Reviewed · DESERT SAFARIS
Evening Desert Dune Bashing by 4*4 Vehicle
The main event is a 45-minute 4×4 dune-bashing run across Ras Al Khaimah’s desert, followed by a full evening at a Bedouin Oasis camp. You get more than a quick photo stop: camel riding, sandboarding, henna, snacks, a BBQ buffet, and belly, fire, and traditional dance shows all fit into four hours.
I like the simple value here: pickup and drop-off within Ras Al Khaimah are included, and the $49 price covers the main activities, food, drinks, and entertainment. I also like that the evening has a relaxed camp stop after the fast driving, so you can catch your breath and watch the desert change color.
The main consideration is comfort. Dune bashing is rough and thrilling, not a gentle scenic drive, and the tour is not suitable for children under two, pregnant women, people with back or heart problems, or anyone over 80. One other point deserves thought: a booking note raised concern about the treatment of a falcon used for photographs.
In This Review
- Quick reasons to consider this desert safari
- Why this four-hour trip works
- Hotel pickup and the ride to the dunes
- The 45-minute 4×4 dune-bashing run
- Sandboarding, camels, and desert photographs
- Arriving at the Bedouin Oasis camp
- BBQ dinner and evening entertainment
- Is $49 a good deal?
- Who should book this evening
- Practical advice before you go
- Should you book the Ras Al Khaimah desert safari?
- FAQ
- Where does the desert safari begin and end?
- How long does the experience last?
- How long is the dune-bashing portion?
- Is hotel pickup included?
- What languages does the driver speak?
- Is dinner included?
- Is vegetarian food available?
- Are camel riding and sandboarding included?
- Are quad biking and photographs included?
- Who should not take part?
Quick reasons to consider this desert safari
