
Abu Dhabi Layover Desert Escape: Safari, Camel Ride, & BBQ Dinner
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 3 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Abu Dhabi Layover Desert Escape: Safari, Camel Ride, & BBQ Dinner worth booking?
Abu Dhabi Layover Desert Escape: Safari, Camel Ride, & BBQ Dinner is a 4-hour experience in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, from $82 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (3)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $82 per person
Got a few hours between flights or a full trip in Abu Dhabi? Take advantage of it and make the most of your time with a desert safari designed for travelers on a tight schedule. Get whisked straight from the airport, cruise terminal, or hotel of your own choice or one provided by your Airline. Start with dune bashing, photos in the desert, falcon interaction, sandboarding, and camel rides. Hop on a quad bike or dune buggy for more thrill (extra cost). Choose to visit a Bedouin-style camp where you can indulge in henna painting, shisha, an international BBQ buffet with a variety of dishes, drinks, and vegetarian options available, and see iconic live shows like Belly Dance, Tanoura Dance, and a Fire Show. Opt for a budget-friendly shared car or go private for a more relaxed, personalized experience ideal for families or older guests. Slow-track or skipping dune bashing is possible with the private car. Witness how our tour can completely redefine your travel experience.
What you get
About this experience
Got a few hours between flights or a full trip in Abu Dhabi? Take advantage of it and make the most of your time with a desert safari designed for travelers on a tight schedule. Get whisked straight from the airport, cruise terminal, or hotel of your own choice or one provided by your Airline. Start with dune bashing, photos in the desert, falcon interaction, sandboarding, and camel rides. Hop on a quad bike or dune buggy for more thrill (extra cost). Choose to visit a Bedouin-style camp where you can indulge in henna painting, shisha, an international BBQ buffet with a variety of dishes, drinks, and vegetarian options available, and see iconic live shows like Belly Dance, Tanoura Dance, and a Fire Show. Opt for a budget-friendly shared car or go private for a more relaxed, personalized experience ideal for families or older guests. Slow-track or skipping dune bashing is possible with the private car. Witness how our tour can completely redefine your travel experience.
What's included
Included
- Live Entertainment Shows including Belly Dance, Arabian Light Tanoura Dance, and Fire Show
- FREE Falcon Interaction
- FREE Sand Surfing from high dunes
- Pick-up and drop off at your selected hotel/location
- Evening of Traditional Hospitality at desert camp and star gazing
- Transportation SUV (select shared or private)
- Dinner
- FREE Shisha facility at the camp
- Stop in the Desert for sunset photos
- Specialized English Safari Guide
- FREE Camel Ride (can be repeated)
- Dune bashing Safari
- FREE Henna Painting for Ladies
Not included
- Quad Biking and Buggy (available at extra charge)
- Alcohol drinks, Fruit juice, red bull, cold coffee, and other drinks (additional charge)
- No belly dance during the Holy Month of Ramadan
What you'll see and do
Abu Dhabi
Begin with Pick-up
60 minutes here
Al Khatim
We will take you to the Desert, a beautiful stretch of land, with rolling landscape and the vast openness of the desert. Where the sand dunes are challenging for first timers, a good start to experience the desert driving, Then we will take to Our Desert Camp area Sit back, relax, and enjoy this Belly dance, Tanoura Show and Fire Show with a cup of good Arabic coffee along with other evening attractions and BBQ Dinner
300 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
6 Hours: Private Car With Camp
Relaxed: Private Car, Dune bashing, Sand Surfing, Camel Ride, Henna for Ladies, Shisha facility, BBQ Buffet Dinner, and Live Shows. Pickup included
6 Hours: Shared Car With Camp
Affordable: Shared Car Dune bashing, Sand Surfing, Camel Ride, Desert Camp, Ladies Henna, Shisha, BBQ Buffet Dinner, and Live Shows. Pickup included
4 Hours: Private Car & No Camp
Without Camp Activities: Private Car, Pick-up, Drop-off, Dune bashing, Sandboarding, and Camel Ride. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Trip Habibi Tourism LLC
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Abu Dhabi Layover Desert Escape: Safari, Camel Ride, & BBQ Dinner. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A few hours to occupy in Abu Dhabi
I had a 13 hour layover in Abu Dhabi, and I still haven't found a lounge worth staying in for that long, especially solo, so I booked a layover tour to get me out of the airport for a few hours. Shehzad was great. He got in touch before I travelled to confirm when and where to meet, then messaged me to let me know he was running a few minutes late due to traffic problems (although the delay only turned out to be a few minutes, as the traffic cleared). Once we were underway, he started with some great historical and cultural background, and offered a really flexible tour. Shehzad made sure we hit all the major stops - with the ability to vary the amount of time at each stop if things grabbed my attention more or less, and the option to add on additional stops if required - and he was really understanding of a sleep-deprived traveller! He even tried the Heritage Village, even though it was closed for upgrades, "just in case we can get in". Very professional, and much appreciated, thank you!
