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Desert Safaris with Dinner and Belly Dancing

Looking for the best desert safari Dubai adventures in town? If you want to experience an authentic Dubai desert safari – complete with dinner and entertainment – we’ll show you our favourite tour companies in the city.

1. Platinum Heritage

Luxury tour operator Platinum Heritage offers excursions for those seeking unique high-end experiences. Ranked as the ‘#1 Desert Safari in Dubai’ by TripAdvisor, guests can expect nothing less than magic. You can create bespoke tours that suit your interests – they really know how to make guests feel like royalty.

Price: Starting from AED 495

insydo tip: This desert safari Dubai company is focused on conserving the desert landscape and do not engage in traditional dune bashing.

2. Destination Insight

Another highly rated Dubai desert safari company, Destination Insight boasts an awesome customer service team that can tailor your programme in a variety of ways. From camel trekking and BBQ dinners to overnight camping in Liwa, they’re a popular choice for visitors looking for adventure.

Price: Around AED 300

insydo tip: If you’re feeling romantic, you can book a private BBQ or camping trip just for two.

3. Luxury Tours

You can choose between morning, evening or an overnight desert safari Dubai experience with Luxury Tours (and don’t let the company name mislead you as prices are really reasonable.) You’ll find all the traditional offerings here including dinner and Arabic entertainment – as well as a puppet show for kids.

Price: Starting at AD 119

insydo tip: They also offer a range of sightseeing experiences that will let you discover must-see place in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah.

4. Arabian Nights Tours

Bellydancers, BBQ delights, dune bashing, sand boarding and camels are all on the cards at one of Dubai’s most popular desert safaris, run by adventure company Arabian Nights Tours. An immersive experience full of thrills, culture and entertainment, it’s as tourist-friendly as it gets.

Price: Around AED 300

insydo tip: Save some cash and use your Entertainer voucher on this experience.

5. Tour Dubai

Operating since 1989, Tour Dubai hosts guests at a desert fortress in Dubai Heritage Vision. The atmosphere is incredibly picturesque, especially after sunset when the lanterns at the traditional camp light up the landscape. From horse riding to traditional Emirati entertainment, expect to get the 5-star royal treatment.

Price: Around AED 500 per person

insydo tip: You can opt for a desert safari in a Hummer H2 for an additional fee; take note that rates are cut in half for kids between 4-11.