Al Awir camp · Private tent · Breakfast at sunrise
Overnight Desert Safari Dubai Your Own Tent, Sunrise and Breakfast
The full evening safari, then a quiet night in your own tent at our Al Awir camp and breakfast at sunrise. From USD 109 (AED 400) per guest, or a private car for your group only.
USD 1,035 (AED 3799) for 7 in a private Land Cruiser · shared USD 109 per guest
Tomorrow at Al Awir: pickup about 3:55 PM, sunset 5:37 PM, sunrise 6:25 AM, back at your hotel 7 to 10 AM.
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From our camp crew
What a Night at Our Desert Camp Is Really Like
Look, most overnight desert safari pages in Dubai advertise glowing domes and endless starry skies. Then guests arrive and discover a crowded camp, cold showers and a tent shared with complete strangers. We read those reviews every month, and honestly, they bother us considerably.
So here’s our overnight experience, described in plain and honest words. First you enjoy the complete evening safari, including the dunes, the sunset, dinner and the entertainment. Afterwards the day visitors drive home, the camp becomes peaceful, and you remain behind under the stars.
Your tent belongs exclusively to your group, furnished with comfortable mattresses, pillows and warm blankets. Electricity is available for charging phones, and the toilets stay clean and open throughout the night. The showers provide cold water only, so we mention that clearly before you book, never afterwards.
In the morning you wake for the sunrise over the Al Awir dunes. Breakfast is served at the camp, and then your driver returns you comfortably to your hotel.
The short answer
Overnight Desert Safari in Dubai at a Glance
Royal Arabian Safari operates this overnight desert safari in Dubai from our own camp at Al Awir. The shared overnight experience costs USD 109 (AED 400) per guest, including hotel transport. A private overnight adds your own vehicle, starting from USD 408 (AED 1,499) for two guests. Every booking includes a private tent, BBQ dinner, three live performances and breakfast.
Shared overnight AED 400 per guest, including your private tent, dinner, entertainment and breakfast.
Private car for 2 AED 1,499 altogether for a couple travelling in their own sedan or 4×4.
Land Cruiser for 4 AED 2,599 for four guests, with a private vehicle and a private tent.
Hotel pickup Your exact time follows the sunset, so it changes gradually with the season.
Back at your hotel After the desert sunrise and a relaxed breakfast at the camp.
For every booking Nobody else is placed in your tent, even on the shared overnight.
Packages
Overnight Desert Safari Dubai Packages and Prices
There are three ways to spend the night at our Al Awir camp. Every option includes a private tent, dinner, the entertainment and breakfast. The only real difference is who travels in your vehicle.
1 · SharedShared Overnight Safari
You share the 4×4 and the camp facilities with other visitors. Your tent, however, remains completely private.
- Hotel pickup in a shared 4×4
- Private tent with mattresses, pillows, blankets
- BBQ dinner, three shows, breakfast
Children under 3 free · From age 3 the adult price
2 · Private carPrivate Overnight, Sedan or 4×4
Your own vehicle and driver collect you from your hotel, then your private tent awaits at the camp.
- Private sedan or 4×4, up to 7 guests
- Private tent, dinner, shows, breakfast
- Drop back at your hotel after breakfast
Car AED 699 plus AED 400 per guest
3 · Land CruiserPrivate Overnight, Land Cruiser
The most comfortable vehicle on the dunes, with your own driver, a private tent and breakfast at sunrise.
- Private Land Cruiser, up to 7 guests
- Private tent, dinner, shows, breakfast
- Best for families and longer dune drives
Land Cruiser AED 999 plus AED 400 per guest
The night, honestly
Tent, Showers, Power and Breakfast: What We Have
These are the eight questions guests ask most frequently before an overnight desert safari in Dubai. Here are our honest answers, including the two facilities our camp doesn’t have.
Private to your group or couple, furnished with mattresses, pillows and blankets. We never place other guests inside your tent.
Separate facilities for men and women, cleaned regularly during the evening and available throughout the night.
