15 BBQ Cruises Worldwide That Earn the Upgrade

1.Dubai Marina: Luxury Yacht Tour with Breakfast or BBQ Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 21,528 reviews · 1 - 3 hours · from $15Our pick

Join Xclusive Yachts for a shared cruise from Dubai Marina, with one-hour sightseeing, breakfast sailings, or two to three-hour BBQ trips. You will see Ain Dubai, JBR, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, and Burj Al Arab from the water. Guides such as Eidanwar and Alam have helped make the outing lively and personal.

“The experience was simply amazing – the views were unbelievably beautiful, the food was delicious, and the staff were very attentive, constantly checking if everything was okay. The boat was clean and well-maintained. I highly, highly recommend it – it was a wonderful experience for a very reasonable price!”

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2.Dubai: The Luxury Yacht Tour with Live BBQ Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 13,665 reviews · from $19

Join Sky Walker Yachts at Dubai Harbour for a shared cruise past Bluewaters Island, Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab, JBR, and royal palaces. Choose a one-hour marina ride or a two or three-hour sailing with BBQ, soft drinks, Wi-Fi, music, and GPS-triggered commentary.

“Its just perfect. Completely worth each and every penny given to it. The views were amazing in the Dubai Marina and one would love the view and the sea breeze which is only there in Marina. Would recommend it to everyone. Just go for it.”

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3.Dubai Premium Red Dunes Safari, Camels & 5* BBQ at Al Khayma camp

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12,388 reviews · from $75Top rated

Spend about seven hours in Lahbab’s red dunes with 4WD dune bashing, sandboarding, camel rides, falcon photos, Arabic coffee, henna, and a BBQ buffet at Al Khayma Camp. Guides such as Abid, Sunil, Rashid Mir, and Tofeeq Abbas are praised for safe driving and friendly service. ATVs cost extra.

“Addy was the best, we have a lot of fun, food was very good and he make sure we were always taking care of”

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4.Dubai: Desert Safari with VIP BBQ and Optional Quad Bike

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7,349 reviews · 4 - 7 hours · from $30

Choose a 4-hour desert run or a 7-hour evening with Al Lahbab dune bashing, sandboarding, sunset photos, camel rides, and camp shows. Guides such as Younas, Rizwan, Zain, and Babar are praised for safe driving and helpful service. Add a quad bike and private VIP table if you want more comfort.

“We had a great day full of fun, sand boarding, falcon holding, dune bashing, belly dance and bbq, our tour guide Muhammad ishtiaq was great- full of knowledge and we learned so many facts about Dubai and the UAE. Thank you Mohammad!”

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5.Premium Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner – Dubai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,547 reviews · from $36

Spend about six hours in Dubai’s desert with hotel pickup, a 4x4 dune ride near Lahbab, sunset views, camel riding, sandboarding, henna, shisha, and a BBQ buffet. The tour includes Arabic coffee, dates, live shows, and return transport in an air-conditioned vehicle.

“Jamel was a great driver, made us feel safe and was taking care of us during dinner. However, the camp for dinner was very disappointing: the infrastructure was poorly maintained and the food was very average.”

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6.Premium Dubai Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner in the Red Dunes

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,528 reviews · from $49

Spend about six hours outside Dubai in a shared air-conditioned 4x4. You’ll tackle 20 to 30 minutes of dune bashing, visit a camel farm, try sandboarding, watch sunset, and eat a BBQ buffet at a desert camp. Guides such as Chandu, Asif, Nasir, and Mustafa are praised for friendly service.

“We really enjoyed the Sand Dune experience. It was a lot of fun and everyone enjoyed themselves. It was the highlight of our trip to Dubai.”

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7.High Red Dunes with Camel Ride, Sandboarding, Falcon Show and VIP BBQ Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,453 reviews · from $80

Spend about seven hours with an English-speaking guide such as Iqbal, Hamid, or Ashraf, riding from Dubai to Lahbab for red-dune driving, sandboarding, sunset camel rides, falconry, henna, shows, and a BBQ buffet. Hotel transfers are included, while quad biking costs extra.

“Amazing! What an incredible experience. We would do this again in a heartbeat! It was a great day. Thank you!”

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8.Dubai: Premium Red Dune Safari with Sandboarding & BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,357 reviews · 5 - 7 hours · from $48

Ride Dubai’s red dunes in a 4WD, try sandboarding, pause for sunset photos, then enjoy a Bedouin-style camp with a short camel ride, henna, sheesha, BBQ, belly dancing, fire shows, and Tanoura. Hotel pickup is included, and guides such as Zeb and Sajeer are praised for friendly service.

