Morning Desert Safari with Camel Farm Visit & Sandboarding

Morning Drive to the Desert

6am onwards

Start with a relaxing drive in an air-conditioned vehicle from your place of accommodation into the desert. While desert safaris may be more popular in the evening, you'll see a different and lesser-seen side of the Middle Eastern desert during the mornings. Let the glimmering morning sands be your ideal wake-up call on this safari.

Enjoy Desert Activities: Sandboarding and Dune Bashing

7am onwards

Once you enter the desert, you'll get plenty of opportunities to capture the beauty of the landscape at various spots. Slide down the silky soft sands during an exhilarating sandboarding session.

Experience 20-30 mins of dune bashing - a classic desert safari experience you don't want to miss! Ever visited a camel farm? Go to one during this safari.

Head to the Campsite for Camel Riding

9am onwards

Next, drive to your desert campsite to unwind. You can go for a desert safari camel ride here and experience the sun and sand more traditionally. Sample some shisha, and sit back and sip on some delicious Emirati coffee called gahwa locally.

Get a Hassle-Free Drop-Off

Return to the city in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.

Note: The timings mentioned depend on various factors and may differ slightly on the day of your safari.

Morning Desert Safari with Camel Farm Visit & Sandboarding

Discover the thrill of a morning desert safari in Abu Dhabi, an exciting journey that includes sandboarding and camel farm visits among other activities. This budget-friendly tour offers a comprehensive experience covering essential elements such as dune bashing, camel riding, shisha smoking, and Arabic coffee tasting. The adventure begins with a smooth pick-up from your hotel or accommodation at 6:00 AM in an air-conditioned vehicle, ensuring comfort throughout the journey to the desert campsite. You will spend approximately two hours exploring the sand dunes, engaging in thrilling activities like sandboarding down steep slopes and experiencing the adrenaline rush of dune bashing. The tour also includes a visit to a local camel farm where you can interact with these gentle animals and learn about their significance in Arabian culture. Enjoy welcome refreshments at the desert campsite, which is equipped with comfortable seating areas for relaxation. Guests will spend around 30 minutes here before heading back to the city by 10:00 AM. This tour offers guided commentary in English and Arabic, catering to a wide audience of travelers seeking an immersive desert experience. With its unique combination of adventure and cultural immersion, this morning desert safari is perfect for those looking to maximize their time while enjoying the best that Abu Dhabi's deserts have to offer.

Experience Sand Dunes During Exciting Dune Bashing

Your tour stops at the vast sand dunes where you will experience the thrill of dune bashing. These towering formations, reaching up to 10 meters in height, are located within the Liwa Desert region and provide a dramatic backdrop for this adrenaline-pumping activity. The dunes cover an area of approximately 45 square kilometers, offering endless opportunities for exploration and adventure. Participants spend about 30 minutes navigating these sand waves, feeling the vehicle's wheels sink into soft sands as it climbs steep inclines and speeds down slopes at exhilarating rates. This unique experience sets Abu Dhabi apart from other desert destinations by providing a firsthand encounter with the raw power of nature’s forces. Dune bashing is not only thrilling but also educational, allowing visitors to understand the dynamics of sand dunes and their formation over millennia.

Visit Local Camel Farm for Cultural Insights

Your tour stops at the local camel farm where you can interact with these iconic animals up close. Established in 1985, this farm covers an area of about 20 acres and is dedicated to breeding and raising camels for both racing and dairy purposes. Visitors will spend around 45 minutes here, learning about the importance of camels in Arabian culture through guided tours led by knowledgeable staff members who provide information on camel care practices and their historical significance. The farm houses over 100 camels and offers visitors a chance to ride these gentle giants across designated tracks within the facility. This experience is unique compared to other desert attractions as it combines hands-on interaction with educational insights into traditional Arabian lifestyles.

Tour Highlights

• Sandboarding at Liwa Desert
• Dune bashing for 30 minutes
• Guided commentary in English and Arabic
• Camel riding experience at local farm
• Welcome refreshments at desert campsite
• Shisha smoking session with Arabic coffee tasting
• Air-conditioned vehicle pick-up from hotels
• Comfortable seating areas for relaxation

Perfect for adventure seekers, culture enthusiasts, and families, this morning desert safari provides a unique blend of adrenaline-fueled activities and cultural immersion. The two-hour format allows you to sandboard down steep slopes at Liwa Desert, dune bash across towering sand waves, and ride camels at the local farm, giving you an unforgettable taste of Abu Dhabi's deserts while enjoying guided commentary in English and Arabic.