THE MIDDLE EAST · DINING EXPERIENCES

15 Dining Experiences in the Middle East Worth Booking

128 tours  ·  from $12 a head

Good dining experiences fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Dubai: Safari, Quad Bike, Camel Ride, and Buffet Dinner - From Dubai hotel pickup to Lahbab’s open sand
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Dubai: Safari, Quad Bike, Camel Ride, and Buffet Dinner

1.Safari, Quad Bike, Camel Ride, and Buffet Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 33,424 reviews · 7 hours · from $46Our pick

Leave Dubai for Lahbab’s red dunes with a 4WD guide such as Aftab, Farooq, or Choudhry Munawar. Expect dune bashing, sandboarding, a short camel ride, sunset photos, and an evening camp with BBQ, henna, shisha, and shows. Quad biking costs extra and carries personal risk.

“Sheby is a great driver and guide. He made us feel safe and comfortable and ensured that everyone has a nice time. He pays attention to every detail. Our quad tour was a lot of fun! For me personally driving in the desert was the most exciting experience and took beautiful photos. The camel riding and dinner was also special and we enjoyed the night show. We had an amazing day and can only recommend this tour!”

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Dubai: Red Dune Safari, Quad Bike, Camel Ride, BBQ Dinner - The desert station and the optional quad bikes
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Dubai: Red Dune Safari, Quad Bike, Camel Ride, BBQ Dinner

2.Red Dune Safari, Quad Bike, Camel Ride, BBQ Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 32,185 reviews · 4 - 7 hours · from $29Best value

Leave Dubai for the red sands of Lahbab with hotel pickup, a skilled English-speaking guide, dune bashing, sandboarding, a short camel ride, and sunset photos. Add a 30-minute quad-bike session, or choose the seven-hour option for Arabic coffee, henna, live shows, and a BBQ dinner at the desert camp.

“We made our trip with Ammar Tours and Safari. It was excellent !!! We started by riding in the desert then took some photos on the dunes before going to the camp for dinner. Thank you for all !!! Our driver Said was wonderful and very helpful”

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Dubai: Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Quad Biking Options - The 4x4 dune ride is the main event
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Dubai: Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Quad Biking Options

3.Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Quad Biking Options

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 20,485 reviews · 4 - 7 hours · from $30

Travel from Dubai, Sharjah, or Ajman to Al Lahbab in an air-conditioned 4x4. Expect 30 to 45 minutes of dune bashing, sandboarding, a camel ride, falcon photos, and optional quad biking. Choose the longer evening tour for a Bedouin-style camp, BBQ dinner, Arabic coffee, henna, shisha, and Tanoura, belly dance, and fire shows. Guides include Naseem, Ehsan, Rashid, and Noman.

“We had an absolutely amazing experience during the desert safari! Everything was perfectly organized from pickup to drop-off. The dune bashing was thrilling, the activities were fun, and the VIP dinner was delicious with a wonderful atmosphere at the camp. A very special thank you to our guide, Shaukat Hussain, who was extremely professional, friendly, and attentive throughout the entire experience. He made us feel completely safe during the dune bashing and was always making sure we were comfortable and enjoying ourselves. His kindness, professionalism, and positive energy truly made this experience unforgettable. We highly recommend this safari to anyone visiting Dubai — it was definitely ...”

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Dubai: Quad Bike Safari, Camels & Al Khayma Camp BBQ Dinner - The 45-minute drive from Dubai to Lahbab
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Dubai: Quad Bike Safari, Camels & Al Khayma Camp BBQ Dinner

4.Quad Bike Safari, Camels & Al Khayma Camp BBQ Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 10,283 reviews · 7 hours · from $65

Spend seven hours from Dubai, Sharjah, or Ajman riding a self-drive quad bike across Lahbab’s red dunes, sandboarding, and taking a short camel ride. At Al Khayma Camp, expect Arabic coffee, dates, falcon photos, henna, shisha, an Arabian BBQ buffet, dance, horse, and fire shows. Guides such as Fadi, Arslan Ali, and Zeeshan Ahmad are praised for patient help and smooth organization.

“Everything was exceptional and we could not have asked for a better guide in Fadi and overall great value for money. The food, the quad biking, the camel rides and shows could not have been better. We all loved it and can’t wait to do it again when we return. Would definitely recommend to all.”