Showers are available at the camp. However, the water is cold only, because hot water is not available.
Electricity is available for charging phones and cameras. Bringing a power bank is still a sensible precaution.
The tents have no air conditioning. Between November and March you won’t miss it, because the nights are pleasantly cool.
Eggs, omelette, toast, butter, jam, fresh fruit, tea and coffee, served at the camp after the sunrise.
Between December and February, desert temperatures fall to around 15°C overnight, so bring a warm layer.
Watch the sunrise from the dunes. A longer camel trek in the morning is available as an optional extra.
We compared twelve Dubai overnight operators on 2 November 2026. Every operator advertised private tents, and not one promised hot water. A few offer air conditioned domes, which generally cost considerably more. If hotel comforts matter more than the desert atmosphere, a dome camp probably suits you better.
What you pay
Overnight Desert Safari Price for Your Group
The shared overnight is priced individually per guest. The private overnight combines a vehicle price with an amount per guest. Here’s the exact total for every group from one to seven.
| Your group | Shared overnight | Private car | Private Land Cruiser |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | USD 109 (AED 400) | USD 299 (AED 1,099) | USD 381 (AED 1,399) |
| 2 guests | USD 218 (AED 800) | USD 408 (AED 1,499) | USD 490 (AED 1,799) |
| 3 guests | USD 327 (AED 1,200) | USD 517 (AED 1,899) | USD 599 (AED 2,199) |
| 4 guests | USD 436 (AED 1,600) | USD 626 (AED 2,299) | USD 708 (AED 2,599) |
| 5 guests | USD 545 (AED 2,000) | USD 735 (AED 2,699) | USD 817 (AED 2,999) |
| 6 guests | USD 654 (AED 2,400) | USD 844 (AED 3,099) | USD 926 (AED 3,399) |
| 7 guests | USD 763 (AED 2,800) | USD 953 (AED 3,499) | USD 1035 (AED 3,799) |
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On 2 November 2026, other Dubai operators advertised shared overnight prices between AED 250 and 1,195 per guest. The only published private overnight price we found was AED 2,999 per vehicle. Only need the evening with your own car? See our private desert safari in Dubai.
Take the vehicle price, then add USD 109 (AED 400) for every overnight guest. That amount covers the tent, dinner and breakfast.
Children under 3 travel free on a parent’s lap. From age 3 they pay the adult price, and child seats are complimentary.
There’s no deposit and no online payment. Cash is easiest, while cards carry an additional processing fee of 8 to 10%.
Couples usually save money with the shared option. From four guests, a private vehicle costs only slightly more per person.
Send your date, hotel and group size on WhatsApp. We reply quickly with your total and pickup time.
Extras and prices
Add a Quad, a Buggy or a Sunrise Camel Trek
Nobody pressures you into extras at the camp. Every optional activity and its exact price appears below, so you decide comfortably beforehand. For longer rides, read about quad biking in Dubai.
| Extra | What you get | Price |
|---|---|---|
| VIP seats at the camp | Sofa seats near the stage, with dinner brought to your table | USD 14 per guest (AED 50) |
| Quad bike, controlled area | A set track at the camp, good for first timers, helmet and briefing | USD 27 single, USD 54 double (AED 100 / 200) |
| Quad bike, open desert | About 30 minutes over real dunes, helmet and briefing | USD 54 single, USD 82 double (AED 200 / 300) |
| Can-Am buggy | You drive for 30 minutes, guide alongside on a quad | USD 218 for 2 seats, USD 327 for 4 seats (AED 800 / 1,200) |
| Camel trek at sunrise | A longer ride across the sand in the morning light | USD 82 for two (AED 300) |
| Falcon photo | Hold a trained falcon for your photos | USD 14 per guest (AED 50) |
| Shisha | Your choice of flavour at your table | USD 27 per table (AED 100) |
| Extra dune bashing | A longer run in the dunes for your car | USD 41 per car (AED 150) |
| Photographer | Photos of your group at sunset and at the camp | USD 14 to 41 (AED 50 to 150) |
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Itinerary
Overnight Desert Safari Dubai, Hour by Hour
This is a typical night at our Al Awir camp, from the afternoon pickup until the return after breakfast. Timings shift slightly with the season and your hotel location.

