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Private Al Khatim Desert BBQ Dinner with Dune Bashing & Hotel Transfers
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Highlights

  • Your group has the full 4x4 Land Cruiser to yourselves with no other guests in the vehicle for the entire 6-8 hour evening.
  • Tell your driver your dune bashing intensity preference before starting, as private bookings give full flexibility on pace and style.
  • All evening safari activities are included: camel rides, sandboarding, henna painting, falconry display, and halal BBQ buffet.
  • Camp activities like tanoura dancing, fire show, and the BBQ area are shared with other guests; the vehicle and desert time are exclusively yours.
  • Add quad biking at camp for any rider aged 18 or over, paid separately at checkout for an extra adrenaline session on the marked track.

Your Experience

Experience a private desert safari with thrilling dune bashing and a BBQ dinner under the stars.

Getting started

Your adventure begins with a convenient round-trip transfer from your hotel in a private 4X4 AC Land Cruiser. Enjoy the comfort and exclusivity of traveling with a small group of up to 6 guests.

What to expect

  • Dune Bashing Experience the thrill of dune bashing across the vast Al Khatim desert. Spot rare flora and fauna like the Arabian Oryx and Ghaf trees as you navigate the sandy terrain.

  • BBQ Dinner: Indulge in a torch-lit BBQ dinner under the starlit desert sky. Savor Middle Eastern delicacies such as hummus and kebabs, complemented by traditional Arabic coffee and dates.

  • Cultural Immersion: Immerse yourself in Arabic culture with a visit to a camel farm and enjoy stargazing in the serene desert environment.

Wrapping up

Your experience concludes with a comfortable transfer back to your hotel, leaving you with unforgettable memories of the desert.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • **Duration**: 6.5 hours (3pm-9:30pm) (subject to change due to sunset and pickup location)
  • **Transport**: Private AC 4x4 (Land Cruiser, Toyota Sequoia, or Nissan Patrol) exclusively for your group (up to 5 people)
  • **Dune bashing**: 4x4 ride across Al Khatim Desert dunes
  • **Activities**: Camel ride, camel farm visit, photo stop in the dunes, sandboarding, henna painting, falconry display, photo with a falcon (subject to availability), shisha, try on traditional attire, stargazing
  • **Refreshments**: Arabic coffee and dates, unlimited tea, soft drinks and water
  • **Dinner**: Halal BBQ buffet (veg and non-veg options)
  • **Camp entertainment**: Tanoura dance, fire show, belly dance
  • **Optional add-on:** Quad biking on marked desert track (min age 18)
  • Alcohol
  • Overnight stay
  • Personal expenses

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

Bring a valid photo ID for verification. Wear comfortable clothing suitable for desert conditions.

This experience is not accessible for pregnant women and people with heart problems and other sensitive ailments.

Alcoholic drinks are not included in the experience.

The tour can accommodate a maximum of 6 people in 1 group. Please note that pickup is available from major hotels in Abu Dhabi only. The camp is located in the Al Khatim Desert, en-route to Al Ain (Abu Dhabi). Children under 12 years must have their own seat as per safety regulations. Children under 4 years must use a child seat and will be charged the child rate.

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