From Abu Dhabi: 4-Hour Morning Desert Excursion
Abu Dhabi
Wake up to a morning in the Abu Dhabi desert and enjoy a host of activities from camel trekking to sand board surfing. Have a cup of Arabic coffee and dates while viewing the beautiful lines of the sand dunes in a traditional Bedouin set-up.
This Abu Dhabi desert safari offers a 4-hour off-road dune-bashing adventure and camel trek, suitable for adults and children over 4 years old.
Highlights
- Experience an exhilarating 4x4 dune-bashing session
- Enjoy a 30-minute camel trek
- Wake up with Arabic coffee and sweet dates
Description
Your Abu Dhabi desert excursion begins with morning pickup in an air-conditioned 4x4 Land Cruiser. Drive across sand dunes while admiring the desert landscape under the sun. Experience sandboard surfing by climbing dunes and sliding down the silky sand with the desert breeze.
End your adventure with a 30-minute camel ride, enjoying the desert views and the gentle sway of the camel while watching the horizon where desert meets sky.
Includes
- Hotel, cruise, or airport pickup and drop-off
- 30-minute dune bashing experience
- 30-minute camel trek
- Sandboarding
- Arabic dress for photos
- Arabic coffee and dates
- Bottled water
Excludes
- Meals
Important Information
- All vehicles are fully insured and equipped with safety features including roll bars, seat belts, GPS, and a first aid box
- The activity lasts approximately 4 hours including pickup and drop-off
- Pickup occurs between 7:30 AM and 8:00 AM; exact time provided with confirmation
- Infants, pregnant women, and children under 3 are not permitted due to safety reasons
- Children aged 4 to 12 must be accompanied by an adult
- Guests with back or neck pain, heart conditions, or other serious medical issues are advised not to participate
- Bring a hat, sandals or flip flops, camera, sunscreen, and a light sweater in winter or loose casual clothing in summer
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Frequently Asked Questions
The excursion includes 4x4 dune-bashing, a 30-minute camel trek, and traditional Arabic coffee with sweet dates.
Pickup is provided from selected locations within Abu Dhabi city, usually from hotels or central meeting points.
The camel trek lasts approximately 30 minutes as part of the 4-hour desert excursion.
Dune-bashing is an active and bumpy ride, so it is generally recommended for physically able travelers; check with the provider regarding age restrictions.
Traditional Arabic coffee and sweet dates are served as part of the desert experience.
Yes, the 4-hour desert excursion is offered in the morning; check the website for current departure times.
An air-conditioned 4x4 Land Cruiser is used to navigate the sand dunes during the desert adventure.
Yes, the desert excursion welcomes solo travelers seeking an active desert experience.
Wear comfortable clothing, sunglasses, and bring sunscreen; the excursion operates in open desert conditions in the morning.
Experienced drivers operate the 4x4 vehicles, and safety precautions are followed throughout the dune-bashing session.
