Trade the city skyline for an ocean of red dunes on Dubai's most unforgettable evening out. We collect you from your hotel in the cool of the afternoon and drive out to the Al Marmoom desert, where the sand runs deep and gold to the horizon. First comes the dune-bashing — a heart-in-your-mouth ride over the crests in a 4x4, with plenty of stops to catch your breath and your photos. Then the pace softens: climb aboard a camel the way travellers have crossed this land for centuries, try your hand at sandboarding, or simply stand still and watch the sun sink behind the dunes in a wash of amber and rose.
As night falls, our Bedouin-style camp comes alive. Settle onto low cushions around the fire for a generous barbecue dinner — grilled meats, warm breads, fresh mezze, and endless mint tea — while music drifts across the sand and the stars come out thick above you. Groups stay small and the evening stays unhurried, guided by locals who know exactly when the light is at its best. You'll be back in the city by mid-evening, sand in your shoes and the desert already calling you back.
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