via Tripadvisor
Great guide
Mustafa was a great guide. His drive in dune bashing was very skilled and he made sure I had enough time to enjoy each segment of the tour
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $82 to $1,170
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Trip Habibi Tourism LLC, who run 10 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 71.3.
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Abu Dhabi Layover Desert Escape: Safari, Camel Ride, & BBQ Dinner: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Abu Dhabi.
How much does Abu Dhabi Layover Desert Escape: Safari, Camel Ride, & BBQ Dinner cost?
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Prices start at $82 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 Layover Desert Escape: Safari, Camel Ride, & BBQ Dinner take?
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Plan for about 4 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 Layover Desert Escape: Safari, Camel Ride, & BBQ Dinner worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 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 Layover Desert Escape: Safari, Camel Ride, & BBQ Dinner?
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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 Layover Desert Escape: Safari, Camel Ride, & BBQ Dinner suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Abu Dhabi Layover Desert Escape: Safari, Camel Ride, & BBQ Dinner?
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Around 1 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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Abu Dhabi Layover Desert Escape: Safari, Camel Ride, & BBQ Dinner 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 Dubai Evening Desert Safari BBQ Premium Camp & optional Quad Bike, Abu Dhabi Desert Safari with Camel Ride BBQ Dinner and Live Shows, Abu Dhabi: Desert Safari with BBQ, Camel Ride & Sandboarding. 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.
What is included in Abu Dhabi Layover Desert Escape: Safari, Camel Ride, & BBQ Dinner?
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Included: Live Entertainment Shows including Belly Dance, Arabian Light Tanoura Dance, and Fire Show; FREE Falcon Interaction; FREE Sand Surfing from high dunes; Pick-up and drop off at your selected hotel/location; and Evening of Traditional Hospitality at desert camp and star gazing. Not included: Quad Biking and Buggy (available at extra charge); Alcohol drinks, Fruit juice, red bull, cold coffee, and other drinks (additional charge); and No belly dance during the Holy Month of Ramadan. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Abu Dhabi Layover Desert Escape: Safari, Camel Ride, & BBQ Dinner include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 141 listed pickup locations in and around Abu Dhabi. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Abu Dhabi Layover Desert Escape: Safari, Camel Ride, & BBQ Dinner offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Abu Dhabi Layover Desert Escape: Safari, Camel Ride, & BBQ Dinner?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Abu Dhabi Layover Desert Escape: Safari, Camel Ride, & BBQ Dinner wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Abu Dhabi Layover Desert Escape: Safari, Camel Ride, & BBQ Dinner if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Abu Dhabi. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What booking options are available for Abu Dhabi Layover Desert Escape: Safari, Camel Ride, & BBQ Dinner?
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There are 3 options to choose from, including 6 Hours: Private Car With Camp, 6 Hours: Shared Car With Camp, 4 Hours: Private Car & No Camp. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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