Sunrise & Sunset Camel Ride Tour Dubai

4.6 (8,230 reviews)
• Dubai Desert, United Arab Emirates • 3 to 4 Hours • Hotel Pickup Included • Free Cancellation

Key Activity Details at a Glance

Location Dubai Desert, United Arab Emirates
Duration 3 to 4 Hours
Hotel Transfer Round-trip Included

Tour Overview

Experience the desert as the nomadic Bedouins did for centuries with our guided Camel Ride Tour Dubai. Known as the "Ships of the Desert", camels offer a peaceful, rhythmic, and elevated vantage point to take in the vast golden dunes of Dubai.

A Peaceful Desert Journey

Unlike motorized safaris, our camel trek is completely quiet, allowing you to listen to the whisper of the desert breeze and watch indigenous wildlife like Arabian gazelles. Choose between our magical Sunrise Trek (cool morning light and fresh breakfast) or our Sunset Trek (vibrant orange skies and twilight camp refreshments).

Who Is This Tour Perfect For?

  • Culture & Heritage Lovers: Authentic, traditional Emirati desert experience.
  • Nature Enthusiasts & Photographers: Unobstructed views of sweeping sand ridges.
  • Couples & Families: Gentle and suitable for adults and children aged 5+.

Experience Highlights

45-minute guided camel caravan trek across pristine red dunes
Choice of cool Morning Sunrise or scenic Golden Sunset departure
Traditional Bedouin scarf (shemagh) styling and photography stop
Interactive falconry encounter and photo session
Fresh Arabian coffee, sweet dates, and chilled refreshments included

What's Included & What's Not Included

What's Included

  • Round-trip hotel transfers in air-conditioned vehicle
  • 45-minute guided camel riding trek
  • Falconry photo encounter
  • Bedouin scarf styling for photos
  • Unlimited bottled water, Arabic coffee, and dates

What's Not Included

  • Dune bashing and motorized buggy rentals

Detailed Tour Itinerary

1

Hotel Transfer

Pickup

Pickup from your hotel and drive to our private camel sanctuary.

2

45-Minute Desert Trek

Camel Trek

Mount your gentle camel and ride across undisturbed desert dunes.

3

Photo Stop & Falconry

Dune Crest

Stop at the highest dune for photos with royal falcons and panoramic views.

4

Bedouin Refreshments & Transfer

Return

Enjoy hot Gahwa, dates, and smooth transfer back to your hotel.

Tour Location & Meeting Point

Primary Activity Destination

Dubai Desert, United Arab Emirates

Coordinates: 25.0754° N, 55.1398° E • United Arab Emirates

Hotel Pickup & Drop-Off Coverage

Complimentary pickup & drop-off is included from all hotels, serviced apartments, and residence towers across Dubai (including Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah, Business Bay, Deira, Bur Dubai, Al Barsha, and Port Rashid Cruise Terminal).

Comfortable & Safe Transit Route

Our experienced chauffeurs take smooth, paved national highways and graded base tracks directly to the camp site. The vehicle does not enter high-risk steep dune crests, ensuring maximum peace of mind for families, infants, and seniors.

~45 mins from Downtown Dubai Licensed Tourism Zone

Important Information & Know Before You Go

  • Wear comfortable long trousers and flat shoes.
  • Maximum weight limit per camel is 120 kg.
  • Children aged 5-10 ride with an adult on a twin saddle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is camel riding safe for beginners?

Yes, our camels are exceptionally gentle, well-trained, and led on foot by professional Bedouin handlers at all times.

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Layla Haddad
Apr 04, 2023 • Verified Booking
Google Review

"An absolutely thrilling dunes experience! The pickup was slightly delayed due to Dubai traffic, but our driver Chloe handled it professionally, calling us in advance to keep us updated. The dune bashing was incredibly exciting yet felt safe under Chloe's expert handling. The BBQ dinner buffet had a great variety, and the live tanoura dance was the highlight of the night. Highly recommend!"

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Rajesh Patel
Jan 15, 2024 • Verified Booking
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"Great camp organization. Host Ahmed helped us upgrade to a VIP table table near the stage, which gave us the best view of the belly dancing and fire shows. The food variety was fantastic, and drinks were served continuously."

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Min-ji Kim
Dec 13, 2023 • Verified Booking
Google Review

"Best desert experience ever! Kareem took us out on quad bikes and sandboards. He explained the safety rules clearly and gave us great tips for sandboarding down the high dunes. Highly recommend booking the extended quad bike option."

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Priya Sharma
Jan 02, 2025 • Verified Booking
Verified Guest

"Solid safari experience. Dune bashing was intense, but driver Zaid checked on us regularly to make sure we weren't feeling motion sick. The sandboarding was fun but tiring, and the camp refreshments were excellent."

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Siti Aminah
Jul 29, 2026 • Verified Booking
Google Review

"Highly recommended safari. The camel ride line was a bit long, but coordinator Kareem arranged an extra turn for our kids so they didn't miss out. The BBQ meats were well-cooked and the Arabic coffee at the entrance was a nice touch."

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Mateo Gomez
Jan 11, 2022 • Verified Booking
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"Our family had an amazing desert safari. Mustafa was our guide and went out of his way to help my elderly mother feel comfortable during the transit. The camel ride was a bit short, but the sunset photography and sandboarding made up for it. Excellent service!"

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Zola Dube
Jul 23, 2025 • Verified Booking
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"Dune bashing was fantastic and Chloe was a highly skilled driver. However, the desert camp felt a little commercialized and crowded, and the food lines were long. Still, the staff resolved our seating issue quickly when we asked, which was appreciated."

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