Abu Dhabi Desert Safari: 4-Hour Morning Dune Bashing & Camel Ride
Dune bashing at dawn, camel ride at the camp, sand boarding in between
A private 4-hour morning desert safari in Abu Dhabi with pickup from your location by 4x4 Land Cruiser, featuring dune bashing with a photo stop at the highest desert point, camel ride, sand boarding, and traditional Arabian coffee and tea at the camp. The private format means you set the pace and choose which activities to linger on, with an English-speaking guide leading the whole day.
What’s included
- Pickup and drop-off from your Abu Dhabi location.
- dune bashing ride with a photo stop at the highest desert point.
- camel ride at the camp.
- sand boarding.
- traditional Arabian costumes.
- soft drinks, coffee and tea.
- English-speaking guide for the full 4 hours.
Times
- Every day 08:00
Before you book
Operated by Adventure Destination Tourism L.L.C
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The experience
The safari starts at 8am with pickup from your hotel or designated location in a Land Cruiser. Your guide drives you out to al khatim, where the dune bashing begins: the vehicle tackles the desert slopes while you hold on and watch the sand roll past the windows. At the highest point, you stop to photograph the Arabian desert stretching out in every direction, then head to the camp area where the rest of the day unfolds at whatever pace suits you.
At the camp you choose what to do and for how long: camel ride across the dunes, sand boarding down the slopes, or simply sit with traditional Arabian coffee and tea. The activities are set up and ready, so there's no waiting or organizing. Your guide handles the timing. Because this is a private safari, you're not moving with a group schedule. If you want to spend an extra twenty minutes on the camel or try sand boarding twice, that's yours to decide.
The guide drops you back at your location by the end of the four hours. Soft drinks, coffee and tea are included throughout the day. Children can ride in a stroller if needed, and the terrain and pace suit all fitness levels, though the dune bashing does involve movement and the early 8am start means an early wake-up.
Is this one for you?The 8am start and four-hour commitment suit early risers who want to be back by midday. The private format means you move at your own pace through each activity instead of keeping time with a group, which works well if you have children or prefer to linger on one activity longer than others.
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Top questions
What exactly is dune bashing and what does it feel like in the vehicle?
Dune bashing is the drive across the desert slopes in the 4x4 Land Cruiser. The vehicle climbs and descends the sand dunes while you sit inside. Your guide takes you to the highest point in the area, where you stop to photograph the view before heading to the camp.
Can I choose which activities to do, or do I have to do all of them?
You choose. The camel ride, sand boarding, and refreshments are all available at the camp, and because this is a private safari, you decide how long to spend on each one or whether to skip any entirely.
What time does the safari start and how long does it take?
The safari starts at 8am with pickup from your location and runs for 4 hours total, ending by around noon depending on your activity choices at the camp.
Is the camel ride suitable for young children?
Yes. Children can participate in the camel ride. Infants and small children can also ride in a pram or stroller if you prefer, and the guide will work with your family's needs.
What's included in the price, and what should I bring?
The safari includes pickup and drop-off, the dune bashing ride, camel ride, sand boarding, traditional Arabian costumes to wear, and soft drinks, coffee and tea throughout the day. Bring sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses and a camera. Wear comfortable clothes you don't mind getting sandy.
Abu Dhabi Desert Safari: 4-Hour Morning Dune Bashing & Camel Ride
4h · EN · at your hotel
from AED 1,205 per group
≈ US$ 320 in your currency
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