4x4 vehicles driving on sand dunes during Abu Dhabi desert safari.
Camel ride in Abu Dhabi desert with tourists enjoying the safari experience.
Child sandboarding down a dune during Abu Dhabi desert safari.
Traditional meal served during Abu Dhabi desert safari with rice, salad, and grilled meat.
BBQ skewers on a grill during Abu Dhabi desert safari.
Falcon perched on a handler's glove during Abu Dhabi desert safari.
Couple enjoying hookah during Abu Dhabi desert safari.

Abu Dhabi Premium Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride and Sandboarding

Abu Dhabi
Desert Safari
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Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

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Hotel pickup includes a stop at a working Emirati camel farm en route, a breeding and racing operation, not a tourist pen at the camp.

A dedicated sunset photo stop is timed into the route, your driver pauses at a high dune crest during golden hour before reaching camp.

Camel rides at camp can be repeated (recommended age 12-50), unlike most evening safaris, where a single circuit is standard.

Henna painting, shisha, a falcon display, and a traditional dance show are all included alongside the open BBQ buffet with vegetarian options.

Quad biking is available at camp as an optional add-on; and opt for a private safari for transfers and dune bashing just for your group.

Duration: Evening, 6 to 7 hours

Transport: Shared or private AC 4x4 pickup and drop-off (option-based), cold water provided in vehicle

En route: Working Emirati camel farm visit

Dune bashing: 4x4 ride across Al Khatim Desert dunes

Sunset stop: Dedicated photo stop at dune crest during golden hour

Activities: Repeatable camel ride, sandboarding, henna painting, shisha, falconry display

Refreshments: Welcome drinks, unlimited soft drinks and water

Dinner: Halal open BBQ buffet (veg and non-veg options)

Camp entertainment: Traditional dance show

Optional add-on: Quad biking (ages 18-50)

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4x4 vehicles driving on sand dunes during Abu Dhabi desert safari.

4x4 vehicles driving on sand dunes during Abu Dhabi desert safari.

Experience the thrill of Abu Dhabi's desert safari with a mix of adventure and culture.

Getting started

Your journey begins with a convenient hotel pickup in an air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle, ensuring a comfortable ride to the desert.

What to expect

  • Dune Bashing: Feel the adrenaline rush as your skilled driver navigates the towering sand dunes, offering a thrilling ride through the desert landscape.

  • Sandboarding: Try your hand at sandboarding, gliding down the dunes for an exhilarating experience. Learn the basics of sandboarding from your guide.

  • Cultural Activities: Immerse yourself in local traditions with activities like henna painting and shisha smoking. Get a henna tattoo as a souvenir of your desert adventure. Relax and enjoy smoking a shisha pipe in the desert camp.

  • BBQ Dinner: Savor a delicious open-buffet BBQ dinner with a variety of dishes to choose from. Enjoy a selection of vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. Indulge in Arabian kebabs and Arabic salads.

  • Traditional Dance Show: End your evening with a captivating traditional dance show under the starlit sky. Watch skilled performers showcase traditional dances. Feel the rhythm and energy of the cultural performance.

Camel ride in Abu Dhabi desert with tourists enjoying the safari experience.

Camel ride in Abu Dhabi desert with tourists enjoying the safari experience.

Child sandboarding down a dune during Abu Dhabi desert safari.

Child sandboarding down a dune during Abu Dhabi desert safari.

Traditional meal served during Abu Dhabi desert safari with rice, salad, and grilled meat.

Traditional meal served during Abu Dhabi desert safari with rice, salad, and grilled meat.

What to bring

  • Bring a small backpack for personal items.

  • Wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes.

Accessibility

  • This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

  • Children under 3 years, pregnant women, and people with back problems are not allowed.

What’s not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags are not allowed.

Additional information

  • It is recommended not to eat 2-3 hours before the safari trip to avoid any sickness during the dune bashing.

  • Traditional dance shows will not be available during Ramadan or on any special Islamic days.

  • Helmets & safety gear are highly recommended where applicable, and participation is entirely at your own risk.

  • Recommended age for self-driving activities: sandboarding (12–50 years) and quad biking (16–50 years); for animal-related activities, camel rides are recommended for ages 12–50 years, with no liability for unpredictable animal behavior.

BBQ skewers on a grill during Abu Dhabi desert safari.

BBQ skewers on a grill during Abu Dhabi desert safari.

Falcon perched on a handler's glove during Abu Dhabi desert safari.

Falcon perched on a handler's glove during Abu Dhabi desert safari.

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FAQs

This experience is not wheelchair accessible. Children under 3 years, pregnant women, and people with back problems are not allowed.
Bring a small backpack for personal items. Wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes.
Luggage or large bags are not allowed.
It is recommended not to eat 2-3 hours before the safari trip to avoid any sickness during the dune bashing. Traditional dance shows will not be available during Ramadan or on any special Islamic days. Helmets & safety gear are highly recommended where applicable, and participation is entirely at your own risk. Recommended age for self-driving activities: sandboarding (12–50 years) and quad biking (16–50 years); for animal-related activities, camel rides are recommended for ages 12–50 years, with no liability for unpredictable animal behavior.

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