Camel Ride Dubai
Ride across the golden dunes, meet these remarkable desert animals, experience Arabian hospitality and discover why camels have been known as the “ships of the desert” for generations.
Camel Ride Dubai at a Glance
| Feature | Details |
| Experience | Camel Ride Dubai |
| Location | Dubai Desert / Al Marmoom / Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve |
| Packages | Morning, sunset and private options |
| Camel Ride | 30–45 minutes depending on package |
| Starting Price | AED 495 per person |
| Private Option | From AED 750 for 2 people |
| Pickup | Dubai |
| Transfer | Shared or private depending on package |
| Operation | Daily |
| Best For | Couples, families, culture lovers and first-time visitors |
We have created different camel ride packages so you can choose between a traditional morning experience, a sunset desert evening or a private camel ride.
Camel Caravan With Bedouin Breakfast
AED 495 per person
Start your morning with a traditional camel caravan experience at Al Marmoom and discover Bedouin hospitality.
This package includes:
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in a modern air-conditioned vehicle
- Traditional welcome at an authentic Bedouin Village
- 45-minute camel caravan experience across two rides
- Live Arabic coffee making
- Arabian makeover with Kandura for men and Abaya for women
- Falcon photography experience
- Traditional Bedouin breakfast
This is the best option if you want a peaceful morning camel ride combined with authentic Emirati culture and breakfast.
Sunset Camel Caravan Safari & BBQ
AED 695 per person
Experience the Dubai desert around sunset with camel trekking, cultural activities, BBQ dinner and live entertainment.
This package includes:
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Licensed Safari Captain
- Camel trekking
- Camel feeding
- Sunset photography stop
- Gahwa, Gaymat and dates
- Shisha
- Henna painting
- Local Arabic attire makeover
- Falcon experience with photography
- BBQ dinner
- Vegetarian and non-vegetarian buffet options
- Tanoura performance
- Ladies Khaliji Dance
- Unlimited water
- Unlimited soft drinks
Choose this package if you want your camel ride to be part of a complete evening desert experience.
Private Camel Ride With Transfers
AED 750 for 2 people
Enjoy a private camel ride without joining a larger group.
This package includes:
- Private hotel pickup
- Private desert transfer
- 30-minute camel ride
- Private experience for two people
- Hotel drop-off
- Approximately 3-hour total experience
This option is ideal for couples or travellers who prefer a simple, private camel experience without dinner or a full desert camp program.
Platinum Heritage Camel Desert Safari
From AED 795 per adult
For guests who want a more immersive and premium camel safari, choose the Platinum Heritage Camel Desert Safari.
The experience includes a 45-minute camel safari through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, followed by a sunset falcon show, traditional Bedouin camp experience, Arabic coffee and dates, cultural activities, four-course Arabic dinner and stargazing.
This premium package includes:
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- 45-minute camel safari
- Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve experience
- Sunset falcon show
- Traditional Bedouin camp
- Arabic coffee and dates
- Live breadmaking
- Live Arabic coffee making
- Camel activities
- Shisha
- Four-course Arabic dinner
- Emirati cultural entertainment
- Stargazing
- Traditional headwear
- Stainless-steel water bottle
The Platinum Heritage option is particularly suited to travellers who want the camel ride to be part of a complete luxury heritage experience rather than a standalone activity.
A Camel Ride Dubai experience allows you to explore the desert at the pace traditionally used by Bedouin travellers.
Unlike dune bashing, which focuses on speed and adventure, camel riding gives you time to appreciate the desert landscape, watch the dunes change colour and experience an important part of Arabian heritage.
Depending on the package you choose, your experience can include:
- Camel trekking
- Camel caravans
- Desert photography
- Bedouin hospitality
- Arabic coffee and dates
- Falcon experiences
- Traditional clothing
- Breakfast
- BBQ dinner
- Live entertainment
- Stargazing
This makes camel riding one of the most versatile ways to experience the Dubai desert.
Camels have played an important role in desert life for centuries.
For Bedouin communities, camels provided transportation, helped people travel across difficult terrain and were an important part of everyday life.
