Abu Dhabi Morning Desert Safari with Camel Ride, Dune Bashing & Sandboarding

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About the place

Discover the thrill of Abu Dhabi's desert in a morning safari adventure.

Getting started

Your journey begins with a convenient hotel pickup in a 4X4 Land Cruiser, setting the stage for an exhilarating desert experience.

What to expect

  • Dune Bashing: Feel the adrenaline rush as you navigate the desert's rolling dunes in a powerful 4X4 Land Cruiser.

  • Camel Ride: Enjoy a short camel ride, offering a traditional and unique perspective of the desert landscape.

  • Sandboarding: Experience the excitement of sandboarding down the steep dunes, a must-try for adventure enthusiasts.

Wrapping up

Conclude your adventure with light refreshments at a Bedouin-style camp, recharging before heading back to your hotel.

Location
Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Highlights

  • Hotel pickup takes you 80km to Al Khatim Desert in a 4x4, with drop-off back to your hotel included, the whole four-hour round trip.
  • Morning temperatures run 23-28°C in peak season (November to February), making this the most comfortable time for desert activities.
  • Dune bashing, a short camel circuit, sandboarding, and a falconry photo opportunity are all included in the four-hour format.
  • Sunrise departures leave at 5:30am for golden-hour light over empty dunes; standard morning departures leave at 7:30am.
  • Add quad biking to the 7:30am morning safari for a marked-track ATV session, the most-requested desert add-on.

Inclusions & Exclusions

InclusionsExclusions
  • Duration: 4 hours (sunrise departure 5:30am or morning departure 7:30am, option-based)
  • Transport: Shared or private AC 4x4 pickup and drop-off (option-based)
  • Dune bashing: 4x4 ride across Al Khatim Desert dunes
  • Activities: Camel ride, sandboarding, falconry display
  • Refreshments: Arabic coffee and dates
  • Optional add-on: Quad biking on marked desert track (morning variants only, min age 18)
  • Additional food and drinks
  • Duration: 4 hours (sunrise departure 5:30am or morning departure 7:30am, option-based)
  • Transport: Shared or private AC 4x4 pickup and drop-off (option-based)
  • Dune bashing: 4x4 ride across Al Khatim Desert dunes
  • Activities: Camel ride, sandboarding, falconry display
  • Refreshments: Arabic coffee and dates
  • Optional add-on: Quad biking on marked desert track (morning variants only, min age 18)
  • Additional food and drinks

Frequently Asked Questions

What to bring

  • Wear comfortable, lightweight clothing suitable for warm weather.

  • Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat to protect against the sun.

Accessibility

  • This experience is not wheelchair accessible due to the terrain.

What’s not allowed

  • This experience is not recommended for pregnant women, people with heart complaints, or serious medical conditions.

Additional information

  • Quad bikes and buggies are not included but can be rented for an additional fee.

  • The tour operates on a sharing basis with up to 6 persons per vehicle.

  • Light refreshments such as water and soda are provided at the camp.

Additional Information

Cancellation is allowed up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time. Variant-specific cancellation policies may apply.

Hotels near this place

Dubai, Abu Dhabi, DU, United Arab Emirates
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