Morning Desert Safari Abu Dhabi: Camel Ride & Sand Skiing
Dune bashing, sand boarding down high slopes, camel farm visit and a ride across the desert floor
A morning desert safari from Abu Dhabi takes you into the Al Khatim desert in a private 4x4 Land Cruiser for dune bashing, sand skiing on high dunes, a camel farm visit and a guided camel ride with a local Bedouin guide. Hotel pickup is included. The tour runs about 4 hours and includes Arabic coffee, dates, water and soft drinks, plus an Arabic costume photo shoot at the camp.
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Morning desert safari activities
- Hotel pickup in 4x4 Land Cruiser
- Drive through golden desert landscape
- Thrilling dune riding session
- Sand skiing down high sand slope
- Visit Bedouin Camp in desert
- Camel ride with local Bedouin guide
- Enjoy tea, water, and soft drinks
What’s included
- Hotel pickup in a private 4x4 Land Cruiser.
- dune bashing session.
- sand skiing down high dunes.
- camel farm visit.
- guided camel ride with a local Bedouin guide.
- Arabic coffee, tea and dates.
- water and soft drinks.
- Arabic costume photo shoot.
- sunrise photo opportunity from the dunes.
Times
- Every day 06:00 07:00 08:00 09:00
Before you book
Operated by Desert Dreams Tours & Safari
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The experience
Your driver picks you up from your Abu Dhabi hotel in a 4x4 Land Cruiser and heads into the desert while the light is still low. The first stop is a dune bashing session: the vehicle climbs and descends the sand slopes at speed, which is the part that gets the adrenaline going. After that comes sand skiing (also called sand boarding), where you walk up a high dune and skid down it on a board, the modern version of what Bedouins have done for centuries on these slopes.
The route ends at the Bedouin Camp in the heart of the desert. A local Bedouin guide meets you there and takes you on a camel ride across the desert floor. This is how you see the landscape the way the Bedouins do. The camp also includes a visit to the camel farm. Throughout the morning you get Arabic coffee and dates, water and soft drinks, and a chance to wear traditional Arabic costume for photos at the camp.
Hotel pickup is included in the tour price. The whole experience runs about 4 hours from start to finish, timed to catch the sunrise from one of the highest dunes.
Is this one for you?Book the camel ride version if you want the full Bedouin experience: the camel ride and farm visit are what set this apart from a dune-only tour, and they're included in the same morning window. If you'd rather do quad biking instead, that's available as an option at checkout.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Infant (under 3): 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 sand skiing on this Abu Dhabi desert safari?
Sand skiing (or sand boarding) is a sport where you climb a high sand dune and slide down it on a board. It's included in the morning safari and is one of the main activities after the dune bashing session.
Do I need my own camel riding experience for this tour?
No experience is needed. The camel ride is guided by a local Bedouin and is part of the tour at the camp. It's designed to show you the desert the way Bedouins travel across it.
Is the dune bashing rough, and will I feel sick?
Dune bashing is thrilling and fast, but the tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. The 4x4 Land Cruiser is built for this terrain, and the ride lasts as part of the 4-hour morning safari.
What's included in the camp visit at the Bedouin Camp?
The camp includes a camel farm visit, a guided camel ride, Arabic coffee and dates, water and soft drinks, and an Arabic costume photo shoot so you can capture the moment in traditional dress.
Can I choose sand skiing or camel riding if I only want one activity?
Both sand skiing and the camel ride are part of the standard morning safari package. If you'd prefer a different activity mix, the tour also offers a quad bike option at checkout instead of the camel ride.
What time does the morning safari start and end?
The safari is timed to catch the sunrise from the desert dunes and runs for about 4 hours total, including hotel pickup and the drive to the camp. Your driver will confirm the exact pickup time when you book.
Morning Desert Safari Abu Dhabi: Camel Ride & Sand Skiing
4h 30m · at your hotel
from AED 452 per person
≈ US$ 120 in your currency
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