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Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari with 4x4 Dune Bashing, Camel Ride, & BBQ Dinner
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Highlights

  • Hotel pickup takes you 80km to Al Khatim Desert in under an hour, with drop-off back to your hotel after 10pm included.
  • Dune bashing in a licensed 4x4 is timed to reach the dunes 90 minutes before golden hour, the best photography window of the evening.
  • The Bedouin camp includes camel rides, sandboarding, henna painting, a falconry display, and shisha, all included.
  • The halal BBQ buffet covers hummus, kebabs, shish tawook, vegetarian biryani, baklava, and unlimited soft drinks, no extras needed.
  • Book a private vehicle for your group of up to 6, or add a quad biking session on the marked track for extra adrenaline.

Your Experience

Embark on a 6-hour desert adventure in Abu Dhabi, complete with cultural entertainment and a BBQ dinner.

Getting started

Your journey begins with a convenient pick-up from your location in a shared A/C vehicle. Enjoy a scenic drive to the desert, where your adventure awaits.

What to expect

  • Dune Bashing: Feel the adrenaline rush as you navigate the golden dunes in a 4x4 vehicle, expertly driven by a skilled driver.

  • Camel Rides: Experience a traditional camel ride, offering a unique perspective of the vast desert landscape.

  • Desert Camp: Arrive at a traditional desert camp where you can relax and enjoy a variety of activities.

  • Sandboarding: Glide down the dunes on a sandboard for an exhilarating experience.

  • Henna Painting: Adorn your hands with beautiful henna designs.

  • Falcon Photography: Capture memorable photos with a majestic falcon.

  • BBQ Dinner and Entertainment: Savor a delicious BBQ buffet dinner while enjoying live performances.

  • Belly Dance Show: Watch a captivating belly dance performance.

  • Tanoura Dance Show: Be mesmerized by the spinning Tanoura dancers.

  • Fire Dance Show: Witness the thrilling fire dance display.

Wrapping up

Conclude your evening with stargazing under the clear desert sky before being dropped off back at your location.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • **Duration**: 6-8 hours (pickup 2:30-3:30pm, return by 10:30pm)
  • **Transport**: Shared or private AC 4x4 pickup and drop-off (option based)
  • **Dune bashing**: 4x4 ride across Al Khatim Desert dunes
  • **Activities**: Camel ride, sandboarding, henna painting, falconry display, shisha
  • **Refreshments**: Arabic coffee and dates, unlimited soft drinks and water
  • **Dinner**: Halal BBQ buffet (veg and non-veg options) (menu here)
  • **Camp entertainment**: Tanoura dance, fire show
  • **Optional add-on**: Quad biking on marked desert track (min age 18)
  • Quad bike and buggy rental
  • Alcoholic drinks

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
  • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.

Booking FAQs

Wear comfortable, lightweight clothing suitable for warm weather. Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat to protect against the sun.

This experience is not wheelchair accessible due to the terrain.

This experience is not recommended for pregnant women, people with heart complaints, or serious medical conditions.

Quad bikes and buggies are not included but can be rented for an additional fee. The tour operates on a sharing basis with up to 5 persons per vehicle. Belly dance show is not available during Ramadan. Child rates apply to ages 0-12 years; children under 3 require a child seat.

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4.5 (11 reviews)

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