Desert Safari Abu Dhabi Tour

4.9 (5,203 reviews)
• Dubai Desert, United Arab Emirates • 6 Hours • Hotel Pickup Included • Free Cancellation

Key Activity Details at a Glance

Location Dubai Desert, United Arab Emirates
Duration 6 Hours
Hotel Transfer Round-trip Included

Tour Overview

Discover the immense beauty of the UAE capital’s desert with the Abu Dhabi Desert Safari Tour. Taking place across the expansive sand valleys of Al Khatim, this safari offers taller dune slopes, authentic camel breeding farm visits, and a serene desert atmosphere.

An Authentic Capital Desert Experience

Your journey begins with hotel pickup in Abu Dhabi in a powerful 4x4. Experience heart-pounding dune bashing across Al Khatim's rolling sand peaks, visit a working camel farm to interact with baby camels, and try sandboarding down giant sand slopes. At our modern desert camp, enjoy Arabic coffee, dates, henna tattooing, a rich barbecue buffet dinner, and traditional Tanoura and belly dance shows.

Who Is This Tour Perfect For?

  • Visitors Staying in Abu Dhabi: Direct pickup from all Abu Dhabi hotels, Yas Island, and Saadiyat Island.
  • Wildlife & Camel Enthusiasts: Visit a genuine camel breeding farm and learn about desert livestock.

Staying in Dubai?

If your hotel is in Dubai, book our signature Red Dunes Desert Safari Dubai for faster local pickup.

Experience Highlights

Hotel pickup and drop-off across Abu Dhabi city and Yas Island
Exciting 4x4 dune bashing across the vast Al Khatim desert dunes
Visit to an authentic Arabian camel breeding farm with photo stops
Sandboarding on golden sand dunes and camel ride at camp
Sumptuous BBQ dinner buffet with live grilled kebabs and vegetarian dishes
Live entertainment shows including Tanoura and Belly Dance

What's Included & What's Not Included

What's Included

  • Round-trip 4x4 transfer in Abu Dhabi
  • Dune bashing in Al Khatim desert
  • Camel farm visit and sandboarding
  • Camel ride and henna painting
  • Full BBQ dinner buffet with soft drinks, water, tea, and coffee
  • Live Tanoura and belly dance performances

What's Not Included

  • Quad bike rental (available as an optional add-on)
  • Alcoholic drinks

Detailed Tour Itinerary

1

Abu Dhabi Hotel Pickup

03:00 PM

Pickup from your hotel or residence in Abu Dhabi.

2

Al Khatim Dunes & Camel Farm

04:15 PM

Dune bashing, camel farm visit, and sunset photography.

3

Desert Camp & Activities

05:45 PM

Camel ride, henna painting, Arabic coffee, and relaxation.

4

BBQ Dinner & Cultural Shows

07:15 PM

International buffet dinner with live performances.

5

Return Transfer

09:00 PM

Drop-off back at your Abu Dhabi accommodation.

Tour Location & Meeting Point

Primary Activity Destination

Dubai Desert, United Arab Emirates

Coordinates: 25.0754° N, 55.1398° E • United Arab Emirates

Hotel Pickup & Drop-Off Coverage

Complimentary pickup & drop-off is included from all hotels, serviced apartments, and residence towers across Dubai (including Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah, Business Bay, Deira, Bur Dubai, Al Barsha, and Port Rashid Cruise Terminal).

Comfortable & Safe Transit Route

Our experienced chauffeurs take smooth, paved national highways and graded base tracks directly to the camp site. The vehicle does not enter high-risk steep dune crests, ensuring maximum peace of mind for families, infants, and seniors.

~45 mins from Downtown Dubai Licensed Tourism Zone

Important Information & Know Before You Go

  • Pickup available from Abu Dhabi hotels, Yas Island, and cruise terminal.
  • Casual lightweight attire and flat shoes recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you pick up from Yas Island or Saadiyat Island?

Yes, pickup from all Yas Island and Saadiyat Island hotels is included at no extra charge.

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Chloe Tremblay
Mar 02, 2026 • Verified Booking
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"Solid safari experience. Dune bashing was intense, but driver Zaid checked on us regularly to make sure we weren't feeling motion sick. The sandboarding was fun but tiring, and the camp refreshments were excellent."

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Rajesh Patel
Sep 19, 2023 • Verified Booking
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"The dune buggy portion of the tour was brilliant. Instructor Ahmed was very reassuring and monitored us closely since it was our first time. The camel farm stop was brief, but we loved the overall premium treatment."

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Santiago Ramirez
Apr 15, 2026 • Verified Booking
Google Review

"Best desert experience ever! Sarah took us out on quad bikes and sandboards. He explained the safety rules clearly and gave us great tips for sandboarding down the high dunes. Highly recommend booking the extended quad bike option."

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Marcus Vance
Nov 24, 2019 • Verified Booking
Verified Guest

"The safari was great value. Booking was seamless, thanks to Tariq from the customer support team who helped reschedule our date when my flight got delayed. The camp itself can get a bit crowded, but the quad biking experience and food quality were top-notch."

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Isabella Silva
Nov 03, 2024 • Verified Booking
Google Review

"Great camp organization. Host David helped us upgrade to a VIP table table near the stage, which gave us the best view of the belly dancing and fire shows. The food variety was fantastic, and drinks were served continuously."

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Sven Lindstrom
May 27, 2024 • Verified Booking
Verified Guest

"Our family had an amazing desert safari. Ahmed was our guide and went out of his way to help my elderly mother feel comfortable during the transit. The camel ride was a bit short, but the sunset photography and sandboarding made up for it. Excellent service!"

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Min-ji Kim
Dec 07, 2024 • Verified Booking
Google Review

"Magical evening. The sunset dunes setup was spectacular. Our guide Chloe took gorgeous family photos of us against the sunset. The food buffet was clean and hot, and the fire dancers were incredible."

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