Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari

Outty Ranking 65 5.0 · 6 traveler reviews9 hoursFrom $88
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Outty Ranking

65/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

5.0/5

Based on 6 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari worth booking?

Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari is a 9-hour experience in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, from $88 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
65 / 100
Rating
5/5 (6)
Duration
9 hours
From
$88 per person

Enjoy this top-rated desert safari in Abu Dhabi with pick up from your hotel or home. Get ready for this unforgettable experience in the desert of Abu Dhabi. A desert safari allows participants to take to the desert for some dune bashing, camel riding, a barbecue, belly dancing, and more. An absolute must for every holiday in Abu Dhabi is a desert safari in the sand dunes of the Abu Dhabi Desert .

What you get

    About this experience

    Enjoy this top-rated desert safari in Abu Dhabi with pick up from your hotel or home. Get ready for this unforgettable experience in the desert of Abu Dhabi. A desert safari allows participants to take to the desert for some dune bashing, camel riding, a barbecue, belly dancing, and more. An absolute must for every holiday in Abu Dhabi is a desert safari in the sand dunes of the Abu Dhabi Desert .

    What's included

    Included

    • Dates Market
    • Sand Boarding
    • Amazing Dune Bashing
    • Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
    • Take Photos in Local Costume
    • Henna Painting
    • Shisha Smoking
    • Corniche
    • Etihad Tower ( Drive Pass)
    • Heritage Village
    • Camel Riding
    • Picture with Falcon (Subject to availability)
    • Tanoura Dancing
    • Emirates Palace Hotel
    • BBQ Dinner
    • Camel Farm Visit
    • Belly Dancing (Prohibited during the holy month Ramadan)
    • Dates, Tea, Coffee, Soft Drinks
    • Qasr Al Watan ( Drive Pass)
    • Yola Dancing (Subject to availability)

    Not included

    • Alcoholic Beverages
    • Quad Bike

    What you'll see and do

    1. Al Khatim

      Al Khatim Desert, where our safari is going on

      360 minutes here

    2. Abu Dhabi

      Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, sits off the mainland on an island in the Persian (Arabian) Gulf. Its focus on oil exports and commerce is reflected by the skyline’s modern towers and shopping megacenters such as Abu Dhabi and Marina malls. Beneath white-marble domes, the vast Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque features an immense Persian carpet, crystal chandeliers and capacity for 41,000 worshipers

      240 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Abu Dhabi

    We will pickup anywhere in Abu Dhabi only

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.

    Ends at

    We will pickup anywhere in Abu Dhabi only

    Options you can book

    • Auh City Tour + Desert Safari

      5 star Service Duration: 10 hours: You can customize the timings (Total Duration, Pickup or Drop Off Timing) 4x4 Vehicle, Luxury Car: Fully Air Conditioned, Well Saftey maintained Pickup included

    • Amazing Desert Safari only

      5 star Service Duration: 4 hours BBQ Dinner 4x4 Vehcle: Fully Airconditioned, High Safety methods Pickup included

    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 30 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Arabian Explore Tours & Travels LLC

    Know before you go

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

    Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari, photo 2Tanoura Dance, Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert SafariEnjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari, photo 4Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari, photo 5Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari, photo 6Henna Painting, Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    3 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Small groups

    2 mentions

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    Traveler reviews

    6 verified traveler reviews for Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Q2131STfelixm · September 2026

    Quick lay over tour

    I did a private excursion with the company for Abu dhabii city tour and safari desert! I absolutely loved it, I’m well taken care esp with my guide/driver Mujeeb, who really knows how to dance with the dunes! Plus he is a great photographer!

