Dune Driving
The 4x4 dune ride is repeatedly described as thrilling, with one visitor comparing it to a roller coaster.
Skyland Camp
Ras Al Khor
Skyland Camp in Ras Al Khor brings together a desert safari, thrilling dune driving and an evening camp programme. Reviews especially point to the 4x4 ride, followed by belly dance and fire performances, with dinner included in many packages.
Reputation Score
4.2
★★★★☆
1,202 ratings
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The Good Stuff
Stage Shows
The belly dance and fire show are consistent highlights, with the fire performance receiving especially strong praise.
Included Food
Several reviews found the buffet plentiful or tasty, and some packages include dinner in the ticket.
Hotel Transfers
One package included hotel pickup and drop-off, with arrival time shared in advance over WhatsApp.
Family Fun
A family with two young children rated the dune bashing, camel ride, quad bikes and shows highly.
Tips for a Better Visit
Choose Dinner. For a better fit, consider the dinner trip rather than staying overnight; one overnight guest recommended leaving with the group.
Clarify Inclusions. Ask what is included before paying for extras, since sellers may offer items that are already part of the package.
Bring Layers. Pack warm clothes for the evening: multiple visitors said the desert becomes cold after sunset.
Arrive Early. Arrive early if you want a place near the stage or shorter dinner queues; late arrivals may face long waits.
Book Online. Compare online tickets before booking: one visitor said the hotel desk price was twice as high.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Awir Second - Dubai
Al Awir Second, Dubai
Popular Mentions
Desert safari
The overall safari combines desert driving with camp entertainment and is often described as a memorable Dubai outing.
Belly dancer
The belly dance is one of the evening performances that visitors regularly single out.
BBQ dinner
BBQ dinner is part of the evening camp experience and was described as tasty by several reviewers.
Common Concerns
Food Quality
Food feedback is uneven: one visitor reported stale, bad-smelling food, while another found the dinner only average.
Sales Pressure
Reviews mention tourist-trap stops and persistent sellers at the camp, with confusion over what is included.
Overnight Stay
The overnight setup disappointed one guest: the tent was on cement, cleanup was noisy and breakfast was minimal.
Sand Boarding
Sand boarding was described as underwhelming because the slope was limited and the boards were poor quality.
Crowded Seating
One review found the seating crowded and the dining lights inadequate, while another reported rushed food and shows.
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The Bottom Line
Skyland Camp is a desert-safari stop in Ras Al Khor where the main draw is the sequence: 4x4 dune bashing, a camel ride or other add-on activity, then an evening of belly dance and fire performances. Hotel pickup and drop-off were included for at least one package, and the reviews make the dune drive sound more memorable than the camp itself. The entertainment is the safest bet.
Belly dancing and the fire show repeatedly earn praise, while dinner ranges from plentiful and delicious to stale or merely average, so expectations around the buffet should stay flexible. Vegetarian choices may be limited, although one older review mentions separate vegetarian and Jain food. Check exactly what your ticket covers before buying extras.
Reviews mention sales pressure at tourist-trap stops and inside the camp, including confusion over paid corn, shisha, quad bikes and other add-ons. One visitor found a quad-bike rental restrictive because it allowed only circular driving. For most people, the evening dinner visit looks more appealing than the overnight option: a guest found the cement-based tent, noise and basic breakfast disappointing.
Bring warm clothing after sunset, arrive early for better seating, and compare online prices before booking.