2 to 5 PMHotel pickup
Your driver collects you
Your driver messages you on WhatsApp when he arrives. The exact time is calculated from the sunset on your date.

About 1 hourAl Awir dunes
The drive and the dunes
Approximately 50 to 55 minutes to Al Awir, followed by 20 to 30 minutes of optional dune bashing.

SunsetGolden hour
Sunset stop and sandboarding
Photographs on the dune crest as the sun disappears, followed by complimentary sandboarding down the slope.

Early eveningAt the camp
Camel ride, henna and Arabic dress
A short camel ride, henna designs for the ladies and traditional costumes for photographs, all included.

EveningDinner and shows
BBQ dinner and three live shows
A halal BBQ buffet with excellent vegetarian dishes, followed by the tanoura, fire and belly dance performances.

Late eveningThe quiet camp
Bonfire and the stars
The day visitors depart, the lights dim, and the desert sky gradually fills with stars above the camp.

NightYour tent
Sleep in your private tent
Mattresses, pillows and blankets are provided for every guest. Toilets stay available, and the showers provide cold water.

SunriseMorning
Sunrise and breakfast
Wake early for the sunrise, then enjoy eggs, toast, fruit, tea and coffee at the camp.

7 to 10 AMDrop off
Back at your hotel
Your driver returns you to your hotel in Dubai, usually arriving between 7 and 10 AM.
Send your date, hotel and group size. We confirm your pickup time in writing the previous day.
Comfort and safety
Who the Overnight Suits and How We Keep It Comfortable
An overnight desert safari in Dubai is a camping experience, not a hotel stay. Here’s what we recommend for different guests and seasons. Travelling with young children? Read our family desert safari in Dubai guide.
Pack a hoodie and long trousers. Our blankets are warm, although the air after midnight feels surprisingly cold.
Without air conditioning, nights between June and September remain warm. Most guests therefore book between October and April.
Eat a light lunch and mention it to your driver. He keeps the dunes gentle, or avoids them completely.
Please skip the dune bashing. We drive you to the camp by road, and everything else remains identical.
Welcome on a private vehicle booking. Message us beforehand, so we can prepare the tent and the toilet access.
Our drivers hold professional dune driving permits, and every vehicle has a roll cage and seat belts.
The camp
Where You Sleep: Our Al Awir Camp, Plus a Packing List
Our camp sits in the Al Awir desert, approximately 50 to 55 minutes east of Downtown Dubai. The golden dunes there are relatively gentle, which particularly suits families and first time visitors.
During the evening the camp feels lively, because day visitors share it for dinner and entertainment. Once they leave, only overnight guests remain. Honestly, that peaceful stretch beside the fire, beneath the stars, is the highlight of the whole experience.
Every overnight desert safari in Dubai with us sleeps at this camp. Here’s exactly what our experienced drivers recommend that guests bring along:
- A warm layer, because winter nights become surprisingly cold
- A towel and toiletries, since the camp showers are cold water only
- A fully charged power bank as a sensible backup
- Comfortable shoes for the sand, plus sandals for the morning
- Any regular medication, and a small torch for the night
- Some cash for optional extras such as the falcon photograph
Our Al Awir camp pin: open in Google Maps. Pickup is included from hotels across Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman, so you never need to drive yourself. Staying in the capital? See our overnight desert safari in Abu Dhabi.
What you pay for
What Is Included in the Overnight Desert Safari Dubai Price
✓Included
- Hotel pickup and drop off in Dubai, shared or private
- Dune bashing, 20 to 30 minutes, optional
- Sunset stop and free sandboarding
- Short camel ride, henna and Arabic dress
- Halal BBQ dinner with vegetarian dishes, water and soft drinks
- Tanoura, fire show and belly dance
- Private tent with mattresses, pillows and blankets
- Toilets and cold water showers, open all night
- Power for charging phones
- Breakfast at the camp after sunrise
✕Not included
- Hot water and air conditioning, the camp has neither
- VIP seats: USD 14 (AED 50) per guest
- Quad bike: from USD 27 (AED 100)
- Can-Am buggy: from USD 218 (AED 800) for 30 minutes
- Sunrise camel trek: USD 82 (AED 300) for two
- Falcon photo: USD 14 (AED 50) per guest
- Shisha: USD 27 (AED 100) per table
- Tips are your choice, our drivers never ask
Photos
Overnight Desert Safari Dubai Photos From Our Camp
Real photographs from our overnight desert safari in Dubai, taken at our own Al Awir camp.








