Desert Safari Abu Dhabi: 4×4 Dune Bashing with Dinner & Shows

Dune bashing, camel rides, live entertainment and a desert dinner in one evening

A 6-hour desert safari from Abu Dhabi combines dune bashing in a 4×4 with live entertainment, a camel ride, sand boarding and a BBQ dinner at a camp. The guide speaks English or Arabic, pickup is included from your hotel, and the full package covers all activities, meals and shows: belly dance, Tanoura dance, falcon display and stargazing among them.

Step-by-step itinerary

Desert Safari with Entertainment and Dinner

• Pickup from your destination
• Drive to Safari Camp
• Enjoy dune bashing
• Watch live entertainment shows
• Have BBQ dinner
• Return to pickup location

What’s included

• Pickup and drop-off from your Abu Dhabi hotel in an air-conditioned 4×4.
• dune bashing across the desert.
• camel ride.
• sand boarding.
• henna design.
• belly dance and Tanoura dance performances.
• falcon show.
• video presentation on UAE history.
• BBQ dinner.
• coffee, tea and soft drinks.
• bottled water.
• sheesha smoking for adults.
• stargazing at the camp.

Times

• Every day 15:00

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Before you book

Group Up to 100

Live guide English and Arabic Another language? ›

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup included.

Ages Adult (10 to 64 years) · Senior (66 and older) · Child (3 to 9 years) · Infant (1 to 2 years): free

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Not recommended during pregnancy Not recommended with heart problems Not recommended with back problems Infants must sit on laps

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The experience

The day starts with pickup from your Abu Dhabi hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle. Your driver takes the wheel for the dune bashing: the 4×4 climbs and drops across the sand while you sit back and feel the terrain shift beneath you. This is not a gentle ride. The vehicle does the work, and the dunes themselves are the point.

At the safari camp, the evening unfolds through a sequence of activities and performances. You can try sand boarding on the dunes, take a camel ride, get a henna design applied to your hands, and watch a falcon show. A video presentation covers UAE history and the Union story. Sheesha is available for adults, and coffee, tea and soft drinks flow throughout. The live entertainment includes belly dance and Tanoura dance, a spinning performance in traditional dress, while you eat a BBQ dinner. Stargazing rounds out the night, with the desert sky visible from the camp.

The guide speaks English or Arabic depending on your group. Children from age 1 are welcome, though infants sit on an adult's lap. The entire package (transport, all activities, dinner, drinks and entertainment) is included in one all-in rate, so there are no separate charges once you arrive at the camp.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Arabic.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 9 years); Infant (1 to 2 years): 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 what should I expect during the drive?

Dune bashing is off-road driving across the desert sand dunes in a 4×4 vehicle. Your driver navigates steep slopes and valleys, creating a thrilling ride as the vehicle climbs and descends the natural terrain. You remain seated in the air-conditioned cab while the vehicle handles the movement.

Are the live entertainment shows and dinner included in the price, or do I pay extra?

Everything is included: the belly dance, Tanoura dance, falcon show, BBQ dinner, coffee, tea, soft drinks and all activities like camel rides and sand boarding are part of the all-inclusive rate. There are no additional charges at the camp.

What time does the safari start and how long does it last?

The experience runs for 6 hours total, beginning with pickup from your hotel. The timing allows you to reach the camp before sunset, enjoy the entertainment and dinner, and finish with stargazing as darkness falls.

Is the camel ride suitable for someone who has never ridden before?

The camel ride is part of the standard experience and is designed for all fitness levels. However, the tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health, as the camel movement and vehicle ride involve physical motion.