Overnight Desert Safari Dubai - Sleep Under Arabian Stars

Extend your desert adventure into an enchanting overnight experience under millions of stars. Enjoy a complete evening of safari activities, including dune bashing, camel rides, a BBQ dinner, and live entertainment, then sleep in comfortable Bedouin-style tents. Wake to spectacular sunrise views, savor a traditional breakfast, and return to the city with unforgettable memories of your Arabian night.

Sleep Under Millions of Stars

Experience authentic desert camping in comfortable Bedouin-style tents with mattresses, pillows, and blankets. Fall asleep under a brilliant star-filled sky away from city lights, wake to spectacular sunrise views, and truly disconnect from modern life in the peaceful Arabian desert.

Complete Evening Safari Included

Your overnight experience begins with our full evening safari package. Enjoy thrilling dune bashing, camel rides, sandboarding, henna painting, an unlimited BBQ dinner, and captivating live entertainment, including belly dancing, Tanoura shows, and fire performances, before retiring for the night.

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What's Not Included:

Unique Nighttime Experiences

Enjoy exclusive after-dark adventures impossible during day tours. Experience professional stargazing sessions identifying constellations, gather around traditional bonfires for storytelling and cultural exchanges, witness the desert’s nocturnal transformation, and appreciate the profound silence found only in the wilderness.

Sunrise & Traditional Breakfast

Wake to breathtaking sunrise views painting dunes in golden hues. Enjoy a hot breakfast buffet featuring Arabic bread, grilled items, eggs, fresh fruits, yogurt, pastries, juices, and aromatic coffee. Capture final morning photographs before a comfortable return to Dubai.

Your Overnight Desert Safari Timeline

  • 3:00 PM - Hotel Pickup

    Begin your adventure with a convenient evening pickup from your hotel in comfortable vehicles.

  • 3:45 PM - Desert Arrival

    Arrive at the desert and receive a traditional welcome with Arabic coffee and dates.

  • 4:00 PM - Dune Bashing

    Feel the thrill of dune bashing in a 4x4 with skilled drivers for 30-40 minutes.

  • 5:00 PM - Sand Boarding

    Glide down the desert dunes on a sandboard for an exciting adventure.

  • 5:30 PM - Camel Riding

    Enjoy a peaceful camel ride across the golden desert sands.

  • 6:00 PM - Sunset Photography

    Capture stunning sunset moments at scenic desert viewpoints.

  • 6:30 PM - Camp Arrival & Activities

    Arrive at the overnight camp for henna painting, traditional costumes, and refreshments.

  • 7:30 PM - BBQ Dinner

    Relax with cultural entertainment and an unlimited BBQ dinner buffet under the stars.

  • 8:30 PM - Live Entertainment

    Watch belly dance, Tanoura performances, and thrilling fire shows.

  • 9:30 PM - Bonfire & Stargazing

    Gather around a bonfire for a storytelling and a professional stargazing session.

  • 11:00 PM - Night Camp

    Retire to your comfortable sleeping area in cozy Bedouin-style tents.

  • 5:30 AM - Sunrise Experience

    Wake up to witness a stunning desert sunrise painting the dunes.

  • 6:30 AM - Morning Activities

    Optional morning walk, photography session, and camp exploration.

  • 7:30 AM - Breakfast

    Enjoy a delicious traditional breakfast buffet in the desert camp.

  • 9:00 AM - Hotel Drop-Off

    End your desert adventure with a comfortable return transfer to your hotel.

Overnight Desert Safari Packages & Prices

Overnight Safari Tour Price Price Per Activity
Standard Overnight Safari
250 AED (Per Person)
All activities included
Overnight Safari (Minimum 2 Adults)
480 AED (For 2 People)
Couple package
Private Tent Overnight
750 AED (Per Tent)
Up to 3 people per tent
Family Overnight Package
1,100 AED (Per Family)
Up to 5 people
VIP Overnight Safari
400 AED (Per Person)
Premium tent & services
Private Overnight Safari (Up to 6)
1,800 AED (Per Group)
Private experience

Our Commitment to Authentic Desert Experiences

Our overnight desert safari provides authentic Bedouin camping experiences that balance traditional hospitality with modern comfort. We allow guests to deeply connect with Arabia’s natural beauty through safe, well-organized stays that honor the traditional desert lifestyle and cultural heritage of the region.

To provide authentic overnight desert camping experiences that balance traditional Bedouin hospitality with modern comfort, allowing guests to deeply connect with Arabia’s natural beauty while enjoying safe, well-organized overnight stays that honor traditional desert lifestyle and cultural heritage while creating profound lasting memories.

Creating immersive desert retreats where modern travelers experience ancient desert life, disconnect from technology, reconnect with nature’s rhythms, and create profound memories under Arabian skies through thoughtfully designed overnight camping adventures that showcase the timeless beauty of desert landscapes.

