Half-Day Desert Safari from Abu Dhabi: Dune Bashing & Camp
Dune bashing at sunset, then camel rides, sand boarding and a belly dance show under the stars
A half-day desert safari from Abu Dhabi combines dune bashing in a 4x4 with camel riding, sand boarding and entertainment at a desert camp. Pickup and drop-off from Abu Dhabi hotels, shopping malls or the cruise terminal are included, along with BBQ dinner, coffee, tea and soft drinks. A live guide speaks English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and one additional language.
What’s included
- Hotel, shopping mall or cruise terminal pickup and drop-off.
- dune bashing in a 4x4.
- camel farm visit and camel riding.
- sand boarding.
- Arabic costume and falcon photo opportunity.
- belly dance show or fire show.
- Tannoura dance performance.
- BBQ buffet dinner with salads, hummus, muttabel, tabbouleh, Arabic salad, biryani rice, dal, mixed vegetables, umm ali and macaroni.
- unlimited tea, coffee and soft drinks.
- live guide in English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and one additional language.
Times
- Every day 15:00
Before you book
Operated by Desert Rose Tourism
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The experience
The day starts with pickup from your Abu Dhabi hotel, shopping mall or cruise terminal. A short drive takes you to the desert, where the real activity begins: dune bashing in a 4x4 vehicle, racing up and down the sand dunes as the light shifts across the landscape. This is the core of the experience. The vehicle does the work, but the sensation is entirely yours as the driver navigates the terrain.
At the desert camp, you move through a sequence of activities. Camel riding lets you experience the animal on its own terms. Sand boarding gives you a board and the slope to learn on. You can pose for pictures in traditional Arabic costume and with a falcon. The evening brings entertainment (a belly dance show or fire show, depending on the night), and a Tannoura dance performance. Throughout, tea, coffee and soft drinks are unlimited.
Dinner is a BBQ buffet served at camp, with salads, hummus, muttabel, tabbouleh, Arabic salad, biryani rice, dal, mixed vegetables, umm ali and macaroni. The whole experience runs six hours from pickup to drop-off, so if you have a free afternoon or a port day, the timing fits without eating into the rest of your day.
Is this one for you?You ride as a passenger during dune bashing and watch the entertainment at camp, so this suits anyone with moderate fitness who wants the desert experience without driving or learning new skills yourself. The guide and the vehicle do the work, and you show up for the moments.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 9 years); Infant (under 4): free.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
What exactly is dune bashing, and will I be driving or just riding along?
Dune bashing is the 4x4 vehicle racing up and down the sand dunes at speed. You ride as a passenger while the driver handles the terrain. It is the main activity of the safari portion.
Can I do the camel riding and sand boarding if I have never done either before?
Both camel riding and sand boarding are included for all participants. Camel riding is a guided experience at the farm. Sand boarding is set up at the camp with boards provided. Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness.
What time does the safari start and when will I be back?
Pickup happens from your hotel, mall or cruise terminal at a time arranged with the operator. The full experience takes six hours from pickup to drop-off, so you return to your starting point by early evening.
Is the BBQ dinner vegetarian-friendly?
A vegetarian option is available. Let the operator know at the time of booking if you need it, and the menu will be adjusted for you.
What happens if I am traveling with an infant?
Infants can sit on an adult's lap, or specialized infant seats are available at a child rate charge. Confirm your infant's needs when you book.
Half-Day Desert Safari from Abu Dhabi: Dune Bashing & Camp
6h · EN +4 · at your hotel
from AED 241 per person
≈ US$ 64 in your currency
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