Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari
Leave Abu Dhabi in the afternoon for a 7-hour small-group safari with dune driving, a camel-farm stop, sunset in the desert, and dinner at an Arabic camp.
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- Duration
- 7 hours
- Pickup or meeting point
- Abu Dhabi city hotels or Cruise Terminal
- Tour format
- Small group, up to 7 guests
- Price
- Price confirmed for your date
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Scenes from Abu Dhabi
Photos show the destination landscape. Weather, light, and desert conditions vary by date.
Abu Dhabi evening desert safari overview
Travel into the Abu Dhabi desert for dune bashing with an experienced driver, a short camel ride, sandboarding, and sunset views. The evening continues at camp with a BBQ dinner, shisha, and live entertainment before the return transfer.
Sunset and the desert camp
Watch the sun set from the dunes, then settle into camp for dinner and an evening show beneath the night sky.
Highlights
- Ride across the dunes with an experienced desert driver.
- Visit a camel farm and take a short camel ride.
- Try sandboarding and photograph the desert at sunset.
- Enjoy a BBQ dinner, shisha, and live entertainment at camp.
Tour itinerary
The listed stops and activities are included. Their order may change with traffic, weather, sunset time, or venue operations.
- Afternoon pickup from an Abu Dhabi city hotel or Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal.
- Drive into the desert, cross the dunes, and stop at a camel farm.
- Take a short camel ride, try sandboarding, and pause for sunset photographs.
- Continue to the camp for BBQ dinner, shisha, and live entertainment, then return to Abu Dhabi.
Timing, costs and arrangements
- Duration and schedule
- Approximately 7 hours. Your exact pickup time, sunset timing, and return time will be confirmed for your date.
- What’s included
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- Pickup and drop-off from Abu Dhabi city hotels or Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal
- Dune drive
- Short camel ride for photographs
- Sandboarding
- BBQ dinner
- Belly-dance show
- Shared shisha area
- What’s not included
- Direct airport pickup and drop-off, personal expenses, and optional extras are not included.
- Requirements and what to bring
- Wear comfortable shoes. Pets and luggage or large bags are not permitted. The safari is not suitable for pregnant guests or wheelchair users.
- Meeting point and transport
- Pickup and drop-off are included from Abu Dhabi city hotels. Pickup can also be arranged from Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal. Airport transfers are not included; pickup is available from Premier Inn Abu Dhabi International Airport Hotel instead.
- Pricing and availability
- Request a quote. Pricing depends on the date, group size, and agreed arrangements. All costs will be shared before confirmation.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
What activities are included in the desert safari?
The tour includes a dune drive, short camel ride, sandboarding, BBQ dinner, belly-dance show, and access to a shared shisha area.
Is pickup from my hotel included?
Yes. Pickup and drop-off are included from Abu Dhabi city hotels, with Cruise Terminal pickup available by arrangement. Direct airport transfers are excluded.
How long does the tour last, and when does it start?
The listed duration is approximately 7 hours. Afternoon pickup shifts with the season, and the confirmed time is provided for your selected date.
What should I wear or bring?
Wear comfortable shoes and season-appropriate clothing. Do not bring luggage or large bags.
Is the booking confirmed when I send the form?
No. The form sends a request only. Your date, itinerary, inclusions, price, and meeting details are confirmed after you receive and accept the written arrangements.
Booking request
Request availability and a quote
This form sends a request, not a confirmed booking. Hijaaz will follow up to discuss availability and details. Add your preferred pickup area, interests, and any mobility, health, dietary, or accessibility needs in the notes.