Evening Desert Camp Safari with Quad Bike Ride Abu Dhabi
- Duration6 hours
- Daily
- Group
- Pickup available
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Overview
Trade the city lights for the dunes on this evening desert safari from Abu Dhabi. Our 4x4 collects you from your hotel, a mall, the cruise terminal or the airport in the afternoon and heads into the golden desert for an exciting dune-bashing drive. You visit a camel farm, watch the sun set over the sand, ride a quad bike for 10 minutes and try sandboarding before arriving at a traditional desert camp. There you can ride a camel, get a henna design, pose in traditional dress and with a falcon, sip Arabic coffee with dates, and enjoy a BBQ dinner with Tanoura and belly dance shows under the stars. This shared safari lasts about 6 hours and suits couples, friends and families with children over 3.
Highlights
- Dune bashing in a 4x4 across the golden dunes of Abu Dhabi
- 10-minute quad bike ride and sandboarding on the dunes
- Visit to a camel farm and a camel ride at the camp
- Sunset photo stop over the open desert
- Henna painting, traditional dress and falcon photos
- Arabic coffee, tea, soft drinks and dates on arrival
- BBQ dinner with Tanoura and belly dance shows, then stargazing
- Pickup by 4x4 from hotels, malls, the cruise terminal or the airport in Abu Dhabi
Full Description
Dune Bashing in the Abu Dhabi Desert
Beyond the last suburbs of the capital, the land gives way to wave after wave of red and golden dunes. This is where the Abu Dhabi desert safari begins: your driver lowers the tyre pressure and takes the 4x4 up, over and along the crests in a roller-coaster ride known as dune bashing, with the sand spraying around the windows.
The drivers are experienced and the vehicles are fully insured and fitted with roll cages, seat belts, GPS and first aid kits. The ride lasts around 30 to 45 minutes with photo stops on top of the dunes, where the silence and the endless views are as memorable as the thrill. If you are sensitive to motion, sit in the front and tell the driver, who can keep the pace gentler.
Camel Farm, Sunset and Quad Biking
On the way the safari stops at a camel farm, where herds are raised for racing, milk and breeding. It is a chance to see the animals up close in their everyday setting and learn why the camel has been at the heart of Emirati desert life for centuries.
As the sun gets lower, you stop on a high dune to watch it set over the desert, the best time of day for photos. Then it is your turn to drive: a 10-minute quad bike ride on the soft sand, followed by sandboarding down the slopes. The quad ride is at your own responsibility, so follow the instructions and ride at a comfortable speed.
The Traditional Desert Camp
Your evening continues at a traditional Arabian desert camp, laid out with carpets, cushions and low tables around a central stage, lit by lanterns as night falls. You are welcomed with Arabic coffee, the lightly spiced gahwa poured from a brass pot, along with tea, dates and soft drinks.
The camp is full of things to try: a short camel ride around the camp, a henna design painted on your hand, photos in traditional Emirati dress and with a trained falcon, the national bird of the UAE. Shisha is available for those who wish. It is a relaxed, sociable place where families and friends spend the evening at their own pace.
BBQ Dinner, Shows and Stargazing
Dinner is a traditional Arabic BBQ served at the camp, a hearty meal after an evening in the dunes. Meanwhile the stage comes alive with a Tanoura performance, in which the dancer spins for minutes on end in a whirl of coloured skirts, and a belly dance show. During Islamic holidays the dance performances are not held.
When the shows end, the lights are dimmed for a few minutes of stargazing, sitting quietly in the dark desert, far from the city glow. On a clear night the sky is full of stars and constellations. Afterwards the 4x4 drives you back to your hotel or drop-off point in Abu Dhabi, completing an experience of about 6 hours.
Itinerary
- Pickup in Abu DhabiOur 4x4 collects you from your hotel, a mall, the cruise terminal or the airport from around 15:00.
- Dune bashingThrilling 4x4 drive over the dunes with photo stops; about 30 to 45 minutes.
- Camel farm and sunsetVisit a camel farm and stop on the dunes to watch the sun set.
- Quad bike and sandboardingRide a quad bike for 10 minutes and try sandboarding.
- Desert camp activitiesArabic coffee and dates, camel ride, henna, traditional dress and falcon photos.
- BBQ dinner and showsBBQ dinner with Tanoura and belly dance performances, followed by stargazing.
- Return to Abu DhabiDrive back to your drop-off point; the safari lasts about 6 hours.
What's included
- Pickup and drop-off by 4x4 from hotels, malls, the cruise terminal or the airport in Abu Dhabi
- Dune drive and dune bashing
- Camel farm visit and sunset stop
- Quad bike ride (10 minutes) and sandboarding
- Camel ride, henna, traditional dress and falcon photos
- Arabic coffee, tea, soft drinks and dates
- BBQ dinner
- Tanoura and belly dance shows, shisha and stargazing
Not included
- Personal expenses
- Tips
Is this right for you?
Great for
- Families with children — a child price for ages 3–11
- Travellers without a car — hotel pickup is included
- Nature and wildlife lovers
- Food lovers
Think twice if
- You want a private tour — this one is shared with other travellers
- Walking is difficult for you — expect active parts
- You travel with young children
Not suitable for
- Pregnant women
- Infants and children under 3
- People with back, neck or heart problems
Meeting point
Our 4x4 picks you up from your hotel, a mall, the cruise terminal or the airport in Abu Dhabi from around 15:00; we confirm the exact pickup time after booking. Drop-off is at the same place at the end of the evening.
Important information
- Bring your passport or ID card
- Wear comfortable, loose clothes and shoes or sandals; a light sweater is useful in winter evenings
- Bring a hat, sunscreen and your camera
- Luggage and large bags are not allowed in the vehicles
- Children aged 4 to 12 must be accompanied by an adult; under-3s, pregnant women and people with back, neck or heart problems cannot join
- The quad bike ride is at your own responsibility; follow the instructions of the staff
- Dance shows are not held during Islamic holidays
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
Is this a shared or a private experience?
It is a shared desert safari: you ride in a 4x4 with other travellers and spend the evening at a shared desert camp.
How long does the Abu Dhabi desert safari take?
About 5 to 6 hours, starting with pickup around 15:00 and returning in the evening.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes. Pickup and drop-off by 4x4 are included from hotels, malls, the cruise terminal and the airport in Abu Dhabi.
What is included?
Dune bashing, a camel farm visit, sunset stop, 10-minute quad bike ride, sandboarding, camel ride, henna, traditional dress and falcon photos, Arabic coffee, tea, soft drinks and dates, BBQ dinner, Tanoura and belly dance shows, shisha and stargazing.
Is the price per person or per group?
The price is per person. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for your date.
Is the food halal?
Yes. Meat served in the UAE is halal.
Is it suitable for children?
Children from 4 years old can join with an adult. Infants and children under 3 are not allowed for safety reasons.
Is dune bashing safe?
Yes. Drivers are experienced and vehicles have roll cages, seat belts, GPS and first aid kits. People with back, neck or heart problems and pregnant women should not take part.
What should I wear?
Loose, comfortable clothes, sandals or comfortable shoes, and a light sweater in winter, as desert evenings can be cool.
What is the best time of year for a desert safari in Abu Dhabi?
October to April offers the most pleasant temperatures. Summer safaris still run, with cooler evenings at the camp.
How do I book and confirm?
Choose your date in the booking panel and send your request. Our team confirms on WhatsApp within minutes and shares your pickup time.
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