ATV Riding in Abu Dhabi: Desert Safari with BBQ & Camel Ride
Ride dunes in a 4x4, then settle into camp for camel riding and fire shows
An evening desert activity in Abu Dhabi combining dune-bashing in a shared 4x4 Land Cruiser, camel riding, sand boarding, henna painting and a BBQ buffet dinner, with live entertainment including belly dancing, Tanoura dance and fire shows. The 6-hour outing includes round-trip hotel pickup and a guide in English. Quad biking is available for an extra charge. Not suitable for pregnant travelers or those with spinal injuries or cardiovascular concerns.
Options for this experience
2 optionsWhat’s included
- Round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off.
- dune-bashing in a shared 4x4 Land Cruiser.
- camel riding and sand boarding.
- henna painting and photo opportunity with a falcon (subject to availability).
- traditional Arabian dress for photos.
- welcome refreshments (tea, coffee, dates).
- BBQ buffet dinner with grilled meats, rice, salads and dessert.
- soft drinks, water, tea and coffee throughout.
- belly dancing and Tanoura dance performances.
- fire show.
- shisha smoking.
- star gazing.
- English-speaking guide.
Times
- Every day 14:45
Before you book
Operated by Emirates Tours and Safaris
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The experience
The day starts with pickup from your Abu Dhabi hotel and a drive to a Bedouin-inspired camp in the dunes. Once there, you climb into a shared 4x4 Land Cruiser (maximum six guests) for dune-bashing: the vehicle tackles the sand slopes while you hold on and watch the desert roll beneath you. A photo stop in the dunes breaks up the drive, and you'll visit a camel farm before heading back to camp.
At the camp, the activities rotate through the afternoon and evening. You ride a camel for a short stretch, try sand boarding down the dunes, and sit for henna painting on your hands. There's a photo opportunity with a falcon (subject to availability) and a chance to wear traditional Arabian dress. Quad biking is available if you want it, though it costs extra and runs about 10 minutes. Tea, coffee and dates arrive as a welcome refreshment when you first settle in.
Dinner is a buffet spread: hummus, tabboulah, grilled chicken and kofta kebab, rice, pasta, coleslaw, and Umm Ali for dessert, plus fresh fruit salad. Soft drinks, water, tea and coffee flow throughout. As the sun sets, the entertainment begins: a belly dancing show and Tanoura dance performance (belly dance is not available during Ramadan), a fire show, and shisha smoking. The night ends with star gazing before the drive back to your hotel. Pickup times vary based on sunset and your location, and the operator confirms the exact time a day or two before you go.
Is this one for you?Book the shared 4x4 option if you're comfortable riding with other travelers and want to keep costs down. Choose the private vehicle if your group wants the dunes and the camp to yourselves without sharing the ride or the guide's attention. Either way, the fixed itinerary and included transport mean you show up at your hotel and the rest of the evening (timing, activities, dinner, entertainment) is already arranged.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 12).
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's the difference between the private 4WD option and the shared one?
The private 4WD option gives you a dedicated Land Cruiser and driver for your group alone, while the shared option puts up to six guests in one vehicle with other travelers. Both include the same activities, camel ride, BBQ dinner and entertainment.
Is quad biking included, or do I have to pay extra?
Quad biking is not included in the main package. It's available for approximately 100 AED and runs about 10 minutes. You can add it when you book if you want to try it.
What time does the safari start, and how long does it run?
The activity lasts 6 hours total. Pickup times vary based on sunset timing and your hotel location, so the operator confirms your exact departure time one day before or the morning of your activity.
What's included in the BBQ dinner?
The buffet includes grilled meats (chicken shish kebab, chicken grill, Arabic kofta kebab), rice with vegetable gravy, hummus, tabboulah, fatoush, coleslaw, french fries, pasta, Umm Ali dessert and fresh fruit salad. Soft drinks, water, tea and coffee are available throughout the evening.
Will there be a belly dancing show when I go?
Yes, unless you're traveling during Ramadan, when the belly dancing show is not performed. The Tanoura dance, fire show and other entertainment still run. Alcoholic beverages are not served.
What should I wear, and are there any activities I can't do?
Wear comfortable clothing with closed shoes and trousers for the dune-bashing and sand boarding. Warm layers are recommended from October to March. The activity is not recommended for pregnant travelers, those with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health, or children under 4 (who must stay with a parent at all times).
ATV Riding in Abu Dhabi: Desert Safari with BBQ & Camel Ride
6h · EN · at your hotel
from AED 297 per person
≈ US$ 79 in your currency
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