THE UAE · OVERNIGHT DESERT CAMPS

The 15 Best Overnight Desert Camps in Dubai

16 tours  ·  from $40 a head

Staying out means the two good hours nobody on a day trip sees: the sky after the generators go off, and the light before breakfast. These 15 camps differ on tent, bathroom and how far the sand is from the road.

Dubai: Overnight Safari, Dinner, Stargazing & Al Khayma Camp - Quad bikes, sandboarding, and the main dune drive
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Dubai: Overnight Safari, Dinner, Stargazing & Al Khayma Camp

Dubai Overnight Desert Safari, BBQ & Stargazing at Al Khayma Camp - Dune bashing and sandboarding at Lahbab
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Dubai Overnight Desert Safari, BBQ & Stargazing at Al Khayma Camp

Dubai: Bedouin Camp, Dune Safari, Falcon Show & BBQ Dinner - Thirty minutes of dune bashing
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Dubai: Bedouin Camp, Dune Safari, Falcon Show & BBQ Dinner

3.Bedouin Camp, Dune Safari, Falcon Show & BBQ Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,186 reviews · 6 - 6.5 hours · from $80

Ride Dubai’s red dunes, watch a falcon show, enjoy camel rides, henna, live dance, and a BBQ dinner for $80 per person.

“Had a really good day out. Driver was excellent, prompt collecting us and keeping us and the kids entertained. The dune 4x4 experience was great fun and when we arrived at the desert camp it was well organised and operated. The camel ride was great fun. Food was good and plentiful. Highly recommended”

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Dubai: Red Dunes, Sandsurf, Camel Ride, BBQ Dinner at Desert Camp - Red dunes and a 45-minute dune-bashing run
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Dubai: Red Dunes, Sandsurf, Camel Ride, BBQ Dinner at Desert Camp

Dubai Desert Journey: Red Dunes Safari with BBQ in Bedouin Camp - Sandboarding and the sunset stop
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Dubai Desert Journey: Red Dunes Safari with BBQ in Bedouin Camp

5.Dubai Desert Journey: Red Dunes Safari with BBQ in Bedouin Camp

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 324 reviews · from $68

Review of Dubai’s Red Dunes safari with dune bashing, sunset photos, sandboarding, BBQ dinner, camel rides and live camp shows.

“The dune bashing was fun (although some people in my car got sick) and I especially liked the sandsurfing and fotos in the dunes. Our guide Mr. Brown took great pictures of us! The camel ride was short but could have been repeated, but it also really was just done by the Read more”

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Dubai Desert Safari with Desert Camp Dinner, Camel Ride & Shows - The Ride Over Dubai’s Sand Dunes
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Dubai Desert Safari with Desert Camp Dinner, Camel Ride & Shows

6.Dubai Desert Safari with Desert Camp Dinner, Camel Ride & Shows

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 263 reviews · from $86

Review of Dubai’s Caravanserai desert safari with dune bashing, camel rides, Emirati dinner, falcons, henna, and evening shows.

“Long car journey to the venue and long return journey. Poor quality food. Described as luxurious buffet but far from it in reality. Definitely not worth the money. Only pot I’ve was watching the sun go down in a desert setting and the welcoming people. But Would NOT recommend.”

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Dubai Desert Camp Dinner with BBQ, Dinner, Camel Ride & Shows - Getting there: allow for Dubai traffic
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Dubai Desert Camp Dinner with BBQ, Dinner, Camel Ride & Shows

7.Dubai Desert Camp Dinner with BBQ, Dinner, Camel Ride & Shows

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 204 reviews · from $80

Review of Dubai’s desert camp dinner with BBQ, camel rides, henna, falcons, and live shows, including value, timing, transport, and practical tips.

“Had a bad experience was ripped off by vendor selling perfume / clothing who had a stall out the back. When got back to hotel looked at bank details and he charged us Duram 1.200 for two head pieces.”

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Overnight Desert Safari - Vintage Land Rovers & Traditional Activities - The experience in six useful points
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Overnight Desert Safari – Vintage Land Rovers & Traditional Activities

8.Overnight Desert Safari – Vintage Land Rovers & Traditional Activities

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 147 reviews · from $305

Review of Dubai’s overnight desert safari with vintage Land Rovers, falconry, Emirati food, Bedouin camp activities, and sunrise breakfast.