Today, a camel ride gives visitors an opportunity to experience the desert from a much slower and more traditional perspective.
Instead of racing across the dunes, you can sit back, enjoy the scenery and experience the rhythm of traditional desert travel.
A camel caravan is more than simply riding a camel around a small enclosure.
During the longer caravan experiences, you travel across the desert as part of a group of camels, following routes through the dunes.
The movement is slower and more peaceful, allowing you to take in:
- Golden desert dunes
- Desert vegetation
- Wildlife
- Sunset colours
- Traditional Bedouin landscapes
The morning Camel Caravan With Bedouin Breakfast offers a total of approximately 45 minutes of camel riding across two rides. OceanAir’s current supplier listing also describes the experience as a 4–5-hour Al Marmoom experience with a traditional Bedouin village, Arabic coffee making, camel caravan, Arabian makeover, falcon photography and breakfast.
Hotel Pickup
Your experience begins with pickup from your Dubai hotel or selected location, depending on the package.
Travel to the Desert
Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle towards the selected desert location.
Traditional Desert Welcome
Depending on your package, you may be welcomed with Arabic coffee, dates and traditional sweets.
Camel Experience
Meet your camel and receive instructions from the experienced team before beginning your ride.
Explore the Desert
Travel through the dunes and experience the desert from the traditional camelback perspective.
Cultural Activities
Depending on the selected package, enjoy activities such as:
- Arabic coffee making
- Arabian makeover
- Falcon photography
- Henna
- Camel feeding
Breakfast or Dinner
Morning guests enjoy a traditional Bedouin breakfast, while the sunset package includes a BBQ buffet dinner.
Entertainment and Stargazing
The evening package includes cultural entertainment and a stargazing experience.
Return to Dubai
After completing your selected experience, enjoy return transportation to your hotel.
Inclusions depend on the selected package.
Camel Caravan With Bedouin Breakfast
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Traditional Bedouin village
- 45-minute camel caravan across two rides
- Live Arabic coffee making
- Kandura for men
- Abaya for women
- Falcon photography
- Bedouin breakfast
Sunset Camel Caravan Safari & BBQ
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Licensed Safari Captain
- Camel trekking
- Camel feeding
- Sunset photography stop
- Gahwa
- Gaymat
- Dates
- Shisha
- Henna
- Arabic attire makeover
- Falcon experience
- Falcon photography
- BBQ buffet dinner
- Vegetarian and non-vegetarian options
- Tanoura
- Ladies Khaliji Dance
- Unlimited water
- Unlimited soft drinks
Private Camel Ride With Transfers
- Private hotel pickup
- Private desert transfer
- 30-minute camel ride
- Private experience for two
- Hotel drop-off
Platinum Heritage Camel Desert Safari
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- 45-minute camel safari
- Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve
- Sunset falcon show
- Traditional Bedouin camp
- Arabic coffee
- Dates
- Live breadmaking
- Live coffee making
- Camel activities
- Shisha
- Four-course dinner
- Emirati entertainment
- Stargazing
- Traditional headwear
- Stainless-steel water bottle
Camel Caravan With Bedouin Breakfast
AED 495 per person
Sunset Camel Caravan Safari & BBQ
AED 695 per person
Private Camel Ride With Transfers
AED 750 for 2 people
Minimum booking requirement: 2 people.
Platinum Heritage Camel Desert Safari
From AED 795 per adult
Child pricing is available for the applicable booking option.
Pickup options depend on the package selected.
Transfers are available from Dubai hotels and selected locations in Dubai.
Shared and private transfer options are available on applicable packages.
For the Platinum Heritage option, hotel pickup is provided in a shared air-conditioned vehicle unless a private vehicle is selected.
Wear comfortable clothing that allows easy movement.
We recommend:
- Lightweight loose-fitting clothing
- Full-sleeved clothing
- Comfortable trousers
- Closed-toe shoes or sneakers
- Sunglasses
- Hat or scarf
- Sunscreen
Avoid very short or restrictive clothing because mounting and dismounting the camel requires comfortable movement.
During winter, bring a light jacket because desert temperatures can fall after sunset.Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.
