
Private Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Sand Boarding
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 67 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Sand Boarding worth booking?
Private Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Sand Boarding is a 7-hour experience in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, from $320 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 67 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 72 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (67)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $320 per person
Embark on a remarkable adventure with our Dubai Desert Safari Premium Tour! Experience the excitement of a lifetime as you explore the captivating beauty of desert dunes, take part in camel rides reminiscent of Bedouin traditions, and enjoy a hearty traditional Arabic dinner under the stars. . Book now for an unforgettable experience!
What you get
About this experience
Embark on a remarkable adventure with our Dubai Desert Safari Premium Tour! Experience the excitement of a lifetime as you explore the captivating beauty of desert dunes, take part in camel rides reminiscent of Bedouin traditions, and enjoy a hearty traditional Arabic dinner under the stars. . Book now for an unforgettable experience!
What's included
Included
- 35 Minutes Dune Bashing By Safari License Professional Driver at Lehbab Desert (Known as Red Dunes)
- Pick up from your Hotel Residence Exclusively Private 4x4 for Safari & Camp
- Traditional Arabic / International Food Buffet (Veg and Non Veg) BBQ, Desserts
- Refreshment with Unlimited Water, Tea, Coffee & Soft Drinks
- Captivating Tanura Dance Entertainment & Fire Dance Show, 2 Belly Dance Show
- Traditional welcome at camp with Arabic Tea, Cofee, gahwa, Arabic sweets
- Camel Ride, Sand Boarding, FREE Arabic Dress Photography, Picture with Falcon FREE Henna Painting
- Drop back your Hotel - Location - Residence in Dubai & Sharjah
Not included
- Quad Bike, Hard Drinks
What you'll see and do
Dubai
The thrill begins with 55 minutes to 1 hour drive from your hotel to the meeting point in the desert traveling through fascinating countryside of the desert of Arabia.
60 minutes here
Fasten your seat belt for Dune Bashing in the red sand dunes, the adventure part of your tour. A photo stop in the middle of the desert for scenic and once in a life clicks. You will also have tons of fun while doing sand boarding and capture your memories at sunset photography.
180 minutes here
Arrive at traditional Desert Camp and being welcomed with Arabic coffee and Legemat (traditional sweet) . Here you have the opportunity to do a camel ride and try out a henna design on hand or feet and take pictures in local costumes. After working up an appetite you get to enjoy a delicious barbecue dinner and shisha (the famous Arabic water pipe). You also get to enjoy Belly dance show, Fire show and Tanura show performance around the campfire by starlight.
120 minutes here
Dubai
Having with all the entertainment finished, it’s time to go back to your hotel on a ride of 55 minuets to 1 hour while enjoying local traditional music.
60 minutes here
Dubai
Good Vibes
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
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 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- GOLDENSANDTOURS
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 67 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
10 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
6 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Small groups
3 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
67 verified traveler reviews for Private Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Sand Boarding. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Totally recommend
We had an amazing time on the Premium Desert Safari! Everything was perfectly organized, and the experience exceeded our expectations. Our tour guide was fantastic — professional, friendly, and made the whole trip so much fun. The dune bashing was exciting, the desert views were breathtaking, and the overall atmosphere was unforgettable. Truly a highlight of our trip. Highly recommended!
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your amazing review! 😊🌟 We’re thrilled to know that you enjoyed the Premium Desert Safari and that everything exceeded your expectations. Our team takes great pride in delivering a well-organized and unforgettable experience, and your kind words truly motivate us. 🏜️✨ We’re glad you loved the dune bashing, stunning desert views, and overall atmosphere. Thank you for the recommendation, and we look forward to welcoming you again soon! 🙏🚙
via Tripadvisor
Never experience this trip before
Very2 good service especially the tourist guide Mr Anwar. Highly recommended & unforgettable experience. Most repeat for sure
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! 😊 We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the service, especially with our tour guide Mr. Anwar 🌟 Your recommendation truly means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you again for another unforgettable experience. 🙏✨
via Tripadvisor
Thanks to our experienced guide!!
Mr. Anwar was an excellent guide and a great driver. He was knowledgeable and provided an enjoyable trip. This was my second tour with this company and it was just as satisfying as the first time. My guest from Japan said it was their best memory in Dubai. I highly recommend this and would use again.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! 😊 We’re delighted to hear that Mr. Anwar provided you with an excellent experience once again. It’s especially rewarding to know this was your second tour with us and that your guest from Japan considered it their best memory in Dubai 🇯🇵✨ Your recommendation truly means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable journey soon! 🌟🚙🏜️
via Tripadvisor
The best tour in Dubai
Amazing desert safari experience! From start to finish everything was perfectly organized. The dune bashing was thrilling, the views were breathtaking, and the sunset in the desert was unforgettable. Our guide, M Anwar was professional, friendly, and made us feel safe the entire time. The camp experience, food, and entertainment were excellent. Truly a highlight of our trip highly recommend to anyone visiting!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! 🌟 We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed every part of the desert safari—from the thrilling dune bashing to the unforgettable sunset views 🌅🏜️ A special thanks for appreciating our guide M. Anwar 🙏 He’ll be very happy to know he made your experience safe and memorable. We’re also glad you loved the camp, food, and entertainment 🍽️🎶 Your recommendation truly means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you again on your next visit to Dubai! 😊✨
via Tripadvisor
Best one so far!
This is my 3rd desert Safari. By far the nicest. Got picked up in a private car and taken to the sand dunes. We asked our driver , Anwar, to go slow as we were a bit anxious about this part and he was great. He took pictures of us on the sand dunes. We got to the camp. It was calm and not over crowded like ones in the past. Food was nice, buffet, with tea, coffee and soft drinks. Entertainment was nice enough, could have been more lively but this is a small observation. Overall a lovely experience.
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your experience with us! 🌟 We’re delighted to hear that your third desert safari turned out to be the best so far. It’s great to know you enjoyed the comfort of the private pickup, the calm atmosphere at the camp, and the buffet with drinks. We’re especially happy that Anwar made you feel safe and comfortable during the dune experience and captured memorable moments for you 📸🏜️ We appreciate your feedback regarding the entertainment — your suggestion is valuable and will help us enhance the experience further. Looking forward to welcoming you again for another wonderful evening in the desert! 🤗✨ For more adventures, visit goldensandsafari.com or contact us at +971 562023536. Warm regards, Golden Sand Tours Team
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 23
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 72
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Sand Boarding: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Abu Dhabi.
How much does Private Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Sand Boarding cost?
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Prices start at $320 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 Private Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Sand Boarding take?
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Plan for about 7 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 Private Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Sand Boarding worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 67 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 Private Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Sand Boarding?
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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 Private Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Sand Boarding suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Sand Boarding?
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Around 23 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 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Sand Boarding 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 Private Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Sand Boarding?
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Included: 35 Minutes Dune Bashing By Safari License Professional Driver at Lehbab Desert (Known as R; Pick up from your Hotel Residence Exclusively Private 4x4 for Safari & Camp; Traditional Arabic / International Food Buffet (Veg and Non Veg) BBQ, Desserts; Refreshment with Unlimited Water, Tea, Coffee & Soft Drinks; and Captivating Tanura Dance Entertainment & Fire Dance Show, 2 Belly Dance Show. Not included: Quad Bike, Hard Drinks. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Private Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Sand Boarding include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 1423 listed pickup locations in and around Abu Dhabi. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Private Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Sand Boarding 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 Private Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Sand Boarding?
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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 Private Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Sand Boarding 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 Private Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Sand Boarding 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 do travelers say about Private Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Sand Boarding?
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Across 67 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, photo opportunities, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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