Abu Dhabi: Desert Safari with BBQ, Camel Ride & Sandboarding
Al Khatim Desert, Abu Dhabi
Experience life in the desert on a 4WD safari from Abu Dhabi. Watch traditional dance shows, ride a camel and enjoy a barbecue buffet dinner.
Desert Safari Tour with Dune Bashing and BBQ Dinner near Abu Dhabi
This guided desert safari from Abu Dhabi suits adventurers and culture enthusiasts seeking dune bashing, cultural experiences, and a barbecue dinner.
Description
Join a small-group or private guided tour from Abu Dhabi with hotel transfers included. Experience dune bashing in an air-conditioned 4WD vehicle as you climb sand dunes, followed by sandboarding down them. Visit a camel farm to meet camels adapted to desert life before heading to a Bedouin-style desert camp.
At the camp, enjoy traditional Arabic coffee and dates, then watch the desert change color during sunset. Participate in cultural activities such as henna painting, shisha smoking, camel rides, and trying on Arabian costumes. Watch traditional Tanoura and belly dance performances, then enjoy an open-buffet barbecue dinner with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. End the evening relaxing under the star-lit sky before returning to Abu Dhabi.
Highlights
- Experience dune bashing in a 4WD vehicle on sand dunes
- Watch the sunset over the desert near Abu Dhabi
- Try henna painting, shisha smoking, and camel riding
- Enjoy Tanoura and belly dance performances
- Barbecue dinner with Arabian kebabs and salads at a Bedouin-style camp
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation by air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle
- Cold mineral water during transfers
- Professional English-speaking licensed driver
- Dune bashing and sandboarding
- Welcome drinks (Arabic coffee and dates)
- Henna painting
- Short camel ride
- Sunset photo stop
- Shisha smoking
- Traditional dance show (Tanoura and belly dance)
- Unlimited water and soft drinks
- Open-buffet BBQ dinner with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options
Important Information
- Do not eat 2-3 hours before the safari to avoid sickness during dune bashing
- If you have sensitive skin, avoid henna painting
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult on camel rides
- Traditional dance shows are not available during Ramadan or special Islamic holidays
Booking Tip
Book in advance and wear comfortable clothing suitable for desert conditions. The best time to visit is late afternoon to enjoy the cooler temperatures and sunset.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