“The desert camp was amazing! A must do in the UAE, be sure to stay overnight. Nasir was a great guide, very knowledgeable and provided the highest level of customer service. We truly enjoyed Bedouin speaker, so interesting to learn about the history of the region. The food was remarkable and plentiful, delicious lamb! Breakfast with the sunrise was so moving. THANK YOU!!”

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Overnight Desert Experience with safari and BBQ Dinner - Arriving at Al Khayma Camp
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Overnight Desert Experience with safari and BBQ Dinner

9.Overnight Desert Experience with safari and BBQ Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 70 reviews · from $165

Spend a night in Dubai’s desert with dune bashing, BBQ dinner, Khayma tent lodging, campfire stories, and sunrise camel trekking.

“Great experience all around! Make sure you bring your appetite - there is a lot of food. Consider bringing some cash to leave a tip for the free on site activities. Very comfortable sleeping accommodations, with showers and soap/towel/toothbrush provided.”

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Overnight Safari and Sunrise Hot-Air Balloon Ride - A Water Bottle and Headscarf at the Conservation Reserve
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Overnight Safari and Sunrise Hot-Air Balloon Ride

10.Overnight Safari and Sunrise Hot-Air Balloon Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · from $820

Review of Dubai’s overnight safari and sunrise balloon ride, with wildlife, falcons, Bedouin dinner, camping details, costs, and practical tips.

“Highlight of my trip!!! This was the best tour I have ever been on (I do ALOT). The service was phenomenal and my guides were amazing! I was picked up promptly at my hotel where they brought me to the desert where we got into a vintage Landrover to go out onto the natuRead more”

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Overnight Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Breakfast Abu Dhabi - Camels, photographs, and sunset in the dunes
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Overnight Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Breakfast Abu Dhabi

11.Overnight Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Breakfast Abu Dhabi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · from $133

Review of Abu Dhabi’s overnight desert safari, with dune bashing, camel rides, BBQ dinner, Bedouin tents, breakfast, and practical tips.

“Our guide is Abdul who is the only guide throughout this trip. He took care of everything to make sure we enjoy the trip! On the day, Abdul messaged us to confirm the pickup location and time. Whilst we travel to the base camp, we stopped Read more”

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Dubai Red Dunes Safari, ATV, Camel ride, BBQ at Desert Camp - The ATV ride: short, spirited, and self-drive
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Dubai Red Dunes Safari, ATV, Camel ride, BBQ at Desert Camp

Premium Desert Safari Dubai: Desert Camping & Dune Bashing - Camel Riding and Sandboarding at Camp
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Premium Desert Safari Dubai: Desert Camping & Dune Bashing

13.Premium Desert Safari Dubai: Desert Camping & Dune Bashing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · from $69

Review of Dubai’s $69 premium desert safari with red-dune driving, camel rides, sandboarding, camp dinner, shows, and hotel transfers.

“Went with the family including 3 teens and we all had a great time!! Our company was Saifco and Mr. Nawaz was our guide for this trip. It was clear from the beginning that Mr. Nawaz enjoyed his job and wanted to make sure we had fun. He was engaging and made it memorRead more”

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Dubai Super Saver: Desert Camp Experience by 4x4 and Dhow Dinner Cruise - The desert drive from Dubai to Al Aweer
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Dubai Super Saver: Desert Camp Experience by 4×4 and Dhow Dinner Cruise

14.Dubai Super Saver: Desert Camp Experience by 4×4 and Dhow Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 37 reviews · from $135

Compare Dubai’s desert safari and dhow dinner cruise, with dune bashing, BBQ, camel rides, entertainment, practical tips, and value advice.

“This was a great experience. Just a warning, it's a bit of a car ride out to the desert site. Be prepared for an hour or more drive - once you finally get there, it's a lot of fun. The dinner was very nice, but again, a warning, the boat cruises the creeRead more”

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Thrilling dune bashing with VIP Desert camp delicious BBQ & shows - The main thrill: dune bashing in a Land Cruiser
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Thrilling dune bashing with VIP Desert camp delicious BBQ & shows

15.Thrilling dune bashing with VIP Desert camp delicious BBQ & shows

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · from $65

Review of Dubai’s 7-hour VIP desert safari with red-dune dune bashing, optional quad biking, camel rides, BBQ dinner, and live shows.

“I wanted to extend our heartfelt appreciation to Mr. Asad, our tour guide, for making our entire adventure truly memorable. Everyone enjoyed it immensely, thanks to his outstanding guidance and dedication.”

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