Explore Abu Dhabi with a desert safari including camel riding, sandboarding, and a BBQ dinner under the stars, Air-conditioned 4WD vehicle ride to the Abu Dhabi desert with a stop at a camel farm, Thrilling dune bashing and sandboarding on Abu Dhabi’s golden desert dunes, Traditional Bedouin desert camp experience with Arabic coffee and dates, Cultural activities at Bedouin camp including henna painting, shisha smoking, camel rides, and Arabian costume photos, Live Tanoura and belly dancing performances at the desert camp, Open-buffet BBQ dinner with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options under the Abu Dhabi desert sky, Stargazing under the Abu Dhabi desert sky before returning to the city, Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned 4x4, Short camel ride across Abu Dhabi's golden desert sand, Sunset photo opportunity over the stunning Abu Dhabi desert landscape, Welcome drinks, henna painting, and cultural activities at the Bedouin camp, Unlimited water and soft drinks provided during the Abu Dhabi desert safari, Open-buffet BBQ dinner with various vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, Optional quad biking and snacks available
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Abu Dhabi: Desert Safari with BBQ, Camel Ride & Sandboarding

Operating since 2010Last booked 11 hours ago

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About this experience

Discover the magic of the Abu Dhabi desert on this exciting safari adventure. Ride across golden dunes in a 4x4, try sandboarding, and enjoy a short camel ride for the perfect desert experience. Visit a Bedouin-style camp where Arabic coffee, henna art, and traditional entertainment await. Savor a delicious BBQ dinner under the stars before returning to your hotel with memories of an unforgettable Arabian night.

Why travellers choose this experience

What makes this trip worth booking?

Premium experiences. Authentic moments. Unmatched value.

4x4 Hotel Pickup

4x4 Hotel Pickup

Sit back and enjoy a comfortable transfer to the desert

Traditional Welcome

Traditional Welcome

Welcome with Arabic coffee, dates, and true Bedouin warmth.

Sunset Moments

Sunset Moments

Capture breathtaking pictures against golden desert dunes.

Cultural Activities

Cultural Activities

Henna art, shisha, and traditional attire photos.

Your trip, hour by hour

  1. Pick-up & Ride to the Desert

    Experience the best of the desert with an air-conditioned 4WD vehicle journey, including a camel farm exploration and close encounters with the animals.

  2. Dune Bashing & Sandboarding

    Experience the best of the desert with dune bashing and sandboarding adventures, featuring experienced drivers accelerating and basing dunes and sandboards for a thrilling ride.

  3. Bedouin Desert Camp

    Experience Bedouin Camp hospitality, Arabic coffee golden dunes photography, cultural activities like henna painting & camel rides, and try shisha smoking for an Arabian makeover.

  4. BBQ Dinner and Entertainment Activities

    Camp nighttime offers unique flavors, Bedouin entertainment and BBQ feast, culminating in a delicious vegetarian and non-vegetarian meal.

  5. Drop off

    Mark your day complete when we drop you back at the hotel.

Inclusions

What’s included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation by air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle
  • Cold mineral water in the vehicle during the transfer
  • English professional licensed driver
  • Dune bashing
  • Sandboarding activity
  • Welcome drinks
  • Henna painting
  • Short Camel ride (can be repeated)
  • Sunset photo stop
  • Shisha smoking
  • Traditional dance show
  • Unlimited water and soft drinks
  • Open-buffet BBQ dinner with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options

Not included

  • Quad bike/dune buggy ride (Optional)
  • Snacks
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Tipping (Not mandatory)
  • Any other expenses not mentioned above.

Good to know

  • It is recommended not to eat 2-3 hours before the safari trip to avoid any sickness during the dune bashing · Please note that if your skin is sensitive to henna, it is advised not to do it · By participating, you acknowledge and accept that some activities involve inherent risks and unforeseen incidents, and adequate travel and health insurance is strongly recommended for your safety and financial protection. · Helmets & safety gear are highly recommended where applicable, and participation is entirely at your own risk, the company will not be responsible for any accidents, damage, loss, or death from these activities · Recommended Age for Self-Driving Activities:: Sandboarding: 12-50 years, Quad Biking: 16–50 years · Animal-related activities (company not responsible for uncontrollable natural behaviour of animals):: Camel Ride (Recommended age: 12–50 years), Falcon, Horse Riding

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat
  • Sunscreen

Not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags

Not suitable for

  • Children under 3 years
  • Pregnant women
  • Wheelchair users
  • People with back problems
  • People with heart problems

4,871 verified reviews

4.9
4,871 reviews
Guide5.00
Food4.82
Pickup4.88
Value4.85

Guest

December 2025 · Family

Good and thoughtful tour guide and driver. Overall unforgettable and very nice experience today for my family.

Guest

December 2025 · Couple

I really liked the trip. Well organised . Miguel is a good guide.

Guest

November 2025 · Couple

Perfect!everything was perfect! the guides were super friendly. especially mr khan

Guest

November 2025 · Friends

Awesome, and the guide is very passion

Guest

November 2025 · Family

It was great, thank you x

Guest

September 2025 · Family

It was very nice. I dont have anything negative to say. We have enjoy a lot the experience

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