Desert Safari Sharjah (Al Faya Red Dunes & 5-Star Camp)

4.7 (8,570 reviews)
• Dubai Desert, United Arab Emirates • 6 Hours • Hotel Pickup Included • Free Cancellation

Key Activity Details at a Glance

Location Dubai Desert, United Arab Emirates
Duration 6 Hours
Hotel Transfer Round-trip Included

Tour Overview

Staying in Sharjah or Ajman? Our dedicated Desert Safari Sharjah offers convenient direct doorstep pickup from all residential areas and hotels in Sharjah and Ajman with zero cross-city traffic delays.

Explore Al Faya & Fossil Rock Red Dunes

Journey into the majestic desert landscape of Al Faya and the ancient Fossil Rock formations, famous for high crimson dunes and millions-of-years-old marine fossils embedded in desert rock formations. Enjoy 40 minutes of heart-pounding 4x4 dune bashing, carve down steep slopes on sandboards, and take stunning sunset photos.

At our 5-star desert camp, enjoy an authentic Arabian welcome with hot Gahwa (coffee), dates, and fresh falafel. Take a gentle camel ride, try henna hand painting, and feast on a live grilled barbecue dinner while watching Tanoura folk dancing, belly dancing, and an incredible fire show.

Who Is This Tour Perfect For?

  • Sharjah & Ajman Residents & Tourists: Faster local pickup and return with no long highway transit times.
  • Families & Groups: Safe, family-friendly camp environment with delicious multi-cuisine buffet.

Staying in Dubai?

If your hotel is in Dubai, book our Red Dunes Desert Safari Dubai for direct local Dubai pickup.

Experience Highlights

Direct doorstep hotel and residential pickup across Sharjah and Ajman
40-minute thrilling dune bashing across the high red dunes of Al Faya and Fossil Rock
Sandboarding down red sand slopes with gear provided
Sunset photo stop at ancient fossil formations and dune summits
Short camel ride and cultural henna hand painting
5-Star live BBQ and international buffet dinner with 3 live stage shows

What's Included & What's Not Included

What's Included

  • Round-trip 4x4 transfers from Sharjah and Ajman
  • 40-minute red dune bashing in Al Faya / Fossil Rock
  • Sandboarding and camel riding
  • 5-Star BBQ and international dinner buffet
  • Unlimited mineral water, soft drinks, tea, and coffee
  • 3 Live stage performances (Tanoura, belly dance, fire show)

What's Not Included

  • Quad bike or dune buggy rentals (optional add-on)
  • Alcoholic drinks

Detailed Tour Itinerary

1

Sharjah / Ajman Pickup

03:00 PM

Prompt pickup from your hotel or residence in Sharjah or Ajman.

2

Al Faya Red Dunes & Bashing

04:15 PM

40 minutes of high-thrill dune bashing and sunset sandboarding.

3

Camp Reception & Activities

05:45 PM

Welcome drinks, camel rides, henna art, and Arabian coffee.

4

5-Star Live BBQ & Shows

07:00 PM

Full buffet dinner served alongside Tanoura, belly dance, and fire shows.

5

Direct Return Transfer

09:15 PM

Smooth drop-off back to your doorstep in Sharjah/Ajman.

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

  • Pickup available from all Sharjah districts (Al Majaz, Al Nahda, Muwaileh, Rollah) and Ajman.
  • Casual lightweight clothing and flat sandals recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you pick up from any area in Sharjah and Ajman?

Yes! We provide direct door-to-door pickup and drop-off from all hotels, apartments, and villas across Sharjah and Ajman.

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Layla Haddad
May 10, 2026 • Verified Booking
Google Review

"An absolutely thrilling dunes experience! The pickup was slightly delayed due to Dubai traffic, but our driver Sarah handled it professionally, calling us in advance to keep us updated. The dune bashing was incredibly exciting yet felt safe under Sarah'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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Emma Watson
Apr 18, 2020 • Verified Booking
Verified Guest

"Best desert experience ever! David 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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Rajesh Patel
Nov 10, 2023 • Verified Booking
Google Review

"Great camp organization. Host Sarah 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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Mateo Gomez
Oct 28, 2023 • Verified Booking
Verified Guest

"Dune bashing was fantastic and David 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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Mateo Gomez
Mar 02, 2025 • Verified Booking
Google Review

"Highly recommended safari. The camel ride line was a bit long, but coordinator Sarah 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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Charlotte Dubois
Sep 26, 2018 • Verified Booking
Verified Guest

"Magical evening. The sunset dunes setup was spectacular. Our guide David took gorgeous family photos of us against the sunset. The food buffet was clean and hot, and the fire dancers were incredible."

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