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Dubai: Sunset or Dinner Cruise with Live Music & Open Bar - Boarding at Xclusive Yachts
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Dubai: Sunset or Dinner Cruise with Live Music & Open Bar

5.Sunset or Dinner Cruise with Live Music & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 6,030 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $51

Spend 90 minutes cruising Dubai Marina, Dubai Harbour, Ain Dubai, and Jumeirah Beach Residence aboard an Xclusive Yachts vessel. You get a buffet with live pasta and noodle stations, unlimited drinks, live music, assigned seating, and views from air-conditioned or open-air decks. Smart casual dress is required.

“Overall great value for money. We had a great table at the front of the upper deck and views both before and after sunset were great. Our waiter Kamal did a great job looking after us keeping our glasses full and taking photos. the buffet food was also good.”

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Dubai: Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Show & Optional Dinner - Forty minutes of dune bashing in a Land Cruiser
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Dubai: Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Show & Optional Dinner

6.Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Show & Optional Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 5,628 reviews · 4 - 7 hours · from $30

You’ll ride from Dubai to Lahbab for 40 minutes of 4x4 dune bashing, sandboarding, a short camel ride, sunset photos, and optional camp dinner and shows. Guides including Alam, Ismail, Basit, and Asmat are praised for safe driving and helpful photos. Choose morning or evening, shared or private transport, and standard or VIP seating.

“Wonderful morning out on the sand dunes! Our driver (Yasim) was lovely and so attentive. When we arrived we were offered tea and water, then straight onto the dunes in a buggy with no waiting. The buggies are a lot of fun! Following that a short trip on a camel, then Yasim took us out in a large 4x4 to show us how to properly drive on the dunes. We had a subsequent stop to try sand boarding down the dunes (unsuccessfully) then cleaned up at a quick stop before the drive back to our hotel. An excellent morning!”

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Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner, Quad Bike & Camel Ride from Dubai - The 25-minute quad-bike session
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Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner, Quad Bike & Camel Ride from Dubai

7.Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner, Quad Bike & Camel Ride from Dubai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,211 reviews · from $88Top rated

You’ll leave Dubai by Land Cruiser for Lahbab Desert, with dune bashing, a 25-minute quad-bike ride, camel riding, sandboarding, sunset photos, and a camp dinner. Expect henna, falcons, sheesha, belly dancing, fire shows, and guides such as Saeed, Hussain, Noori, and Abdullah helping with timing and photos.

“Highlight of the trip!!! Very good and punctual tour guide. Took a great care of all of us. Dinner was spectacular. For people who are susceptible to motion sickness be proactive if you are doing the desert safari bashing on 4X4 wheel drive”

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Dubai: Mega Yacht Dinner Cruise with Buffet - Standard or VIP: the choice that matters most
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Dubai: Mega Yacht Dinner Cruise with Buffet

8.Mega Yacht Dinner Cruise with Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,613 reviews · 1 day · from $82

Cruise from Dubai Marina toward Ain Dubai, Palm Jumeirah, and Atlantis Hotel aboard Lotus Royale, with an international buffet, live cooking, DJ music, tanoura dancing, and aerial performances. Standard tickets offer shared dining areas, while VIP includes priority check-in, a reserved top-deck table, table-served canapés, and attentive service.

“Absolutely fantastic!! A must for anyone who wants to let their hair down an enjoy the fantastic Dubai skyline. Superb day!! VIP includes package includes all alcohol drinks, Prosecco, beers, wine, cocktails etc for the whole trip….. well worth it!!”

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Dubai Evening Desert Safari BBQ Dinner & Transfer to Noble Camp - Optional quad bikes and dune buggies
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Dubai Evening Desert Safari BBQ Dinner & Transfer to Noble Camp

9.Dubai Evening Desert Safari BBQ Dinner & Transfer to Noble Camp

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,365 reviews · from $79

Travel from Dubai or Sharjah to Lahbab in a 4x4 for dune bashing, sandboarding, sunset photos, and optional quad biking. At Noble Camp, enjoy tea, sweets, camels, henna, a BBQ buffet, nine performances, and a fire show. Guides such as Saif, Farrukh, Aman, and Mohammed Ali are known for attentive service and skilled driving.

“Our driver Ranna was the best, amazing show too, food was good, must do for everyone !! Great times👌”

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Dubai Desert Safari with Dune Bashing, Camel Ride, & BBQ Dinner - Camel riding and the limits of the short stop
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Dubai Desert Safari With Dune Bashing, Camel Ride & BBQ Dinner

10.Dubai Desert Safari With Dune Bashing, Camel Ride & BBQ Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,245 reviews · from $39

You’ll spend about six hours riding from Dubai or Sharjah to Lahbab’s red dunes for dune bashing, sandboarding, sunset photos, and a short camel ride. The evening ends at Dream Night Tours with Arabic coffee, henna, BBQ dinner, vegetarian and Jain choices, belly dance, Tanoura, and fire shows. Drivers such as Adnan, Abid, and Sameer are often praised for their care.