Guest reviews
What Guests Say About Our Drivers and Camp
Copied word for word from Google, with each guest’s first name and initial.
4.9
From 10,000+ guest reviews on Google, Tripadvisor and WhatsApp
Ahmadjon O. Verified guest · Google review ★★★★★Amazing Evening Desert Safari We had a wonderful family safari with our kids, and Guide Mohsin Pathan made the whole experience enjoyable. He picked us up on time, and we loved the camel ride, falcon photography, and all the activities. Excellent service, friendly guide, and a truly memorable evening Highly recommended!
Cristina B. Verified guest · Google review ★★★★★We went with Tiger in an amazing desert tour! It was our greatest experience, very safe and good car. We also went with our 4 years old son and every thing was Marvelous. I higly recommend Tiger desert tour for great experience! Thank you so much
Carlos M. Verified guest · Google review ★★★★★Wooow! Really nice tour, had low expectations at the beginning but later changed my mind! Each activity was better than previous one, really recommend for the whole family, money is worth. Motor bike even do is optional is a bit pricey but out tour guide Rashid help me get a small discount. Really nice and honest person I have to say, pick up us from the hotel on time and always was there to help, I highly recommend you tip at the end
Angelou A. Verified guest · Google review ★★★★★Adnan is very professional and take good photos. We enjoyed the trip and no hassle during the whole tour.
Mohsin Pathan, Rashid, Tiger and Adnan work for us all season. Tell us who is coming, and we’ll plan the night around your group.
Book
Book Your Overnight Desert Safari in Three Steps
- Pick shared or privateShared seats per guest, or a private vehicle for your group.
- Send your detailsMessage your date, hotel and number of guests on WhatsApp.
- Pay on the dayNo deposit. Free cancellation up to 12 hours before pickup.
Our team answers on WhatsApp 24/7.


- 4.9from 10,000+ reviews
- 95,000+guests since 2015
- LicensedDCT Abu Dhabi, DTCM Dubai
- No depositpay on the day
Local operator, Dubai
Your Night, Run by a Licensed Dubai Operator
Royal Arabian Safari Tourism LLC is a DTCM-Licensed Operator, running desert trips across the UAE since 2015. Our own drivers, including Mohsin Pathan, Rashid and Tiger, take overnight guests out every week. Four things they tell guests beforehand.

