Abu Dhabi: 7-Hours Desert Safari with BBQ, Camel Ride & Sandboarding
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Is Abu Dhabi: 7-Hours Desert Safari with BBQ, Camel Ride & Sandboarding worth booking?
Abu Dhabi: 7-Hours Desert Safari with BBQ, Camel Ride & Sandboarding is a 6-hour experience in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, from $54 per person. It scores 81 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 149 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 81 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (149)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $54 per person
Your visit to Abu Dhabi won’t be complete without trying the evening safari with BBQ dinner! This tour lets tourists, groups and families experience the thrill and adventure of exploring the desert aboard a 4 x 4 vehicl
What you get
- Bottled water
- Dinner
- Tea and coffee
- Pick-Up And Drop Back By 4 Wheel Drive (Toyota Land Cruisers) Desert Driving & Dune bashing in 4wds by professional drivers trained in Desert driving. Desert Sunset Watching & Taking Desert Sunset Picture Camel Farm Visit Sand Boarding Camel Ride Arabic Hospitality Upon Arrival With Arabic Coffee/Tea/Dates Unlimited Soft Drinks, Tea Coffee And Mineral Water at camp Local dresses for men and women for picture taking Falcons for picture taking Henna Tattoo Or Henna Painting Bedouin tent with carpet and pillows BBQ dinner with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options Dance floor and music system Live entertainment Belly Dancing Live entertainment Thanoura Dance Live entertainment Fire Dance A Relaxing Smoke Of Fragrant Sheesha (Arabian Water Pipe) After The Dinner.
About this experience
Your visit to Abu Dhabi won’t be complete without trying the evening safari with BBQ dinner! This tour lets tourists, groups and families experience the thrill and adventure of exploring the desert aboard a 4 x 4 vehicle driven by a skilled and knowledgeable chauffeur who’s familiar with the desert terrains. This 6-hour tour can provide you and your loved ones with a stunning adventure of your life in the outstanding landscapes outside the emirate. In this tour, your group can experience living in a Bedouin-style tent and campsite tucked in the historical and iconic desert and high sand dunes. Feel your heartbeat racing over the hills aboard the 4x4 vehicle that will be running at breakneck speeds. Tourists can also climb atop and ride a camel. This tour also includes a pick-up and drop-off, sheesha smoking, henna painting and sexy belly dancing session and show. Also worth mentioning are a savory BBQ dinner – both a delight to travelers.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Dinner
- Tea and coffee
- Pick-Up And Drop Back By 4 Wheel Drive (Toyota Land Cruisers) Desert Driving & Dune bashing in 4wds by professional drivers trained in Desert driving. Desert Sunset Watching & Taking Desert Sunset Picture Camel Farm Visit Sand Boarding Camel Ride Arabic Hospitality Upon Arrival With Arabic Coffee/Tea/Dates Unlimited Soft Drinks, Tea Coffee And Mineral Water at camp Local dresses for men and women for picture taking Falcons for picture taking Henna Tattoo Or Henna Painting Bedouin tent with carpet and pillows BBQ dinner with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options Dance floor and music system Live entertainment Belly Dancing Live entertainment Thanoura Dance Live entertainment Fire Dance A Relaxing Smoke Of Fragrant Sheesha (Arabian Water Pipe) After The Dinner.
Not included
- Quad biking (approx. 50 AED for 10 minutes) Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase) Additional info Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ar, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Extreme Tours - Desert Safari in Abu Dhabi
Know before you go
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 4X4 Land cruiser will be on sharing basis with 6 peoples accommodated in a car
- Comfortable clothing is advised, including closed shoes and trousers for quad biking. Warm clothing is recommended during the winter period (October to March)
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Children below 4 years not recommended. Child seat will not be provided they have to sit on parents lap.
- Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking(Child Rate applies)
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund Please note: During the month of Ramadan this activity will not include Entertainment and alcohol will not be served
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 149 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
149 verified traveler reviews for Abu Dhabi: 7-Hours Desert Safari with BBQ, Camel Ride & Sandboarding. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Nice experience
Salim Marshall is a top travel guide, especially the sand dune drive was fantastic!!! But also the fire show in the camp!
via Tripadvisor
Take water for the long humid car ride, if they turn up, and hope you're not sat in the back 'cos you'll see nothing.
It's billed as a 7 hr "experience" but 3 of those hours will be stuck in a very hot and humid Toyota Land cruiser with 5 other people travelling to and from the venue. When you get there you'll get 10 mins going up and down the dunes trying not to throw up. Then you are dropped off at a large enclosed space to be hassled by vendors trying to sell you trinkets and trash. They try and sell you food even though you will be getting a BBQ 30 mins later! Almost everything costs extra. Camel ride - extra. Henna tattoo - extra. Photo with a kestrel - extra. Sand in a bottle - extra. You get the idea. Eventually the show starts which is one woman belly dancing for 10 mins followed by a bloke twirling around with lights for 10 mins. Then it's the buffet which was quite edible and nice but you have to buy any drinks other than the smallest cup of water you'll ever see. You then have the same bloke twirling fire around which is quite good. Then it's back in the car and 90 mins back to the hotel. Our original booking was for the day before but after waiting in the hotel reception for over an hour we found out via the hotel concierge and numerous phone calls that it had been cancelled! We rebooked for the following day and they eventually turned up 30 mins late and tried to charge us again on 3 separate occasions during the trip. Seriously unimpressed!
via Tripadvisor
Desert tour
It was amazing! Great desert tour with quad tour, camel ride, dune bashing, barbecue, camel show, fire show. Mohamed Noushad is an excellent driver and tour guide and a very kind person. At the camp, they have the best photographer of the UAE and beyond. Got some really stunning pictures. If you are looking for a desert tour operator, don’t look any further. Book with Extreme Tourism. Recommend this tour 100%.
via Tripadvisor
An unforgettable story
Everything was exceptional! The driver's professionalism and attention to tourists, the joy of meeting the camels in the desert farm and especially the entertainment program and traditional dinner in the desert village. Congratulations to the organizers!
via Viator
Fabulous
Our driver, Eid, was the best! My daughter was not feeling well and he was attentive and did a great job checking in on us and so compassionate!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $54 to $69
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 52
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 81
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Abu Dhabi: 7-Hours Desert Safari with BBQ, Camel Ride & Sandboarding: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Abu Dhabi.
How much does Abu Dhabi: 7-Hours Desert Safari with BBQ, Camel Ride & Sandboarding cost?
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Prices start at $54 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Abu Dhabi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Abu Dhabi: 7-Hours Desert Safari with BBQ, Camel Ride & Sandboarding take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Abu Dhabi is not rushed.
Is Abu Dhabi: 7-Hours Desert Safari with BBQ, Camel Ride & Sandboarding worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 81 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 149 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Abu Dhabi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Abu Dhabi: 7-Hours Desert Safari with BBQ, Camel Ride & Sandboarding?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Abu Dhabi: 7-Hours Desert Safari with BBQ, Camel Ride & Sandboarding suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Abu Dhabi: 7-Hours Desert Safari with BBQ, Camel Ride & Sandboarding?
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Around 52 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Abu Dhabi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Abu Dhabi and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Abu Dhabi: 7-Hours Desert Safari with BBQ, Camel Ride & Sandboarding start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Abu Dhabi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Abu Dhabi?
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On Outty we rank every Abu Dhabi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Abu Dhabi Desert Safari with Camel Ride BBQ Dinner and Live Shows, Abu Dhabi: Desert Safari with BBQ, Camel Ride & Sandboarding, Half-Day Desert Safari from Abu Dhabi. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Abu Dhabi?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Abu Dhabi?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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