Abu Dhabi Desert safari with BBQ Dinner,Sandboarding & Camel ride

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99% of guests rated this experience 4 stars or higher

4.9 (67)

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4.9

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Recommended by 99% travellers

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4.9 (67)

Recommended by 99% travellers

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Location

Abu Dhabi

Duration

6 hours

Group size

Max 6 guests

Accessibility

Stroller Accessible

Language

English

Location

Abu Dhabi

Duration

6 hours

Group size

Max 6 guests

Accessibility

Stroller Accessible

Language

English

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4.9

•67 reviews

US$95.83 per guest

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Adult x1

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This Evening Desert Safari is unique because it combines thrilling adventure, authentic Emirati culture, and unforgettable entertainment into one experience. Unlike standard tours, it offers everything from dune bashing and sandboarding to camel riding and a visit to a traditional camel farm, giving travelers a true taste of desert life. At the camp, guests can enjoy Arabic coffee, tea, dates, and local hospitality, along with henna tattoos, falcon photos, and traditional UAE costumes. As night falls, the desert comes alive with a BBQ dinner under the stars and mesmerizing live shows, including belly dancing, Tanoura, and fire performances. End the evening relaxing with shisha and stargazing in the peaceful desert atmosphere. This experience offers the perfect mix of adventure, culture, and relaxation, making it one of the most complete and memorable ways to enjoy the magic of Abu Dhabi’s desert.

Pickup and drop-off by 4x4 Land Cruiser (around 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM)

BBQ dinner with live shows (belly dance, Tanoura, fire show, shisha & stargazing)

Falcon photos, traditional UAE costumes & henna tattoo

Water and soft drinks provided

Tea, coffee, Arabic coffee, and dates

Sandboarding activity

Dune bashing and photo stop at scenic viewpoints

Visit to a camel farm and camel riding experience

Alcoholic beverages

Alcoholic Beverages

Quad Bike (available for rents)

Your Abu Dhabi evening desert safari begins with a pickup around 3:00 PM by 4x4 Land Cruiser, driven by an experienced Marshal. Enjoy thrilling dune bashing across golden sands, followed by a photo stop at a scenic viewpoint to capture the desert’s beauty. Visit a camel farm and try sandboarding down soft dunes for an adrenaline-filled experience. Continue the adventure with a short camel ride, giving you a taste of traditional desert travel. At the camp, be welcomed with Arabic coffee, tea, dates, and refreshments. Meet a falcon for photos, dress in traditional Emirati costumes, and try a henna tattoo for a cultural touch. As evening falls, enjoy a BBQ dinner under the stars while watching live performances, including belly dancing, a Tanoura dance, and an exciting fire show. Relax with shisha in the lounge area and gaze at the starlit desert sky, ending your night in perfect tranquility. After an unforgettable evening, you’ll be dropped off around 9:00 PM.

MAIN

BBQ Dinner

BBQ, Rice, Hummus, Eggplant, Salad, Bread

Pickup Point

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Pickup Details

Anywhere in Abu Dhabi, including all hotels, Yas Island, Saadiyat Island, Reem Island, the port, shopping malls, port, airport and main landmarks

Start Time / Opening Hours

26/01/2020 - 04/10/2027

MONDAY

SUNDAY

08:30 - 21:00

Free cancellation

For experiences with opening hours, the cancellation deadline is 1 day before the earliest opening time on the scheduled date.

No refund within 1 day of the experience or no-shows.

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293jakuboFebruary 2026 • TripAdvisor

Simply AMAZING!

Absolutely amazing experience! I must strictly recommend PRIVATE TOUR to the desert, we was with BASITH and everything was amazing, thank you a lot for this! It is unforgettable memory!

Marwan KFebruary 2026 • TripAdvisor

Great experience

Had very good driver who was Shihab he helped with everything and made the trip fun. He is very helpful he facilitated the whole process from driving to avtivities.

quentina401February 2026 • TripAdvisor

One of a kind experience with the best driver around!

Amazing tour & adventure we would recommend 100%. Our driver Basith was top-notch, incredibly chill and laidback, and wonderfully skilled! You will have a lot of fun and feel extremely safe with him. He took us to a very nice and steep dune where we could do sandsurfing alone in the desert, without at all feeling hurried. Great experience overall! Thanks Basith!

904iqbalzOctober 2025 • TripAdvisor

Good experience

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Had an amazing experience with the Desert Safari! Everything was perfectly organized — from the dune bashing to the sunset views, it was unforgettable. Special thanks to our guide and driver, Basith, who made the trip extra special. He’s such a friendly, professional, and kind person — explained everything clearly and made sure we were comfortable and safe throughout the ride. Highly recommend this team for anyone planning a real desert adventure! 🌅🚙🐪

chrisZ5751ROOctober 2025 • TripAdvisor

Desert safari 2025

Great experience, Basith is very hospitable and accomodating. Show is perfect and the food also is great. I will definitely recommend to my friends and will definitely come back again.