- Shower before pickup. The camp showers provide cold water only, so most guests freshen up at their hotel beforehand.
- Bring one warm layer. Between December and February, the open desert cools to approximately 15°C after midnight.
- Set an alarm for sunrise. The golden light across the dunes lasts only a few minutes, so wake up early.
- Mention dietary needs early. Vegetarian guests are always catered for, but please tell us about allergies beforehand.
Reviewed by Bilal Ahmed, Founder and Managing Director of Royal Arabian Safari Tourism LLC. Written by our Dubai operations team. Market prices checked online on 2 November 2026.
Questions
Overnight Desert Safari Dubai: Questions Guests Ask
How much does an overnight desert safari in Dubai cost?
Our shared overnight costs USD 109 (AED 400) per guest, including hotel transport. A private overnight adds your own vehicle. With a sedan or 4×4, two guests pay USD 408 (AED 1,499) altogether. With a Land Cruiser, four guests pay USD 708 (AED 2,599).
What is included in the overnight desert safari?
Hotel pickup, optional dune bashing, a sunset photo stop, sandboarding and a short camel ride. Afterwards there’s a BBQ dinner, three live performances and a night in your private tent. Breakfast at the camp and the return to your hotel are included too.
Is the tent private or shared with other guests?
Your tent is private on every booking, including the shared overnight. Only your group, family or partner sleeps inside it. Comfortable mattresses, pillows and blankets are provided for everyone.
Are there showers and hot water at the camp?
Showers are available, although the water is cold only. Hot water is not available at the camp. Most guests therefore shower at their hotel before pickup, and again after returning.
Is there electricity and air conditioning in the tent?
Electricity is available, so you can charge phones and cameras overnight. The tents have no air conditioning. Between November and March the desert nights are pleasantly cool, so you probably won’t miss it.
What time does it start and finish?
Pickup happens between 2 and 5 PM, depending on the sunset for your date. We return you to your hotel between 7 and 10 AM the following morning.
What is served for breakfast?
Breakfast includes eggs, omelette, toast, butter, jam, fresh fruit, tea and coffee. It’s served at the camp after the sunrise, before your journey back to Dubai.
Where is the camp?
Our camp is located in the Al Awir desert, approximately 50 to 55 minutes from Downtown Dubai. Hotel pickup is included across Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman.
Is overnight camping allowed in Dubai?
Yes, at a licensed desert camp like ours. Royal Arabian Safari is a DTCM-Licensed Operator, and our Al Awir camp welcomes overnight guests every week.
Can we book a private overnight desert safari in Dubai?
Certainly. Your group receives its own vehicle, a professional driver and a private tent. A sedan or 4×4 costs AED 699 plus AED 400 per guest. A Land Cruiser costs AED 999 plus AED 400 per guest.
Is the overnight safari good for families with children?
Yes, families book it frequently. Children under 3 travel free, and from age 3 they pay the adult price. Request the gentle drive if your children are young, and child seats are complimentary.
Can I add a quad bike or a dune buggy?
Absolutely. A quad bike in the controlled area costs USD 27 (AED 100) for one rider. On the open desert it costs USD 54 (AED 200). A two seat Can-Am buggy costs USD 218 (AED 800) for 30 minutes.
Can we ride a camel at sunrise?
Yes, as an optional extra. A longer camel trek in the morning costs USD 82 (AED 300) for two guests. Please book it beforehand, so the camels are prepared after breakfast.
When is the best time for an overnight desert safari in Dubai?
October to April offers comfortable temperatures and clear skies. December to February nights become genuinely cold, so pack a warm layer. Summer nights remain warm, and the tents have no air conditioning.
What should I pack for the night?
Bring a warm layer, a towel, your toiletries, a power bank and comfortable shoes. Remember any regular medication, plus a little cash for optional extras.
Can I cancel, and do I pay a deposit?
No deposit is required, because you pay on the day itself. Cancelling or changing your date is free up to 12 hours before pickup. If wind or rain closes the desert, we move your booking without any charge.
Is it a luxury dome or glamping stay?
No, and we prefer saying that clearly. Ours is a traditional private tent inside a desert camp. If you want air conditioned domes with private bathrooms, a luxury camp will suit you better.
What is the difference between the evening and the overnight safari?
The evening safari returns you to your hotel the same night. The overnight adds the peaceful camp, your private tent, the sunrise and breakfast. For the shorter version, see our evening desert safari in Dubai.
Is the overnight safari safe for solo travellers?
Yes. Your tent is private, staff remain at the camp overnight, and our drivers hold professional dune driving permits. Solo travellers usually choose the shared overnight at USD 109 (AED 400).
How do I book an overnight desert safari in Dubai?
Tap Book now and choose shared or private. Then send your date, hotel and group size on WhatsApp. We reply with your pickup time and exact total.
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