Day Trips

Abu Dhabi: Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride & Sandboarding

Experience an Abu Dhabi desert safari with 4X4 dune bashing, camel rides, BBQ dinner, live performances, and cultural activities at a stunning desert camp.

Roar through shifting golden dunes on a 4X4 Land Cruiser, a thrilling ride that immerses you in the ever-changing desert landscape.

Step into a serene Arabian desert camp, where glowing lanterns, Arabic tea, and sweet dates welcome you into a tranquil, traditional oasis.

Ride gentle camels, try henna art, and dress in traditional Emirati attire, capturing the beauty of desert culture in photos.

Marvel at belly dancers, whirling Tanoura performances, and fiery stunts under a starlit sky, as the desert night comes alive with energy.

Relish a lavish BBQ buffet featuring smoky meats, fragrant rice, and fresh salads, paired with unlimited soft drinks, tea, and water.

6-hour Abu Dhabi evening desert safari experience

Round-trip shared transfers from Abu Dhabi city center

BBQ Dinner

4×4 dune bashing

Camel riding

Sandboarding

Henna tattoo

Belly dancing, fire show, and tanoura dance

Arabic tea, coffee, and dates

Water and unlimited soft drinks at camp

Alcoholic beverages (available for purchase onsite)

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Benjamin B
Couple
Verified booking
Sep 2025
Highly recommended entertaining excursion. Food and dance performances also better than expected. Distance oneway about 90 kilometers. Amir was a great driver in the dunes.
Gert M
Group
Verified booking
Sep 2025
Pick up was very punctual and overall there was good communication. The trip in the desert was average, I have experienced it better but also worse. The program was rather an economy variant due to the few participants. What was positive was that the food on offer was very good. It was also good that we were not forced to give a five-star rating. Other organizers do this in order to achieve their 4.8+ rating. Overall a good provider!
Sabatino A
Couple
Verified booking
Aug 2025
It was all beautiful great temperature even in August great drivers made us have fun congratulations it is a must experience for those who come to abudhabi
Tyrone R
Group
Verified booking
Oct 2025
Munawar S
Group
Verified booking
Sep 2025

A desert adventure you don't want to miss

As the sun dips below the horizon, transforming the desert into a palette of warm golds and soft purples, your adventure begins with hotel pickups in Abu Dhabi. Climbing aboard a powerful 4X4 Land Cruiser, you’ll embark on a thrilling dune-bashing journey. The rush of the ride, the soft hiss of the sand, and the mesmerizing views of endless dunes create a sense of freedom that’s hard to describe. Every crest and dip brings a new perspective of the desert’s vast beauty, leaving you breathless and exhilarated.

Experience the desert as the Bedouins did

Arriving at the traditional desert camp, you’re greeted with warm smiles, aromatic Arabic tea, and sweet dates—a taste of authentic Emirati hospitality. The camp, adorned with colorful rugs and lanterns, invites you to slow down and soak in the enchanting surroundings. Gentle camels wait patiently to take you for a ride, their slow, swaying gait offering a calming contrast to the earlier thrills. Artists skillfully decorate hands with intricate henna designs, and traditional attire lets you step into the spirit of the desert.

Adventure awaits

As night falls, the camp transforms into a stage of wonder. Whirling Tanoura dancers, graceful belly dancers, and fiery stunts light up the evening, their energy amplified by the starry expanse above. The air fills with the scent of sizzling meats as the BBQ buffet begins. Smoky skewers, spiced rice, and fresh salads tempt your taste buds, while soft drinks, tea, and water keep you refreshed.

From the adrenaline of the dunes to the serenity of the camp, this desert safari offers a sensory-rich journey through adventure, culture, and unforgettable memories.

What to bring

Have your ID ready for a seamless experience.

Pack your meds – better to be prepared, just in case they’re not available onsite.

Bring local currency or your preferred payment method for meals, souvenirs, and extra delights not covered by the ticket.

What's not allowed

Smoking and alcohol consumption or carrying is strictly prohibited.

Photography of military and police installations and other government agencies is strictly prohibited.

Photographing local ladies is not permitted.

During the month of Ramadan, the following activities will not be operational: belly dance, liquor won't be served, and no entertainment activities.

Accessibility

Your safety comes first so visitors with cardiac issues, pregnant people, and people with sensitive ailments are restricted from participating in this experience.

Additional information

The maximum seating capacity in any Land Cruiser is six people. Seating will be provided on a sharing basis.

As per UAE law, children under 3 years must use a child seat, which will be provided by the operator.

Comfortable clothing on the warmer side is recommended during the winter months between October and March.

Children must be supervised by their parent or guardian at all times in the desert camp.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Hotel transfers

This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs.

In the next step of booking, please specify the name and address of your hotel.

This is applicable to all hotels in Abu Dhabi city center.

On the day of your tour, please report at your hotel lobby 10-15 min prior to your scheduled departure.

If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of the hotel.