Bring:
- Passport or Emirates ID
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Hat or scarf
- Camera or smartphone
- Power bank
- Water bottle
- Light jacket during winter
Avoid carrying large bags or unnecessary valuables.
Camel riding involves mounting, dismounting and travelling on a moving animal.
For a safe experience:
- Follow your guide’s instructions.
- Mount and dismount only when instructed.
- Remain seated during the ride.
- Avoid sudden movements.
- Do not disturb the camel.
- Keep your belongings secure.
- Stay hydrated.
- Protect yourself from the sun.
Pregnant guests and guests with serious back, neck or spinal conditions should avoid camel riding unless cleared by their doctor.
The Platinum Heritage supplier does not recommend its camel safari for guests more than six months pregnant.
Camel Ride vs Dune Bashing
Camel riding and dune bashing offer completely different desert experiences.
| Camel Ride | Dune Bashing |
| Slow and traditional | Fast and adventurous |
| Bedouin-inspired | Modern desert adventure |
| Relaxed experience | Thrilling experience |
| Suitable for photography | Designed for adrenaline |
| Focuses on heritage | Focuses on adventure |
| Traditional desert transport | 4×4 vehicle |
If you want to experience the desert like traditional Bedouin travellers, choose camel riding.
If you want speed and excitement, choose dune bashing.
You can also combine camel riding with other desert activities through our wider desert safari packages at thedesertasafariindubai.com
Camel Ride Dubai and Animal Welfare
Responsible camel tourism matters.
Our camel experiences are designed to provide guests with an opportunity to experience traditional desert travel while following operational and animal-care guidelines.
Camels should have access to appropriate food, water, rest and veterinary care.
Guests should never hit, tease, frighten or intentionally disturb the animals.
During your experience, follow the guide’s instructions and treat the camels respectfully.
The Platinum Heritage supplier specifically states that its camel safaris follow strict animal-welfare guidelines.
Camel Ride Dubai for Couples
Camel riding is an excellent choice for couples who want to experience the desert together without choosing a high-adrenaline activity.
For a simple private experience, choose the Private Camel Ride With Transfers.
For a romantic sunset experience, choose the Sunset Camel Caravan Safari & BBQ.
For a premium heritage experience, choose the Platinum Heritage Camel Desert Safari.
Camel Ride Dubai for Families
Families can enjoy camel experiences, but age restrictions vary by package.
Children below five can join the Al Marmoom morning experience but are not permitted to ride the camel; they can remain with an accompanying adult at the village. (OceanAir)
For the Platinum Heritage camel safari, children aged 5–11 are charged at the applicable child rate, while children under five require a private car booking. (Platinum Heritage)
Always check the selected package’s child policy before booking.
Camel Ride Dubai for First-Time Visitors
If this is your first visit to Dubai, camel riding offers an easy way to experience the traditional side of the desert.
For a first-time visitor, we recommend:
Best for culture: Camel Caravan With Bedouin Breakfast
Best for sunset: Sunset Camel Caravan Safari & BBQ
Best for privacy: Private Camel Ride With Transfers
Best premium experience: Platinum Heritage Camel Desert Safari
Best Time for Camel Ride Dubai
Camel riding is available throughout the year.
The cooler months from November to March are generally the most comfortable for desert activities.
Morning Camel Ride
Morning experiences provide cooler temperatures and softer sunlight.
The Camel Caravan With Bedouin Breakfast is the ideal choice for guests who prefer a morning desert experience.
Sunset Camel Ride
Sunset is particularly popular because of the cooler temperatures and changing colours across the dunes.
The Sunset Camel Caravan Safari & BBQ is designed around this evening atmosphere.
Al Marmoom is an excellent setting for a camel experience because the landscape provides a more natural desert environment away from the busiest tourist areas.
The morning package takes guests to a traditional Bedouin village at Al Marmoom, where the experience combines camel riding with cultural activities and breakfast.
During the journey, you may also have opportunities to see native desert plants and wildlife.
The Al Marmoom experience can include sightings of species such as Arabian oryx, gazelles and desert birds, although wildlife sightings are naturally dependent on conditions.