Sunset to sunrise, earth to stars. We believe meaningful travel requires time—overnight stays allow genuine immersion in desert rhythms, witnessing landscape transformation from day to night to dawn, experiencing profound peace found only in wilderness, and creating connections with nature.

Important Information Before You Book

  • Minimum booking requirement: 2 adults per reservation
  • Minimum age requirement: 16 years old (younger children not recommended)
  • Children under 16 can join with special arrangements and parental supervision
  • Family packages available for groups with children
  • Advanced booking required for private tent arrangements
  • Pregnant women are NOT recommended for dune bashing activities
  • Guests with back problems, heart conditions are NOT recommended for dune bashing
  • Infants are NOT allowed for dune bashing, must be with a guardian
  • Overnight camping requires reasonable physical fitness
  • Medical conditions must be disclosed during booking
  • Traditional Bedouin-style tents with mattresses, pillows, blankets
  • Shared tents (gender-separated) or private tent options available
  • Clean bedding and linen are provided for all guests
  • Sleeping bags available on request
  • Option to sleep under open stars (weather permitting)
  • Clean restroom facilities with running water
  • Western-style toilets and basic hygiene supplies
  • Adequate lighting throughout the camp at night
  • 24/7 camp staff presence for assistance
  • First aid facilities are available
  • Charging points for mobile devices (limited)
  • Personal toiletries and medications
  • Light jacket or shawl for cooler night temperatures
  • Comfortable sleeping clothes
  • Sunscreen and sunglasses
  • Camera for photography
  • Personal comfort items
  • Flashlight or headlamp (recommended)
  • Power bank for devices
  • Winter months (Nov-Mar): Cooler nights, jacket essential
  • Summer months (Jun-Aug): Warm nights, lighter clothing sufficient
  • Weather-appropriate clothing recommended
  • Temperature drops significantly at night (10-15°C cooler)
  • Desert nights can be surprisingly cool year-round
  • Sharing transfers from Dubai City, Sharjah, and Ajman central areas
  • Transfer timings may be adjusted by 30-60 minutes based on traffic
  • Pickup from remote locations is subject to additional charges
  • Return transfer the next morning to the same pickup location
  • Respect camp facilities and the desert environment
  • Follow staff instructions for safety
  • No littering in desert areas
  • Quiet hours: 11:00 PM – 5:30 AM
  • Photography is allowed, but respect other guests’ privacy

Free Cancellation
No charges for cancellations made 24 hours before tour departure time. Full refund processed.

Late Cancellation
100% charges are applicable for cancellations within 24 hours of the tour departure time.

Refund Processing
Eligible refunds will be returned to your account within 7 working days to the original payment method.

Weather Cancellation
Full refund or free rescheduling if the tour is cancelled by the operator due to adverse weather conditions.

Early Departure
No refunds for early departure from overnight camping. All charges apply.

No-Show Policy
Full charges apply for no-shows without prior cancellation notice.

Group Bookings
Changes to group size are accepted up to 24 hours before departure based on availability.

Special Considerations
Overnight safaris have stricter cancellation terms due to camping preparations and resource allocation.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Overnight Safari

Yes, completely safe. Experienced staff remain on-site 24/7, camp has security, first aid facilities, and emergency contacts. Thousands of guests camp safely every year.

Comfortable Bedouin-style tents with mattresses, clean bedding, pillows, and blankets. Private tents are available as an upgrade. Option to sleep under the stars if preferred.
Yes, clean restroom facilities with running water, western-style toilets, and basic hygiene supplies. Separate facilities for men and women.

Tours operate year-round. In case of severe weather, the operator may cancel with a full refund. Covered areas available for light rain.

Desert nights are cool. Temperatures drop 10-15°C from daytime. Winter nights (Nov-Mar) can reach 10-15°C. Blankets provided; bring a light jacket.
No, entertainment shows (belly dance, Tanoura, fire show) are available only in evening safaris. Morning safari focuses on adventure activities and nature.

Limited charging points are available at the camp. Recommend bringing fully charged devices and power banks, as electricity is limited.

Yes! Unlimited BBQ dinner buffet in the evening and traditional Arabic breakfast in the morning, both included. Vegetarian options available.
Belly dance, Tanoura, and fire shows after dinner. Then, bonfire storytelling, stargazing, traditional music, and cultural exchanges before sleeping.
Minimum age 16 recommended. Younger children can join with parents, but overnight desert camping may be challenging. Family packages available with special arrangements.
Return transfer around 9:00 AM the next morning after breakfast, arriving at the hotel by 9:30-10:00 AM.
Yes, unlimited soft drinks, water, tea, and coffee during dinner and at camp. Drinks are also provided with breakfast.
Not recommended and no refunds for early departure. Overnight safari is designed as a complete experience from evening through sunrise.