Smooth Pickup
Hotel pick-up and return are described as seamless, with one guest arriving back at the hotel ahead of schedule.
Al Karama
Excursion Point Tourism is a tour operator in Al Karama focused on Dubai desert experiences. Reviews point to hotel pick-up safaris built around 4x4 dune bashing and camel rides, with options such as quad biking, sandboarding and camp dinners or shows.
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Hotel pick-up and return are described as seamless, with one guest arriving back at the hotel ahead of schedule.
Several reviews describe the tours as carefully organised from the start through the final camp activities.
One sunset safari included a longer quad-bike route through real dunes, rather than a short riding session.
Guests repeatedly mention guides balancing exciting driving with clear attention to comfort and safety.
Guides are often praised for taking photos and videos, including at viewpoints and during buggy or camel activities.
Some packages finish with dinner and live entertainment; one guest singled out the fire show as the highlight.
A family review specifically enjoyed combining camel riding, quad biking, 4x4 driving and sandboarding.
Confirm Inclusions. Before booking, confirm drinks and camp inclusions in writing: one guest expected tea and coffee but found only two soft drinks per person.
Choose Sunset. Book an afternoon or evening slot if you want sunset views and more photo opportunities at the viewpoint.
Check Quad Time. Ask how long the quad-bike session lasts; reviews differ, and one guest specifically wished it had been longer.
Ask About Pickup. Check whether hotel pick-up is included or charged separately, as one guest said it cost extra but was worthwhile.
Request Private Car. If travelling with older relatives, ask about a private-car arrangement; one group of four adults chose it for two elders.
Expect Photo Stops. Allow time at the viewpoint if photography matters: one sunset guest had multiple sandboarding attempts and an extended sunset stop.
Plan the visit
| Mon | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Tue | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wed | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thu | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Fri | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sat | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sun | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
The signature desert drive is repeatedly described as thrilling, with some guests comparing it to a rollercoaster.
Camel riding is a recurring part of the safari and is described as a traditional or peaceful contrast to the dune drive.
A review describes the dune buggy adventure alongside ATVs and sandboarding as part of a family outing.
Camp packages can include dinner and performances; one guest found the setting cleaner and prettier than expected.
One guest found the dune drive too short and disliked repeated stops while waiting for other company vehicles.
One review says tea and coffee were unavailable despite being advertised, while soft drinks were limited to two per person.
A guest enjoyed the tour but felt the quad-bike portion should have lasted longer.
One guest found the henna artist who served their wife and daughters unfriendly.
One review rated the vegetarian food and most camp shows as only okay, with the fire show performing best.
The Bottom Line
Excursion Point Tourism runs Dubai desert excursions from Al Karama, with reviews centred on 4x4 dune bashing, camel rides, quad biking and sandboarding. Hotel pick-up is often described as smooth, and the tours commonly finish at a desert camp with dinner and live shows. The strongest thread is the guide-led experience.
Guests mention confident driving, clear explanations, attention to safety and help with photos and videos. One sunset booking included a longer quad route through real dunes and an extended viewpoint stop, giving the group several chances to sandboard and photograph the sunset. There are useful package differences to check before paying.
One guest found the quad session too short, while another praised the longer real-dune route. A separate review reported that advertised tea and coffee were unavailable and that soft drinks were limited to two per person. Camp food and shows were also judged only average in that account, although the fire show stood out.
Afternoon or evening visits are worth considering for sunset photos. Ask about pickup fees, quad duration and exactly what the camp package includes. Families are represented in the reviews, and a private-car booking was used by one group travelling with two older relatives.