A Premium desert safari in Dubai is the same evening as our Standard tour, built for travellers who want a bit more room, comfort and personal attention along the way. The dune bashing, the sunset, the camp, the BBQ dinner and the full live show are all the same experience Standard guests get; Premium simply trims the group size, widens the dinner menu, and gives the evening a calmer, more curated feel from pick-up to drop-off.
Premium vs Standard: What’s Actually Different
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| Feature | Standard | Premium |
| Core activities | Dune bashing, sunset stop, camp, BBQ dinner, live show | Same dune bashing, sunset stop, camp, BBQ dinner and live show |
| Vehicle group size | Standard shared group size | Smaller shared group size, or fully private |
| Dune bashing | Same red dune landscape | Same dunes, smaller group means more room and better sightlines |
| Sunset photo stop | Standard wait for your turn | Shorter wait, smaller group at the same viewpoint |
| Camp seating | Standard seating | Designated, less crowded seating for dinner and the show |
| BBQ dinner | Standard buffet menu | Wider menu with more vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, unlimited beverages, more attentive table service |
| Live show | Full Tanoura, belly dance, fire and Dabka lineup | Same full lineup, with seating arranged for a clear view of the stage |
Premium Desert Safari Itinerary: What Happens Step by Step
1. Pick-Up & Drive
Just like the Standard tour, your evening starts with hotel pick-up in a 4×4. Premium vehicles carry fewer guests per car, so there is more space for the ride out to the dunes.
2. Dune Bashing
Your driver takes you through the same red dune landscape used on the Standard tour, timed to finish around sunset for the best light and photos.
3. Sunset Photo Stop
A dedicated stop at a scenic viewpoint, with smaller groups meaning less waiting for your turn to get the shot.
4. Arrival at Camp
The same warm welcome as Standard, Arabic coffee, dates and lugaimat, with a more attentive camp set-up built around smaller groups.
5. Camp Activities
Explore at your own pace: a camel ride within the camp, henna painting for ladies, photos in traditional Emirati dress, and seating areas designed to feel less crowded than the Standard tour’s.
6. Premium BBQ Dinner
A wider BBQ buffet than Standard, with more vegetarian and non-vegetarian choices, unlimited soft drinks, water, tea and coffee all evening, and more attentive table service.
7. Live Entertainment
The full show, Tanoura, belly dance, a fire performance and Dabka, from seating arranged to give every guest a clear view of the stage.
8. Return Journey
Your vehicle returns you to your hotel at the end of the evening, typically 6 to 7 hours after pick-up.
What’s Included
- Round-trip hotel pick-up and drop-off, with smaller maximum group sizes per vehicle
- Professional dune-bashing driver
- Sunset photo stop
- Welcome drinks: Arabic coffee and lugaimat
- Camel ride within the camp
- Henna art for ladies
- Unlimited soft drinks, water, tea and coffee
- Premium BBQ dinner buffet with an expanded menu
- Full live entertainment lineup
Optional Add-Ons
- Dune buggy rides
- Quad bike rides
- Professional photography package
What to Wear and Bring
- Comfortable closed-toe shoes and light layers for the cooler evening temperature
- Sunglasses and a light scarf
- Camera or a fully charged phone
- Some cash for optional extras at the camp
Who This Tour Is For
A strong middle-ground choice for couples celebrating a special occasion, small families, and anyone who wants the full desert evening without a large shared group. If budget matters more than group size, our Evening Desert Safari covers the same evening at a lower price point. If you want a fully private, top-tier experience, ask us about our VIP desert safari.
Good to Know
- Available on a sharing basis (smaller maximum group size than Standard) or as a fully private vehicle.
- Same safety considerations apply as every tier: not recommended for pregnant guests or guests with back, neck or heart conditions.
- Recommended booking window: at least 24 hours in advance.
