NYE Desert Safari Celebration & BBQ Dinner at Al Marmoom
Welcome the New Year surrounded by the untouched beauty of the Al Marmoom Desert. Begin the evening with a traditional Emirati greeting, followed by a range of cultural desert experiences and a flavorful BBQ dinner prepared by the award-winning Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant. Enjoy camel rides, henna painting, falcon encounters, shisha, and captivating live performances as the desert sets a peaceful and festive scene. At midnight, celebrate beneath the open sky with a spectacular fireworks display. Guests may also opt for stargazing with a premium telescope or upgrade to an overnight stay in a private Bedouin tent, waking up to a serene desert sunrise and breakfast.
| Tour Detail | |
| Tour Duration: | 4 Hours |
| Tour Availability: | 31st Dec 2026 |
| Celebrations with Dinner & Activities: | AED 665 |
| Celebrations with Dinner, Activities & 2-Way Transfers: | AED 810 |
| Pickup Time: | 08:45 PM to 09:30 PM |
Inclusions
What’s Included
- Entry to Al Marmoom Oasis Desert Camp
- Camel ride experience
- Bonfire area
- Traditional Gaymat sweets, Gahwa (Arabic coffee), and dates
- Henna painting
- Falcon experience
- Shisha in the designated area
- Live fire show
- Bedouin cultural entertainment
- New Year’s Eve fireworks display
- Arabian buffet dinner with live BBQ stations and lamb Ouzi
- Unlimited soft drinks and chilled mineral water
- Stargazing experience
What’s Not Included
- Hotel transfers (available as an optional add-on)
- Personal expenses not mentioned above
- Alcoholic beverages
Not Allowed
- Pets
- Luggage or large bags
Why This Experience Stands Out
A Peaceful New Year’s Eve Escape
- Celebrate away from the city crowds in a tranquil desert oasis.
Michelin-Recognized Dining Experience
- Enjoy a specially curated Arabian buffet by the Michelin Bib Gourmand–honored Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant.
Midnight Fireworks in the Desert
- Welcome the New Year with an impressive fireworks show over the sand dunes.
Optional Overnight Desert Stay
- Extend your celebration with a private Bedouin tent stay, including breakfast the following morning.
Evening Schedule
Arrival at Al Marmoom Oasis Desert Camp
- Start your celebration with a warm Emirati welcome featuring Arabic coffee, dates, and local sweets, along with access to desert camp activities.
Traditional Bedouin Experiences
- Experience shisha, henna art, camel rides, falconry, and live cultural entertainment. Stargazing guests can admire the clear desert night sky.
Arabian BBQ Buffet Dinner
- Enjoy a festive New Year’s Eve buffet featuring live BBQ stations, traditional lamb Ouzi, and a variety of vegetarian options.
New Year Fireworks Celebration
- Mark the start of the New Year with a stunning fireworks display lighting up the desert sky.
Good to Know
- Guests must arrive at the designated meeting point, where 4WD vehicles will transfer them to the camp. Parking is available at the meeting point.
- Alcoholic beverages are not served or permitted at the camp.
- Large bags and luggage are not allowed.
- Overnight accommodation in a private Bedouin tent is optional and available as an upgrade.
- For options including hotel transfers, some roads may be closed on New Year’s Eve, and alternative nearby pickup points may be arranged.
Meeting Point
- Guests will be picked up from the designated meeting point and transferred to the camp in 4WD vehicles. Parking for private cars is available. (Google Maps)