ATV Riding Abu Dhabi: Morning Desert Safari with Dune Bashing

Ride the dunes, then explore them on camelback

A morning desert safari in Abu Dhabi combines a 10-minute quad bike ride with dune bashing, a camel farm visit, camel riding and optional sandboarding. Pickup starts around 8:00 AM and returns by noon, with water and soft drinks provided throughout. The activity suits families, groups and solo travelers seeking both adrenaline and cultural experience in a single half-day outing.

The experience

You're picked up around 8:00 AM in a 4x4 and driven into the Abu Dhabi desert for a morning that mixes driving, riding and walking. The day opens at a traditional camel farm where you feed and photograph the animals while learning how they fit into Bedouin life. From there, the pace shifts: a driver takes you across rolling dunes in a powerful 4x4 for dune bashing, then you can try sandboarding down the slopes if you want. Photo stops at scenic viewpoints break up the action and give you time to take in the scale of the landscape.

The quad bike ride lasts 10 minutes and sits in the middle of the day's rhythm: enough time to feel the machine under you without dominating the itinerary. Before and after, you ride a camel across the desert at a traditional pace, a slower counterpoint to the motorized sections. Water and soft drinks are on hand throughout to keep you steady in the heat. Drop-off is back at your location by around noon, leaving the rest of your day open.

An English-speaking guide or marshal travels with the group, and the activity is designed for all fitness levels, though it's not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or cardiovascular concerns. Minimum age is 13. The half-day format works well if you have a free morning and want to pack multiple experiences (adrenaline, culture, and desert scenery) into one outing.

What’s included

• Pickup and drop-off by 4x4 from your location (around 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM).
• visit to a traditional camel farm with feeding and photos.
• dune bashing across the desert sands.
• 10-minute quad bike ride.
• camel riding experience.
• optional sandboarding.
• scenic photo stops at desert viewpoints.
• experienced English-speaking guide or marshal.
• water and soft drinks throughout.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (13 to 65 years) · Under 13: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 40

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats availableNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Liwa Adventure Tours and Safari

Is this one for you?The morning departure means you start around 8:00 AM and finish by noon, leaving your afternoon free for other plans in Abu Dhabi. The itinerary packs multiple activities (quad biking, camel riding, dune bashing and sandboarding) into four hours, so you're moving between experiences rather than spending long stretches on one. If you prefer a slower pace or deeper focus on a single activity, a longer or specialized desert outing may suit you better.

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Top questions

What's the quad bike ride like on this safari?

The quad bike portion lasts 10 minutes and takes you across the dunes on your own machine. It's one element in a larger morning that also includes dune bashing in a 4x4, camel riding, and a camel farm visit, so it's not the focus of the day: more an extra burst of excitement within a mixed itinerary.

Can I do sandboarding if I've never tried it before?

Sandboarding is optional and described as suitable for all ages, so first-timers can give it a go or skip it. You glide down the dunes, and the guide can advise on whether it's right for you when you arrive.

What happens if I'm not comfortable with camel riding?

Camel riding is part of the itinerary, but you can discuss any concerns with the guide when you arrive. The pace is traditional and unhurried, designed for all comfort levels, though it's not optional in the standard package.

Is this safari suitable for kids?

The activity is designed for families and is suitable for all fitness levels. Minimum age is 13, and sandboarding is noted as suitable for all ages, so children within that range can participate in most elements of the morning.