Sunrise Desert Safari Abu Dhabi
Leave Abu Dhabi before dawn for an approximately 4-hour small-group safari with dune driving, sunrise views, a camel-farm stop, camel riding, and sandboarding.
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- Duration
- Approximately 4 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 sunrise desert safari overview
Travel from Abu Dhabi into the desert before sunrise, then watch the first light reach the dunes. Continue with an off-road dune drive, visit a camel farm, take a short camel ride, and try sandboarding before returning to the city later in the morning.
First light over the dunes
See the desert change colour in the quiet morning light and pause on the dunes for sunrise photographs before the day becomes warmer.
Highlights
- Watch sunrise from the Abu Dhabi dunes.
- Ride across the desert with an experienced off-road driver.
- Visit a camel farm and take a short camel ride.
- Try sandboarding and stop for morning photographs.
Tour itinerary
The listed stops and activities are included. Their order may change with traffic, weather, sunset time, or venue operations.
- Early-morning pickup from an Abu Dhabi city hotel or Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal.
- Travel into the desert and reach the dunes in time for sunrise photographs.
- Continue with dune driving, a camel-farm visit, a short camel ride, and sandboarding.
- Return to Abu Dhabi later in the morning.
Timing, costs and arrangements
- Duration and schedule
- Approximately 4 hours. Pickup changes with the seasonal sunrise time, and the exact pickup and return times 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
- Sunrise photo stop
- Camel-farm visit
- Short camel ride for photographs
- Sandboarding
- Bottled water
- What’s not included
- Breakfast, direct airport pickup and drop-off, personal expenses, and optional extras are not included.
- Requirements and what to bring
- Wear comfortable shoes and bring a light layer for the cooler pre-dawn start. 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 sunrise safari?
The tour includes sunrise viewing, a dune drive, camel-farm visit, short camel ride, sandboarding, photo stops, and bottled water.
What time does the tour start?
Pickup is before sunrise and changes through the year. Your exact pickup time will be confirmed for your selected date.
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.
Is breakfast included?
No. Breakfast is not included, so plan to eat after the tour or bring a suitable snack if needed.
Is the booking confirmed when I send the form?
No. The form sends a request only. Your date, pickup time, itinerary, inclusions, price, and meeting details are confirmed in writing before booking.
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.