“We had a great trip with Zeb as our guide. It was good value for money and Zeb was really accommodating and kind - made our experience even better. Would definitely recommend”

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9.Luxury Catamaran Cruise from Athens with Traditional Greek Meal and BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,346 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $205

Spend about five hours sailing from Alimos Marina along the Athens Riviera in a group of up to 10. Swim twice, use provided goggles and towels, and eat a Greek BBQ with salad, vegetables, shrimp saganaki, and more. Choose lunch or sunset dinner, with hotel pickup and return included.

“From start to finish, this catamaran experience in Athens was nothing short of magical. Captain Rhea and Raga were by far the best hosts I have ever encountered — so welcoming, attentive, and truly passionate about what they do. There were only five of us on board, which made the entire day feel intimate and special. We laughed, shared stories, and enjoyed the most delicious meal right on the boat. Raga prepared a beautiful spread, including BBQ chicken grilled fresh at sea — such an impressive and unforgettable touch. The drinks kept flowing, the atmosphere was relaxed and joyful, and every moment felt perfectly curated. The highlight for me was…”

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10.Klein Curacao Day Trip with Premium Open Bar and BBQ-Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,302 reviews · from $131

Sail from Jan Thiel to uninhabited Klein Curaçao aboard BlueFinn’s catamaran. You get about four hours on the island, snorkeling gear, a BBQ buffet, premium drinks, onboard toilets, and music on the return. Captain Max and the crew are known for keeping the day friendly and lively.

“The staff was amazing, especially with the lunch service and return trip dance party. My only quibble is some pastries or other light breakfast snack would be a good idea for the journey to Klein.”

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11.Protaras: Luxury Yacht Cruise with slide, BBQ Lunch & Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,227 reviews · 210 minutes - 5 hours · from $47

Cruise from Protaras on the St Georgios II, a family-friendly yacht with a giant sea slide, two swim stops, Cypriot lunch, and views of Varosha and Cape Greco. English, Greek, and Arabic are spoken, with written information on the cruise app.

“Highlight of our holiday. The boat was lovely. The scenery outstanding and the plentiful food was delicious. The slide into the sea was fun and we felt totally safe in the water. All the staff were helpful, informative and all was done with great humour. 10/10”

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12.Dubai Harbour Luxury Yacht Tour with BBQ & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,097 reviews · from $57

Cruise from Dubai Harbour on a shared yacht capped at 15 people. You’ll pass Dubai Marina, Bluewaters Island, Skydive Dubai, Palm Jumeirah, and the Burj Al Arab, with a breakfast or BBQ meal, drinks, onboard Wi-Fi, and voice-over commentary.

“Excellent Boat trip! The views were amazing and the boat itself was very nice and clean. Food was good and whole experience was the highlight of our day.”

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13.Yelapa Waterfall, BBQ at Exclusive Majahuitas Beach & Open bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 760 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $99

Spend about seven hours sailing from Puerto Mágico to Yelapa and Majahuitas. Walk through Yelapa to a waterfall, then snorkel, kayak, paddleboard, and eat a BBQ lunch at a private beach club. Guides such as Danny, Dani, and Poncho lead the lively boat crew.

“What a fun way to see the beaches and hidden gems outside the city. The crew was fun and attentive. My husband and I had a great time on the boat and during the activities.”

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14.Premium Evening Desert Safari, Quad Bike, Camel & VIP BBQ Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 612 reviews · from $48

Spend about seven hours in Dubai’s Lahbab desert with hotel pickup, red-dune dune bashing, quad biking, sandboarding, a short camel ride, henna, live shows, and BBQ dinner. Guides such as Sam, Salman, Jamshi, Umesh, and Babil Raj have earned strong praise for safety, photos, and friendly service.

“We had an amazing time! The desert safari was the highlight of our trip thus far. Sam our tour guide was awesome! He was kind, patient, friendly and ensured our safety the entire time.”

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15.Private Dubai 2 Hours Luxury Yacht Charter with BBQ Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 560 reviews

Take a private two-hour yacht cruise from Dubai Marina with a captain and two crew members. See Bluewaters Island, Ain Dubai, JBR, Palm Jumeirah, and Burj Al Arab. Non-alcoholic drinks are included, and you can add a barbecue cooked aboard your yacht.

“Fabulous early evening, cruise around the Palm Jumarria ! The staff and the captain were very hospitable, and the two hour cruise was breathtaking”

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