One of the highlights of any Dubai desert safari is the delicious BBQ dinner served under the stars. From sizzling grilled meats to traditional Arabic mezze and sweet desserts, the dining experience is a feast for all senses. Here's everything you can expect.
The BBQ Buffet Experience
Desert safari dinners are served buffet-style, allowing you to sample a wide variety of dishes. The BBQ station is the star of the show, with chefs grilling fresh meats right in front of you. But there's so much more to explore!
Live BBQ Station
Watch chefs grill kebabs, chicken, and lamb fresh to order
Fresh Salad Bar
Fattoush, hummus, tabbouleh, and more Arabic favorites
Rice & Main Dishes
Biryani, grilled vegetables, and traditional mains
Sweet Desserts
Um Ali, fresh fruits, baklava, and Arabic sweets
What's on the Menu?
Vegetarian Options
Plenty of vegetarian dishes are available including hummus, falafel, grilled vegetables, salads, rice dishes, and all desserts. Let your guide know if you have dietary requirements - they can ensure vegetarian options are well-stocked.
Dietary Information
Is the Food Halal?
Yes! All meat served at desert safari camps is 100% halal certified. Dubai's food safety standards ensure all providers comply with halal requirements.
Allergies & Special Diets
If you have food allergies or special dietary requirements (gluten-free, nut-free, vegan), please inform us at the time of booking. Our camps can accommodate most dietary needs with advance notice.
The Dining Atmosphere
Dinner is served in a traditional Bedouin-style camp setting. You'll sit on comfortable cushions at low tables, surrounded by carpets, lanterns, and the soft glow of the fire pits. The open-air setting under the desert stars makes for an unforgettable dining experience.
What Makes It Special:
- Live cooking: Watch the BBQ being prepared fresh
- Unlimited servings: Go back for seconds (or thirds!)
- Entertainment: Enjoy belly dance and fire shows during dinner
- Traditional setting: Authentic Arabian atmosphere
- Starlit sky: Dine under the clear desert stars
Standard vs Luxury Dining
Both our standard and luxury packages include the full BBQ buffet. The luxury packages offer:
- VIP seating area with better views of entertainment
- Premium meat selections (prawns, lamb chops)
- Additional dessert options
- Priority service
- More spacious seating arrangements
Ready to Feast Under the Stars?
Book your desert safari and experience the amazing BBQ dinner firsthand!
View PackagesTips for Your Dinner Experience
- Come hungry: The buffet is generous - save room!
- Try everything: Don't miss the mezze and desserts
- Ask the chefs: They can recommend their favorites
- Time your visit: Best photos are during golden hour before sunset
- Stay hydrated: Drinks are unlimited, so keep drinking water