The Camel Caravan With Bedouin Breakfast is our most culturally focused morning camel package.
After hotel pickup, travel to the traditional Bedouin village at Al Marmoom and receive an Arabian welcome.
Enjoy:
- Arabic coffee
- Dates
- Traditional sweets
- Live Arabic coffee making
- Arabian clothing makeover
- Falcon photography
- Camel caravan
- Traditional Bedouin breakfast
The experience combines camel riding with the cultural traditions that made desert travel such an important part of Emirati heritage.
A morning camel ride offers cooler temperatures and softer desert light.
The Camel Caravan With Bedouin Breakfast begins in the morning and is particularly suitable for travellers who want to experience the desert before the stronger afternoon heat.
It is also an excellent option for families and travellers who want to combine camel riding with breakfast rather than dinner and evening entertainment.
A sunset camel ride offers a completely different atmosphere.
As the sun moves lower over the dunes, the desert takes on golden and orange colours that create excellent photography opportunities.
The Sunset Camel Caravan Safari & BBQ combines the camel experience with:
- Sunset photography
- Camel feeding
- Gahwa
- Gaymat
- Dates
- Henna
- Falcon experience
- Arabic attire
- BBQ dinner
- Tanoura
- Ladies Khaliji Dance
- Shisha
- Refreshments
Choose this package if you want camel riding plus a complete evening desert experience.
If you prefer privacy, our Private Camel Ride With Transfers is designed for two people.
You receive hotel pickup, a private desert transfer, a 30-minute camel ride and return transportation.
It is a straightforward option for couples who want to experience camel riding without joining a larger desert safari group.
For travellers who want a premium camel experience, the Platinum Heritage Camel Desert Safari provides a more extensive desert heritage program.
The experience begins with a 45-minute camel safari through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve.
After the camel safari, guests continue to a traditional Bedouin camp for Arabic coffee, dates, live breadmaking, coffee making, camel activities, shisha and a four-course Arabic dinner.
The evening also includes a sunset falcon show, Emirati performances and stargazing.
The current supplier price is AED 795 per adult and AED 695 per child, including VAT.
Camel Ride Dubai Cancellation Policy
Cancellation terms depend on the selected package.
For the current OceanAir Al Marmoom morning experience, cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the experience.
For other packages, the applicable cancellation terms are displayed during booking.
Before you book, please take a moment to review our Booking Policy for details on cancellations and refunds, along with our Terms & Conditions for complete visitor guidelines. If you have any questions or need any help feel free to reach out to us through our Contact Us page.
How to Book Camel Ride Dubai
Choose Your Camel Ride Package
Select the experience that best matches your requirements.
Select Your Date
Choose your preferred travel date.
Select Your Guests
Enter the number of adults and children travelling.
Choose Your Transfer
Select the available shared or private transfer option.
Enter Your Pickup Details
Provide your Dubai hotel or selected pickup location.
Complete Payment
Complete your booking using the available payment method.
Receive Your Confirmation
Once your booking is confirmed, you will receive your booking confirmation and pickup details.
Payment Options
You can pay for your reservation conveniently through:
Cash at our office
Visit our office and pay directly for your booking confirmation.
Secure online payment link
Pay safely using our secure online payment link system.
POS credit/debit card machine
We accept debit and credit card payments at our office.
Book Camel Ride Dubai
Experience the Dubai desert from the back of a camel and discover one of the oldest ways of travelling across the Arabian landscape.
Choose a peaceful morning camel caravan with Bedouin breakfast, watch the sunset during a camel safari with BBQ dinner, enjoy a private camel ride for two or upgrade to the premium Platinum Heritage Camel Desert Safari with falconry, traditional dining and stargazing.
Whether you are travelling as a couple, family or group, there is a Camel Ride Dubai package designed for your style of desert experience.
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FAQ'S
A Camel Ride Dubai experience allows you to explore the Arabian desert on camelback while experiencing traditional desert travel and Bedouin culture.
Our Camel Ride Dubai packages start from AED 495 per person. Private camel rides for two start from AED 750.
