Fire show
The fire show is repeatedly described as the evening’s standout, with one review calling it the best part and worth waiting for.
Oasis palm Desert camp (primum & standrad)
Ras Al Khor
Oasis Palm Desert Camp in Ras Al Khor is an evening desert-camp stop built around buffet dining and live entertainment. Reviews most consistently point to the fire show and belly dancing as the reasons to stay, while the safari and camp service receive more mixed feedback.
Reputation Score
4.1
★★★★☆
210 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Stage shows
Traditional dance, belly dancing and other stage performances give the camp a lively cultural-program feel.
Vegetarian choice
One buffet review specifically noted plenty of vegetarian options, making the food setup more workable for vegetarian guests.
Unlimited drinks
Soft drinks were described as unlimited in one review, although serving rules and other drinks may differ.
Desert atmosphere
The spacious setup, lighting and décor create a pleasant desert-evening atmosphere under the stars.
Tips for a Better Visit
Skip upgrades. Keep the standard booking unless you have confirmed exactly what the VIP or sofa fee adds; several guests found the extra seating poor value.
Arrive early. Eat before settling in for the shows: reviews say buffet food can run out by around 8pm or within 15–20 minutes.
Leave early. If you are driving out, consider leaving around 7:45pm to reduce congestion at the exit point.
Check inclusions. Confirm whether henna is included in your package before arrival, as one guest expected it but did not receive it.
Avoid juices. Ask about drink prices before ordering; one guest was charged 60 Dirham for a cup of pomegranate juice after being told it was included.
Plan the visit
Practical details
5J3Q+7H4
Al Awir Second, Dubai
Popular Mentions
Camel ride
The camel ride is included in some packages, but a review describes it as extremely short.
henne tattoo
A review lists a henne tattoo among the camp experiences included in a desert barbecue outing.
Common Concerns
Food quality
Food opinions are sharply mixed, with repeated complaints about bland, cold or tasteless buffet dishes.
Upgrade pressure
Several guests felt VIP or sofa upgrades added little value, despite repeated sales pitches for closer seating or better service.
Buffet queues
Queues and empty trays were recurring problems; one guest waited 39 minutes and skipped dinner.
Persistent vendors
Guests reported repeated approaches to buy photos, shisha, henna, drinks and other items while seated.
Short camel ride
The camel ride may be little more than a photo stop, with one guest saying it lasted under 10 metres.
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The Bottom Line
Oasis Palm Desert Camp is an evening stop in Ras Al Khor where desert-safari groups come for buffet dinner, drinks and staged entertainment. The programme can include belly dancing, traditional dance and a fire show, with the fire performance the clearest reason many reviewers say to stay until the end. The camp’s lighting and spacious desert setting also received positive comments.
Food is the biggest gamble. Some guests praised the buffet, Indian dishes and vegetarian choice, while many others described the food as bland, cold, greasy or tasteless. Refills are a practical concern: reports mention trays emptying by 8pm, food finishing within 15–20 minutes and long queues, including one 39-minute wait.
Arriving early and eating before the main performances is sensible. Be wary of on-site upselling. Multiple reviewers felt the AED 50 VIP or sofa upgrade did not meaningfully improve seating, food or service, and vendors were described as persistent.
Confirm what henna and other inclusions mean before paying, and ask the price of juices or specialty drinks first. The camel ride may be extremely brief—one review says less than 10 metres—so treat it as a photo stop rather than a substantial ride.