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A 4x4 and travellers watching the sunset over the dunes of the Dubai desert

VIP Desert Safari

A private vehicle, your own table and attentive service from pickup to drop-off.

  • 6-7 hours
  • Private 4x4 option
  • Table service
Duration6-7 hours
PickupFlexible, from 2:30 PM
Drop-off8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
FormatPrivate or VIP shared

The desert, without the crowds

The VIP Desert Safari is designed for guests who want more space, more privacy and more attention than a standard group tour allows. You can travel in a private Land Cruiser with a driver who is only looking after your group, choose a time that suits you, and spend the evening at a reserved table instead of a shared seating area.

At the camp, VIP guests are seated in an air-conditioned or shaded lounge with a personal waiter, cooler drinks and a menu that goes beyond the main buffet. Seats are placed with a clear view of the stage, so you can watch the Tanoura, belly dance and fire performances without queuing or standing.

It suits couples marking an occasion, families travelling with grandparents, small groups of friends and business guests who want to host clients in the desert. We can add decorations or a small celebration setup on request.

Decorated camels with a guide in the desert
Land Cruiser convoy driving over the Dubai dunes
Camel trekking along a dune ridge

Highlights of the VIP Desert Safari

What you will do, see and eat.

Private 4x4 option

A Land Cruiser or Patrol reserved for your group, with flexible pickup and the pace set by you.

VIP lounge seating

A reserved, shaded or air-conditioned lounge with comfortable seating and a table for your group.

Personal table service

A waiter looks after your table with food, drinks and refills throughout the evening.

Photo stops on your terms

The driver stops where the light is best, and waits while you take as many photographs as you like.

Reserved view of the shows

Seats placed close to the stage for the Tanoura, belly dance and fire shows.

Celebration extras

Ask for a cake, flowers or decorations for birthdays, anniversaries and proposals.

Itinerary

Timings are typical and move a little with the season, sunset time and your pickup area.

  1. From 2:30 PM

    Private pickup

    Your driver collects your group from the hotel or home at a time agreed in advance. No other pickups on a private booking.

  2. About 4:00 PM

    Drive to the red dunes

    Travel in a comfortable 4x4 with air-conditioning, water and a briefing from the driver.

  3. 4:30 PM

    Private dune bashing

    A dune session adjusted to your group. Tell the driver if you want it gentle or fast.

  4. 5:30 PM

    Sunset stop

    Unhurried photo time on the dunes while the sun goes down.

  5. 6:00 PM

    VIP lounge welcome

    Arabic coffee, dates and a seat at your reserved table. Try the camel ride, sandboarding and henna if you like.

  6. 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

    Table-service dinner and shows

    BBQ dinner served at your table, with a clear view of the live entertainment.

  7. 8:30 PM - 10:00 PM

    Private drop-off

    Return to your hotel or home when you are ready.

What’s included

Included

  • Private or VIP-shared 4x4 with hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private dune bashing with an experienced driver
  • Sunset photo stop with extra time
  • Reserved VIP lounge and table
  • BBQ dinner with personal table service
  • Soft drinks, tea, coffee and water
  • Camel ride, sandboarding, henna painting and traditional dress photos
  • Reserved seating for the live shows

Not included

  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Quad bike or dune buggy (optional upgrade)
  • Decorations, cake and flowers (arranged on request)
  • Professional photographer or drone shoot
  • Tips for staff

Packages and prices

Pick the option that fits your group. Prices are in UAE dirhams (AED).

VIP Shared

Shared 4x4 with reserved VIP lounge seating and table service at the camp.

AED 290per adult

Child: AED 260

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VIP Private 4x4

A private vehicle for your group, flexible pickup and VIP lounge seating.

AED 750per vehicle

Up to the vehicle's seating capacity

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VIP Private + Quad Bike

Private 4x4 and VIP lounge, with a quad bike session added for the group.

AED 1,000per vehicle

Up to the vehicle's seating capacity

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Starting prices for standard dates. Peak season, public holidays and special events can change the final price, which we confirm before you pay.

Good to know before you book

Book early

VIP lounges and private vehicles are limited, especially from October to April and during holidays. Book a few days ahead.

Health and comfort

Dune bashing is bumpy. Pregnant guests and anyone with back, neck or heart problems should ask for a gentler transfer.

What to wear

Smart casual is fine. Closed shoes help on the sand, and a light layer is useful after sunset in winter.

Special occasions

Tell us if it is a birthday, anniversary or proposal. We can arrange decorations and a small surprise at the camp.

Private vehicle prices are per vehicle for up to the seating capacity of the car, normally 6 guests. Larger groups can be placed in two vehicles.

Frequently asked questions

Premium gives you better seating and a bigger buffet in a shared setup. VIP adds a reserved lounge, table service from a personal waiter and the option of a private 4x4 with a flexible pickup time.

Yes. The VIP Private 4x4 package gives your group a vehicle and driver for the whole evening, so there are no other pickups and you can set the timing.

A Land Cruiser or Patrol normally seats up to 6 guests. For bigger groups we can arrange two vehicles and seat everyone together at camp.

Yes. Tell us your plan when you book and we will arrange a cake, flowers or table decoration with the camp team.

Most VIP lounges are shaded or air-conditioned, depending on the camp and season. We will confirm the setup for your date when we send your booking confirmation.

Yes. Private bookings have flexible pickup, normally from 2:30 PM. For the best sunset light, we suggest leaving a little earlier in winter and later in summer.

Compare our other safaris

Not sure which one suits you? Each option runs from the same hotels and includes pickup.

Ready to book your vip desert safari?

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