Half-Day Desert Safari in Abu Dhabi with Entertainment & BBQ Dinner
Half-Day Desert Safari in Abu Dhabi with Entertainment & BBQ Dinner
Duration: 6.5 hours (approx.)
6.5 hours (approx.)
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
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Indulge in a luxurious desert safari by heading to Abu Dhabi during the day. Watch the sunset from the dunes, spend some time at a camel farm, and enjoy a traditional Arabic camp. Great For: Emirati Tradition Lovers | Premium Desert Ambiance | Desert Dune Wanderers
Hotel pickup takes you 80km to Al Khatim Desert in under an hour, with drop-off back to your hotel after 10pm included.
Dune bashing in a licensed 4x4 is timed to reach the dunes 90 minutes before golden hour, the best photography window of the evening.
The Bedouin camp includes camel rides, sandboarding, henna painting, a falconry display, and shisha, all included.
The halal BBQ buffet covers hummus, kebabs, shish tawook, vegetarian biryani, baklava, and unlimited soft drinks, no extras needed.
Book a private vehicle for your group of up to 6, or add a quad biking session on the marked track for extra adrenaline.
Duration: 6-8 hours (pickup 2:30-3:30pm, return by 10:30pm)
Transport: Shared or private AC 4x4 pickup and drop-off (option based)
Dune bashing: 4x4 ride across Al Khatim Desert dunes
Activities: Camel ride, sandboarding, henna painting, falconry display, shisha
Refreshments: Arabic coffee and dates, unlimited soft drinks and water
Dinner: Halal BBQ buffet (veg and non-veg options) (menu here)
Camp entertainment: Tanoura dance, fire show
Optional add-on: Quad biking on marked desert track (min age 18)
Quad bike and buggy rental
Alcoholic drinks
SUV driving through sand dunes during Abu Dhabi evening desert safari.
Embark on a 6-hour desert adventure in Abu Dhabi, complete with cultural entertainment and a BBQ dinner.
Getting started
Your journey begins with a convenient pick-up from your location in a shared A/C vehicle. Enjoy a scenic drive to the desert, where your adventure awaits.
What to expect
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Dune Bashing: Feel the adrenaline rush as you navigate the golden dunes in a 4x4 vehicle, expertly driven by a skilled driver.
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Camel Rides: Experience a traditional camel ride, offering a unique perspective of the vast desert landscape.
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Desert Camp: Arrive at a traditional desert camp where you can relax and enjoy a variety of activities.
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Sandboarding: Glide down the dunes on a sandboard for an exhilarating experience.
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Henna Painting: Adorn your hands with beautiful henna designs.
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Falcon Photography: Capture memorable photos with a majestic falcon.
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BBQ Dinner and Entertainment: Savor a delicious BBQ buffet dinner while enjoying live performances.
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Belly Dance Show: Watch a captivating belly dance performance.
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Tanoura Dance Show: Be mesmerized by the spinning Tanoura dancers.
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Fire Dance Show: Witness the thrilling fire dance display.
Wrapping up
Conclude your evening with stargazing under the clear desert sky before being dropped off back at your location.
Desert camp setup for Abu Dhabi evening safari with seating and stage.
Desert camp setup with red tents and seating area in Abu Dhabi for evening safari.
SUV driving through sand dunes during Abu Dhabi evening desert safari.
Desert camp setup for Abu Dhabi evening safari with seating and stage.
Desert camp setup with red tents and seating area in Abu Dhabi for evening safari.
SUV driving through sand dunes during Abu Dhabi desert safari.
What to bring
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Wear comfortable, lightweight clothing suitable for warm weather.
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Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat to protect against the sun.
Accessibility
- This experience is not wheelchair accessible due to the terrain.
What’s not allowed
- This experience is not recommended for pregnant women, people with heart complaints, or serious medical conditions.
Additional information
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Quad bikes and buggies are not included but can be rented for an additional fee.
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The tour operates on a sharing basis with up to 5 persons per vehicle.
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Belly dance show is not available during Ramadan.
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Child rates apply to ages 0-12 years; children under 3 require a child seat.
Traditional clothing fitting in a red tent during Abu Dhabi evening desert safari.
Belly dancer performing at Abu Dhabi evening desert safari.
SUV driving through sand dunes during Abu Dhabi desert safari.
Traditional clothing fitting in a red tent during Abu Dhabi evening desert safari.
Belly dancer performing at Abu Dhabi evening desert safari.
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