Abu Dhabi Desert Safari – Ultimate BBQ, Belly Dancing & Sandboarding Experience

Sightseeing and activities: Camel riding - Desert Safari - Dune Buggy - Henna Tattoo - Land Cruiser - Quad Bike - Sandboarding

Pick-up location

Abu Dhabi or from cruise terminal Abu Dhbai (Port Zayed)

Tour duration

6 hours

Private/Group

Both

Tour guide

English

Age

Daily

Von

AED 270

Pro Person

pick up time

You will receive a message via WhatsApp or email one day before the excursion.

Payment Details

In a group: 270 AED per person.
Private: 1300 AED per 4x4 vehicle.

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Abu Dhabi Desert Safari Experience

Discover the ultimate Abu Dhabi desert safari experience with an evening of dune bashing, camel riding, sandboarding and traditional Bedouin hospitality. This Abu Dhabi desert safari with BBQ and live entertainment combines adventure and culture in one unforgettable tour. Enjoy a thrilling drive across the dunes, relax at a desert camp with Arabic coffee and dates, and end the night with a delicious barbecue dinner, belly dancing and Tanoura show under the stars.

Desert Safari Highlight

Enjoy an authentic Abu Dhabi desert safari with dune bashing, camel riding and sandboarding in the golden dunes outside the city.
Marvel at a fantastic desert sunset between the dunes, a true highlight of any Abu Dhabi evening desert safari.
Experience thrilling dune bashing in a 4×4 Land Cruiser with an experienced, licensed driver.
Visit a traditional Bedouin-style desert camp and enjoy a barbecue dinner under the stars.
Admire a spectacular belly dancing show and colorful Tanoura dance, try on Arabian costumes and get a traditional henna tattoo.
You have the option to add even more adventure with a quad bike desert ride (30 minutes) for an additional charge.
Explore the desert from a different perspective on a relaxing camel ride, perfect for photos and families.

What to Expect

Explore the authentic side of the UAE with an action-packed Abu Dhabi desert safari. Your adventure begins with a thrilling drive over the sand dunes in a 4×4 Land Cruiser, followed by a visit to a camel farm, where you can see these iconic desert animals up close. Feel the excitement of dune bashing as your driver climbs and descends the dunes, then try sandboarding down the slopes for even more fun.

As the sun begins to set, you’ll stop on top of the dunes to enjoy a breathtaking desert sunset – one of the most memorable moments of any Abu Dhabi desert safari tour. Afterwards, you’ll continue to a traditional Bedouin-style camp, where an evening full of culture, entertainment and Arabian hospitality awaits.

At the camp, you can try henna painting, dress up in traditional Arabian costumes, relax with shisha, and enjoy Arabic coffee and dates – just as they have been served for centuries. A delicious barbecue buffet dinner is included, offering a variety of grilled meats, salads and side dishes.

To complete your Abu Dhabi desert safari with BBQ, you’ll be entertained by live shows, including a captivating belly dancing performance and a colorful Tanoura dance. Under the starry desert sky, this unforgettable evening combines adventure, culture and relaxation in one perfect desert experience.

Participants

Our Abu Dhabi desert safari is operated in Toyota Land Cruiser 4×4 vehicles and can host up to 6 participants per car. The tour price is calculated per participant. Children (3+) are welcome and count as participants.

What’s Included in Your Abu Dhabi Desert Safari

This Abu Dhabi desert safari with barbecue dinner includes:

Round trip transfer in an air-conditioned 4WD Land Cruiser.

Barbecue buffet dinner.

English-speaking licensed driver.

Dune bashing (driving across the dunes) in a 4WD vehicle.

Belly dancing show.

Tanura dance.

Camel riding.

Sandboarding.

Arabic tea, coffee, and dates.

Table water and soft drinks in the camp.

Henna painting– small design .

Shisha smoking.

Not suitable for

Pregnant women

People with back problems

People with mobility restrictions

People with heart problems

Meeting Point

Pickup is available either from your hotel lobby or at the Zayed Port terminal (Port Zayed).
Please be ready in the lobby of your accommodation at the agreed pickup time.

Tour duration

6 Hours

Pick up location

Pick-up can be arranged from your centrally located hotel or apartment in Abu Dhabi, or from the Abu Dhabi cruise terminal (Port Zayed).

Pick up time

You’ll receive it via WhatsApp or email one day before the excursion.

Payment

You can pay during the tour with Euros, US Dollars, British Pounds, or the local currency AED. Only cash payments are accepted; no credit cards! Cash withdrawals from ATMs with a credit card are possible.

You can pay during the tour in Euro, USD, Swiss Francs, or AED (local currency). If you pay in euros, USD, Pound Sterling, or Swiss francs, the amount will be converted into AED at the banks’ daily exchange rate.

Alternatively, you can pay in advance by bank transfer after receiving written confirmation by email.

Important information

What to bring

Long trousers.
Weather-appropriate clothing.
Closed shoes.
Comfortable shoes.
Sunglasses.
Sun hat.
Sun protection.
Jacket (winter time).
Long-sleeved shirt.

Please note

It is possible to do this tour privately.
It is recommended not to eat anything 2-3 hours before the safari to avoid nausea during dune bashing.
Please note that it is not advisable to use henna if your skin is sensitive to it.
Traditional dance shows are not offered during Ramadan or on special Islamic days according to UAE law. Dates may vary depending on UAE law and season.
Pregnant women and people with neck or back problems cannot participate in this activity.
Young children (under three years old) are not allowed in the vehicle during dune bashing. Parents are free to book a private tour and determine the difficulty of the dune bashing with the driver. This is the sole responsibility of the customer.
Light, comfortable clothing is recommended. Open shoes or sandals are best for walking on the sand. Please also bring sneakers for sandboarding.
The 4WD vehicles are fully insured and equipped with all necessary safety features such as roll bars, seat belts, a government tracker, GPS, GMS, and a first aid kit. However, the local operator does not accept any liability for physical or moral damage, loss, accident, illness, or any other type of injury, so please make sure you have international travel insurance
Please be aware that the pick-up and drop-off are already included in the tour duration stated.

Important information

Within 24 hours of your booking, we will automatically send you a written booking confirmation by email.
Please review the details carefully, especially the date and pick-up times.
Kindly respond to the email to confirm receipt of the confirmation and to verify that the details are accurate. Your reply will finalize the booking.
Payment for the tour is accepted in AED, Euro, or USD Dollars.
You can cancel this tour free of charge up to 48 hours before the start by sending a short email or making a call.
Any changes will be communicated to you via WhatsApp or email.