“If there is only one thing you must do when visiting Dubai for fun and vacation it must be the Dubai Desert Safari with Dune Bashing, Camal Ride & BBQ Dinner. Mohammed Sameer is a friendly, respectful , and professional Tour Guide who gave my family a memorable time on the desert. He was in communication with us on the day of the trip and very punctual with his time. My family and I were visiting Dubai for my wife’s birthday and daughter’s spring break. We flew in from Newark New Jersey USA. I was wondering what kind of fun can my wife and daughter have on the desert .…”

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Dubai Marina Dinner Cruise with Live Music & Open Bar - Getting to the pier at Dubai Marina
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Dubai Marina Dinner Cruise with Live Music & Open Bar

11.Dubai Marina Dinner Cruise with Live Music & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,780 reviews · from $47

Cruise Dubai Marina for about 90 minutes aboard a glass houseboat with private group seating, an international buffet, live music, and unlimited drinks. Choose an open-air upper deck or air-conditioned lower deck when booking, then pass JBR and Bluewaters Island under the city lights.

“We had the best of time. The team was superb, food provided was great. We really enjoyed ourselves and took nice photos. It's a must attend activity in dubai.”

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Dubai: Quad Bike Safari, Camels, & Camp with BBQ Dinner - The ride from Dubai to the Lahbab dunes
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Dubai: Quad Bike Safari, Camels, & Camp with BBQ Dinner

12.Quad Bike Safari, Camels, & Camp with BBQ Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,720 reviews · 2 - 7 hours · from $36

Leave Dubai by air-conditioned 4WD for a guided quad-bike ride in Lahbab’s red dunes. You’ll also try sandboarding, take a short camel ride, and, on the dinner option, eat at a Bedouin-style camp with BBQ, shisha, henna, belly dancing, and tanoura. Guides such as Zee, Sadhik, Amir, and Niaz are often praised for friendly help and photos.

“Amazing experience!! The guide was so nice and took great photos for us. We had loads of fun.”

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Dubai: Overnight Safari, Dinner, Stargazing & Al Khayma Camp - Quad bikes, waiting time, and the first desert stop
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Dubai: Overnight Safari, Dinner, Stargazing & Al Khayma Camp

13.Overnight Safari, Dinner, Stargazing & Al Khayma Camp

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,562 reviews · 17 hours - 1 day · from $180

Leave Dubai, Sharjah, or Ajman for a full desert night near Lahbab. You’ll ride over red dunes with a guide such as Mansoor Manz or Imran, try sandboarding, eat at Al Khayma Camp, watch fire and dance shows, and sleep in a private air-conditioned tent before a sunrise camel ride.

“Great experience on the dessert, delicious food, very well prepared entertainment. We appreciate very much our guide, Mansoor Manz, especially his driving skills on the sand!! Thanks!”

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Premium Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner - Dubai - The 4x4 ride across the golden dunes
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Premium Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner – Dubai

14.Premium Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner – Dubai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,547 reviews · from $36

Spend about six hours traveling from Dubai to Lahbab in an air-conditioned 4x4, with hotel pickup, dune driving, sunset views, Arabic coffee and dates, camel riding, sandboarding, henna, shisha, and a BBQ buffet. The evening ends with belly dancing, Tanura, and fire shows. Jamel is one named driver noted for careful service.

“Jamel was a great driver, made us feel safe and was taking care of us during dinner. However, the camp for dinner was very disappointing: the infrastructure was poorly maintained and the food was very average.”

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Premium Dubai Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner in the Red Dunes - Dune bashing in the red sand
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Premium Dubai Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner in the Red Dunes

15.Premium Dubai Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner in the Red Dunes

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,528 reviews · from $49

Spend about six hours beyond Dubai’s skyscrapers on a shared 4x4 safari through the red dunes of Lahbab. You’ll visit a camel farm, ride a camel, try sandboarding, watch sunset, eat a BBQ buffet with shawarma, and see tanoura and belly-dance performances. Hotel pickup, soft drinks, water, henna, and Arabic coffee are included.

“Loved it all - lots of laughs, driver was excellent, evening food & entertainment very good too. I would recommend this trip to others.”

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