
Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi
Traveler rating
4.4/5
Based on 47 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi worth booking?
Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi is a 6-hour experience in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, from $55 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 47 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 66 / 100
- Rating
- 4.4/5 (47)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $55 per person
Offering you a myriad of unforgettable adventures, our evening desert safari in Abu Dhabi desert let you experience the magical moments of the desert life. Picking you up from your location our driver will take you to the golden desert of Abu Dhabi where all your desert adventures await. Once you enter the desert, there will be all shades of yellows, mind-blowing textures and sand dunes which will explode your mind with thrill and excitement. First on the agenda of our Abu Dhabi Evening desert safari is a wild dune drive where you can drive into majestic dunes bashing sand and creating sand clouds. If your soul longing for a more heart-pounding adventure, you can go sandboarding so you can surf through the silky smooth sand starting from a top of a sand dune. Admire the beauty of these majestic creatures and pet them before you get on one of them to enjoy a camel ride across the desert like a real Bedouin.
What you get
About this experience
Offering you a myriad of unforgettable adventures, our evening desert safari in Abu Dhabi desert let you experience the magical moments of the desert life. Picking you up from your location our driver will take you to the golden desert of Abu Dhabi where all your desert adventures await. Once you enter the desert, there will be all shades of yellows, mind-blowing textures and sand dunes which will explode your mind with thrill and excitement. First on the agenda of our Abu Dhabi Evening desert safari is a wild dune drive where you can drive into majestic dunes bashing sand and creating sand clouds. If your soul longing for a more heart-pounding adventure, you can go sandboarding so you can surf through the silky smooth sand starting from a top of a sand dune. Admire the beauty of these majestic creatures and pet them before you get on one of them to enjoy a camel ride across the desert like a real Bedouin.
What's included
Included
- • Belly dance show
- • Fire Show
- • Tanoura Dancing
- • Hot BBQ Dinner
- • Visit the camel farm
- • Water and Soft Drinks
- • Henna Tattoo
- Sand boarding & skiing
- • Top dune sun set picture
- • Unlimited shisha
- • Arabic Costume Photo shoot
- • Stargazing, sitting on dark desert
- • Camel riding session
- • Falcon Photo shoot
- • Transport in 4x4 vehicle
- • Dune bashing session
- • Arabic coffee, tea and dates
Not included
- • Quad Bike (available for rent)
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Abu Dhabi
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Evening Desert Safari Abudhabi
Desert Safari Duration: 6 hours Buffet Dinner Land Cruiser Pickup included
Private Pick up
4x4 Car 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 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Trip Arabia Tours & Safari
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 47 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
7 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
47 verified traveler reviews for Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great fun & value
Everything was great. It was a great value for the activity and everyone was super friendly. The food was excellent.
via Viator
Ride through desert, camel rides, bbq dinner and neat show
Super fun ride ! Ahmed was an excellent driver! He made the trip really fun It was the perfect evening , Price was excellent for what we received
via Tripadvisor
Desert experience!
Highly recommend if you have a free afternoon and evening in Abu Dhabi. It’s easy with hotel pick up and drop off and fun and unique desert experience
via Tripadvisor
I expected more
we expected more because it was presented like that. It says that unlimited shisha is included, but it needs to be paid for. It also said that photography with a falcon was included, but the man wanted to charge us, so we argued and managed to prove that it was included in the price. My friend and a woman who was also on tour with us were very sick while driving on the dunes and threw up, so I suggest that the drivers have vomit bags in their cars to avoid an incident. We did not like the food at all because it was terribly seasoned and the hot dog was not cooked, the chicken was dry. We only had nice salads. Also, don't expect much from camel riding, because we could literally ride a camel for 30 seconds, and you have to pay extra for longer rides. It will be very hot in the desert in the afternoon and very cold at night, so I suggest you bring something long for the evening. Henna on the hands also has to be paid for if you want a larger design, a smaller one that is only on one finger is free. We didn't manage to go sand boarding because there were too many people waiting and we didn't get there because the guide called us to go back. I don't know what else to write, I think that's it, but I was a little disappointed with the overall experience, that's the point.
via Viator
don't expect to learn anything; make sure you have a car
Overall this company delivered, but not everything was as promised. One day before our reservation we were told that they could not pick us up in Al Ain even though pick-up is included in the ticket price. Luckily we had a car, but we had to use our gas to drive one hour in each direction, and we didn't receive any discount for this inconvenience and expense. In addition, we did not visit a camel farm as promised, nor was there unlimited shisha - you had to pay extra if you wanted more than just a try. Most disappointing was that none of the staff spoke much English, so there was no cultural explanation or educative component to the evening. It was pure entertainment without any accompanying description of what we were experiencing. The staff could barely respond to the simplest of questions; they were obviously not from the Gulf region. We don't regret doing it, but it was overpriced and we felt taken advantage of as tourists.
via Tripadvisor
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
- $55 to $115
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 16
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Trip Arabia Tours & Safari, who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 49.5.
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Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Abu Dhabi.
How much does Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi cost?
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Prices start at $55 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 Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi 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 Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 47 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 Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi?
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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 Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi 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 Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi?
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Around 16 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 Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi 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 Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi?
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Included: • Belly dance show; • Fire Show; • Tanoura Dancing; • Hot BBQ Dinner; and • Visit the camel farm. Not included: • Quad Bike (available for rent). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 127 listed pickup locations in and around Abu Dhabi. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi 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 Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi?
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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 Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi 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 Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi?
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Across 47 reviews averaging 4.4 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
What booking options are available for Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Evening Desert Safari Abudhabi, Private Pick up. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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