If you’re after adrenaline, golden sands, and unforgettable flavors, a Quad Bike Desert Safari with Dinner in the Desert gives you the best of both worlds. This tour combines thrilling quad biking over the red dunes with a peaceful evening at a traditional desert camp, complete with cultural entertainment and a buffet dinner under the stars.
Here, you’ll discover exactly what to expect from the Quad Bike Desert Safari experience. From pickup to dune riding, to the culinary and cultural delights of dinner in the desert. Whether you’re an adventure seeker, a couple looking for something different, or a traveler ticking off Dubai’s bucket list experiences, we will help you decide why this is the one desert tour you don’t want to miss.
Unlike a regular sightseeing tour, this desert safari is a mix of self driven thrill and Arabian hospitality. You don’t just ride the quad bike, you conquer the dunes. You don’t just eat, you dine under an open sky surrounded by lanterns, fire shows, and the scent of freshly grilled kebabs. It’s immersive, memorable, and surprisingly relaxing after the adrenaline wears off.
What separates this tour from others is the balance of adrenaline and atmosphere. Many activities offer thrills, and many offer cultural evenings but this one does both seamlessly. One moment you’re tearing through sand dunes, and the next, you’re reclining on cushions enjoying grilled lamb and belly dancing. It’s a well-rounded, satisfying escape from the city.
Hotels across Dubai city except Jabel Ali and Bab Al Shams.
Pick up during summer
May – Sep: 15:30 hours
Pick up during winter
Oct – Apr: 14:30 hours
We follow this flow during peak season over roughly 6+ hours:
(2:00–2:30 PM)
Your adventure begins when a rugged 4×4 Land Cruiser pulls up at your hotel. You meet your guide, buckle in, and head east out of Dubai’s skyscrapers toward the open sands. Group sizes typically range from 6 to 12 people, or you can upgrade to a private vehicle.
(3:00–3:30 PM)
After a short briefing and safety instructions, you’ll be provided with a helmet and given a powerful quad bike to ride. You don’t need a driving license to ride the bike. Just basic coordination and a willingness to have fun. Most rides are 30 to 60 minutes, and some packages include longer sessions.
(3:45 PM)
Once you hit the gas, the dunes become your playground. With an instructor leading or supervising the ride, you can explore open desert terrain and take on the shifting slopes and valleys. It’s pure freedom with no traffic, no city noise, just the hum of your engine and the crunch of sand under the tires.
This part of the tour is often the highlight. You’ll feel like a desert warrior powering through nature’s roller coaster. And yes, there are plenty of chances to stop and take photos.
(around 5:00 PM)
Before heading to camp, there’s usually a scheduled stop to witness the desert sunset. A glowing orb sinking below the sand dunes, perfect for Instagram or a family keepsake.
(6:00 PM)
Back in the cruiser or on foot, you head to a designated area for two classic desert pastimes:
(6:30 PM)
You step into a traditional style camp lit by lanterns and torches. Soft carpets and low tables are arranged in semi circles. At the entrance, you’re greeted with aromatic Arabic coffee and fresh dates. The mood shifts from adrenaline peaks to relaxed cultural immersion.
(6:45–7:30 PM)
This segment is all about Emirati hospitality:
(7:30–8:15 PM)
The camp comes alive with authentic entertainment:
(8:15–9:00 PM)
At long tables draped in linens, a feast awaits: grilled meats (chicken, lamb), kebabs, rice pilafs, fresh salads, and regional desserts like luqaimat (sweet dumplings). Vegetarian and vegan options are usually on offer. Just mention dietary needs when you book.
(by 9:30 PM)
After a final cup of tea or coffee and lingering conversation, you climb back into the 4×4. Under Dubai’s city lights, you head home with a full belly, new stories, and memories that outshine any skyscraper view.
