Viral video: Two women stranded in Dubai's desert try to book a car via Uber. What happens next will leave you stunned

Dubai is well-known for its towering skyscrapers, futuristic architecture, or luxury lifestyle. Now, adding to its unique offerings, a video circulating on Instagram has captured the attention of social media users, which shows two women, stranded in the middle of a desert in Dubai, using the Uber app to get a car, only to be shocked by an unexpected option- a camel. Yes, you read that right.

The video purportedly captured at Al Badayer along the Dubai-Hatta Road, shows the women's astonishment as they come across options to order not just ATVs but also a camel via the popular ride-hailing app. The video has managed to capture the reaction of the women as they encounter this quirky option for transportation.



However, Economic Times cannot independently verify the authenticity of the video or the situation described in the post.

Woman orders Camel via Uber

In the viral video, one of the women reveals that they are lost in the desert, prompting them to use the Uber app. They were left shocked when they discovered the probability of calling a camel for transportation.

Not just this, moments later, a man appears with a camel, leaving the women stunned and amused. One of the women may be heard expressing surprise at their situation: "We got lost and ordered a camel."

How netizens reacted

The video, shared by the Instagram account Jetset Dubai, has quickly gone viral, amassing over three million views and generating a flurry of reactions. While many were entertained by the whimsical nature of the situation, others were more sceptical about its authenticity.

"For safety reasons make sure to check the number plate tho," a user quipped. "I hope you put 5 star reviews on Uber for him," wrote another.

One user commented, “Only in Dubai can you order a camel like it's no big deal!" Another said, “This has to be staged, right? It’s too good to be true!” Yet, not all reactions were sceptical.

“I love how anything is possible in Dubai,” a third user said, adding a sense of admiration for the city's endless surprises. Meanwhile, another commenter jokingly asked, "Do they accept tips in dates?"

Another user joked, “Next time I’m ordering a flying carpet,” while some questioned the authenticity: “I need to see this in real life to believe it.” Others simply found it hilarious, as one person stated, “This is why I love Dubai—always full of surprises!”