The Camel Caravan With Bedouin Breakfast is currently available from AED 495 per person.
The camel riding duration depends on the selected package. Options include a 30-minute private camel ride and longer 45-minute camel caravan experiences.
Yes. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included with the applicable packages.
Pickup is available from hotels and selected locations in Dubai, depending on the package.
Children can join selected camel experiences, but age restrictions vary by package. Children below five may be permitted at the village but are not allowed to ride the camel on the Al Marmoom morning experience.
Age restrictions vary by package. Children below five are not permitted to ride the camel on the Al Marmoom morning experience.
Camel riding is generally a controlled guided activity, but guests must follow the guide’s instructions during mounting, dismounting and the ride.
Camel riding is not recommended for pregnant guests. Guests with pregnancy-related concerns should consult their doctor before participating.
Guests with serious back, neck or spinal conditions should avoid camel riding unless they have medical clearance.
Wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing, comfortable trousers, closed-toe shoes, sunglasses and sunscreen. Bring a light jacket during winter evenings.
Yes. The Sunset Camel Caravan Safari & BBQ includes camel trekking, a sunset photography stop and an evening desert camp experience.
Breakfast is included with the Camel Caravan With Bedouin Breakfast package.
Dinner is included with the Sunset Camel Caravan Safari & BBQ and the Platinum Heritage Camel Desert Safari packages.
Yes. It is a morning Al Marmoom experience combining camel riding with a traditional Bedouin village visit and breakfast. (OceanAir)
It includes hotel pickup and drop-off, a Bedouin village visit, 45 minutes of camel riding across two rides, live Arabic coffee making, Arabian attire, falcon photography and Bedouin breakfast.
It includes camel trekking, camel feeding, sunset photography, Arabic coffee, Gaymat, dates, shisha, henna, Arabic attire, falcon experience, BBQ buffet dinner, Tanoura, Ladies Khaliji Dance, water and soft drinks.
Yes. The private package is designed for two people and includes private transfers and a 30-minute camel ride.
The private Camel Ride With Transfers starts from AED 750 for two people.
It is a premium camel safari in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve combining a 45-minute camel safari with a sunset falcon show, Bedouin camp, Arabic coffee, four-course dinner, cultural entertainment and stargazing.
The current supplier price starts from AED 795 per adult and AED 695 per child, including VAT. (Platinum Heritage)
Falcon experiences are included in selected packages, including the Camel Caravan With Bedouin Breakfast, Sunset Camel Caravan Safari & BBQ and Platinum Heritage Camel Desert Safari.
Yes. Falcon photography is included with selected packages.
Yes. Arabic coffee and traditional Bedouin hospitality are included with selected packages.
Henna painting is included with the Sunset Camel Caravan Safari & BBQ.
Yes. The Camel Caravan With Bedouin Breakfast includes a Kandura for men and Abaya for women, while the sunset package includes local Arabic attire for a makeover.
Stargazing is included with the Platinum Heritage Camel Desert Safari and the applicable sunset experience.
A camel ride can refer to a short standalone activity, while a camel safari or camel caravan usually involves a longer journey through the desert and may include additional cultural or dining experiences.
Camel riding is a slower, traditional desert experience, while dune bashing is a high-adrenaline 4×4 activity across the dunes.
For privacy, the Private Camel Ride With Transfers is the best choice. For sunset and dinner, choose the Sunset Camel Caravan Safari & BBQ. For a premium heritage experience, choose the Platinum Heritage Camel Desert Safari.
The Camel Caravan With Bedouin Breakfast is a strong choice for families looking for a morning cultural experience, subject to the applicable child restrictions.
November to March generally offers the most comfortable desert temperatures. Morning and sunset are also popular because temperatures are typically more comfortable than during the middle of the day.
Yes. The Private Camel Ride With Transfers is available for two people and includes private pickup, a 30-minute camel ride and return transfer.
Choose your preferred package, select your date and number of guests, provide your pickup details and complete payment. Your booking confirmation and pickup information will be provided after confirmation. Visit our complete Dubai Desert Safari FAQs.
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