Dune Bashing
Several reviews describe the dune drive as thrilling, skilled and the strongest part of the safari.
Arabian Kings Tours
Barsha Heights
Arabian Kings Tours is a Barsha Heights travel agency centred on Dubai desert safari packages, from economy to VIP. Reviews highlight thrilling dune bashing and, in better-organised trips, camel rides, quad biking, sunset views and BBQ dinners, though package delivery and camp operations can vary sharply.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
3,190 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Smooth Logistics
Some customers report a well-managed experience from hotel pickup through the evening and return drop-off.
BBQ Dinner
Positive reviews mention an enjoyable BBQ dinner alongside the evening entertainment at camp.
Safety Care
Some guides are praised for keeping guests comfortable and safe during the desert activities.
Tips for a Better Visit
Verify Vehicle. Confirm in writing whether your booking means a private 4x4 or shared transport; one VIP customer received a shared vehicle.
Clarify Inclusions. Ask for every activity and camp benefit to be listed clearly, especially sandboarding, quad-bike time and VIP seating.
Check Fees. Before departure, confirm all transport and activity charges, plus whether card payment is accepted.
Prebook Buggy. Ask the organiser to pre-book buggy rides rather than buying at camp, where one review reported a much higher charge.
Allow Time. Build in plenty of buffer for shared pickups; one customer said the tour did not start until 3:15 PM.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Conrad Business Tower - Sheikh Zayed Rd
Al Thanyah Fifth, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Camel Ride
Camel rides appear in several packages, although some reviews describe them as brief or affected by long queues.
Quad Biking
Quad biking is commonly mentioned, but customers disagree about its duration, riding area and whether an upgrade was required.
Sandboarding
Sandboarding is advertised in some packages, but multiple customers say it was unavailable or limited.
Live Shows
Evening live shows are mentioned as part of the camp programme, with reviews differing on their quality and availability.
Common Concerns
Package Mismatch
A customer who paid for a private VIP package says they were placed in a shared 4x4 with eight other passengers.
Upselling
Multiple reviews report pressure to pay for transport, premium access, quad biking and other add-ons.
Overcrowding
Some visitors describe long queues, packed camps and chaotic buffet service, especially during busy periods.
Missing Inclusions
Reviews report advertised activities or refreshments being shortened, unavailable or replaced with paid upgrades.
Safety Concerns
One review reports broken seatbelts and overloading during the vehicle transfer and dune drive.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 200
quad biking
“I was quoted AED 200 for quad biking, while at the same time another customer was offered the same for AED 100”Google review · March 2026
AED 100
quad biking
“I was quoted AED 200 for quad biking, while at the same time another customer was offered the same for AED 100”Google review · March 2026
Aed 1000
buggy ride for 4
“(Ride for 4 comes roughly at Aed 500-550 whereas camp charges Aed 1000”Google review · January 2026
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The Bottom Line
Arabian Kings Tours is built around Dubai desert safari packages, with dune bashing as the clearest draw. Depending on the booking, visitors may also experience camel rides, quad biking, sandboarding, sunset views, live shows and a BBQ dinner. Several customers describe the dune drive as thrilling, while some report smooth pickup-to-drop-off coordination and guides who kept the group comfortable.
The experience is not consistent across the reviews. A number of Groupon customers say VIP or private wording did not match what arrived: shared vehicles replaced private 4x4s, and some advertised activities were missing or much shorter than expected. Camp conditions also vary, with reports ranging from good food and entertainment to poor-quality meals, dirty facilities and buffet queues.
Extra charges are the biggest practical concern. Reviews mention paid upgrades for transport, premium seating, longer camel rides and quad biking, alongside inconsistent quotes. One customer was quoted AED 200 for quad biking while another reported AED 1000 for a camp buggy ride for four.
Confirm the vehicle, inclusions, payment method and add-on prices before leaving. If you choose a shared package, allow generous time for delays and crowded camp logistics.