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much, Felix, for your amazing 5-star review! 🌟 We’re thrilled that you loved your private Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari experience with us. It’s wonderful to hear that Mujeeb took such great care of you, made the dune bashing exciting, and even captured some fantastic memories with his photography! 📸🐪 We’ll definitely share your kind words with him. Thank you for choosing Arabian Explore! 😊🇦🇪✨

    via Tripadvisor

    Sieteee · October 2025

    Great experience in the desert

    We did the private tour with Mujeeb. All worked as planned and he tools great fotos and good driving in the desert. Like the close-up with the camels as well. Very recommended9

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! 🌟 We’re delighted to hear that you had a great experience on your private desert safari with Mujeeb. He’ll be very happy to know you enjoyed his photography and driving skills, as well as the memorable moments with the camels 🐪. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again for another amazing adventure in the UAE! 🇦🇪✨ — Arabian Explore Tours and Travels LLC

    via Tripadvisor

    Trip60626687024 · March 2025

    What a big WOW not to miss

    What a wonderful day to remember We were a group of 16 people of all ages, arrived with the cruise ship, very easy to meet the guides in the morning at the port. nice city tour and then they dropped us off for a jeep boarding to the desert. WOW and just WOW the drivers are very experienced and super caring towards us. A wonderful fantastic experience to live by all Thank you again to our wonderful drivers in the dunes

    Response from the operator: Merci beaucoup pour votre superbe retour ! Nous sommes ravis d'apprendre que vous avez passé une journée inoubliable avec nous lors de la visite de la ville d'Abu Dhabi et du safari dans le désert. C'est génial que la rencontre avec nos guides ait été facile et que tout se soit bien déroulé. Nous sommes particulièrement heureux que vous ayez apprécié l'expérience dans les dunes et la conduite experte de nos chauffeurs, qui mettent toujours un point d'honneur à garantir la sécurité et le confort de nos invités. Merci encore pour vos compliments, et nous espérons avoir le plaisir de vous accompagner à nouveau pour une autre aventure fantastique !

    via Tripadvisor (translated)

    Navigator48454 · December 2023

    Beautiful city

    Great time , nice guide . Verry well organised and verry punctual .We enjoyed a good time and verry well spended money

    Response from the operator: Dear Valued Guest, We indeed to Thank your great feedback and for spending valuable time for us. We would like to hear from you that you enjoyed our Abu Dhabi Half Day City Tour. We are looking forward to your future journey. Once again Thank you

    via Tripadvisor

    shabin2023 · February 2023

    Awesome experience from abudhabi

    Memories are stay in Abu Dhabi town.such a wonderful place and journey. thanks to everyone for a memorable trip

    Response from the operator: Dear Valued Guest, We indeed to Thank your great feedback and for spending valuable time for us. We would like to hear from you that you enjoyed our Abu Dhabi Half Day City Tour. We are looking forward to your future journey. Once again Thank you

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    9 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $88 to $171
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    2
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Arabian Explore Tours & Travels LLC, who run 13 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 57.8.

    See everything Arabian Explore Tours & Travels LLC runs

    Why this scores 65

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)84
    Review evidence (18% weight)28
    Booking momentum (14% weight)19
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)71
    Local standing (8% weight)58
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Abu Dhabi.

    How much does Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari cost?

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    Prices start at $88 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 Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari take?

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    Plan for about 9 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 Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 6 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 Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari?

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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 Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari?

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    Around 2 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 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari 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, Desert Safari In Abu Dhabi With BBQ Dinner. 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 Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari?

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    Included: Dates Market; Sand Boarding; Amazing Dune Bashing; Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque; and Take Photos in Local Costume. Not included: Alcoholic Beverages; and Quad Bike. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 209 listed pickup locations in and around Abu Dhabi. Be ready about 60 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari offered in?

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    It is offered in Arabic and 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 Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari?

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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 Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; Specialized infant seats are available; Not recommended for pregnant travelers; and Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari?

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    Across 6 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, small groups. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    What booking options are available for Enjoy Abu Dhabi City Tour and Desert Safari?

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    There are 2 options to choose from, including Auh City Tour + Desert Safari, Amazing Desert Safari only. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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