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Evening Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride and Sand Boarding
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Evening Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride and Sand Boarding
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- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Regular temperature checks for staff
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(888) 651-9785
6 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Good for avoiding crowds
Overview
Experience the thrill of cruising through the desert with this evening safari with BBQ dinner. Head out on a six-hour adventure through the stunning landscapes outside of Abu Dhabi and make your way to a Bedouin-style camp tucked into the iconic sand dunes. Race over the rolling hills on 4x4, sand board down them at breakneck speeds, climb atop a camel for a once-in-a-lifetime experience or even rent a quad bike (additional cost). This trip includes round-trip hotel transport, henna painting, sheesha smoking, and even a belly dancing show, plus a savory BBQ dinner with fellow travelers.
- Enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the city
- Get off the beaten track in a 4x4
- Buffet dinner included
- Free hotel pickup and drop-off included
- Vegetarian meal option available
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What's Included
Inclusive of BBQ Dinner
Arabic Tea, coffee, and dates
Water & Limited Soda at camp
4x4 dune bashing
Camel riding
Sand boarding
Belly dance show
Air-conditioned vehicle
Henna Painting
Shisha Smoking
Quad biking (approx. 50 AED for 10 minutes)
Departure & Return
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3:00 PM
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- 4X4 Land cruiser will be on Sharing car basis can and accommodate maximum 6 guests per Land Cruiser
- Comfortable clothing is advised, including closed shoes and trousers for quad biking. Warm clothing is recommended during the winter period (October to March)
- Vegetarian option is limited based on the buffet menu
- Children below 4 years old will under parent's responsibility at all times.
- Infant seats are available on request if advised at time of booking(Child Rate applies)
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please note: During the month of Ramadan this activity will not include Entertainments and alcohol will not be served
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
- Alcoholic beverages not available.
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 200 travelers
- OPERATED BY Emirates Tours and Safaris
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Evening Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride and Sand Boarding?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Evening Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride and Sand Boarding?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Evening Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride and Sand Boarding?
A:The policies on social distancing are:
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Evening Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride and Sand Boarding?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
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Traveler Tips
- "Bring warmer clothes if you go in March as we did." See review
- "The day was well constructed and a must for travellers to Abu Dabi.Excellent value for money and a tick off the bucket list We both highly recommend this fun and interesting safari." See review
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A fantastic tour
Jason_P
, Aug 2022
This is a great tour and a perfect way to get out of the city for an evening. The desert is magical, and the dune bashing and evening entertainment are excellent. The one thing that lets the trip down a little is the fact that you get hardly anytime on the back of a camel - just enough time for a photograph. I'd still definitely recommend the trip though.
Wonderful Dessert Safari
Jennifer_T
, Aug 2022
This desert safari is really an experience - not only with a dreamlike scenery but also perfectly organized, down to the smallest detail. Rashid our driver, was super punctual and very cordial, and the trip through the dunes was spectacular. What you get here for the price is really an experience. I would especially like to highlight the super delicious evening meal. Anytime gladly again.
Response from Host , Aug 2022
Hello, Jennifer.
Thank you for your great review; we are thrilled that you had such a beautiful experience with us. We are proud that our team was able to organize everything according to your expectations; I will pass on your feedback to Rasheed. I hope to meet you again in the near future.
An evening in the desert like this is priceless
Jacqueline_B
, Aug 2022
4x4 drive was epic- our guide Faizy was amazing, we loved it. It is impossible not to enjoy this tour. Sand boarding, camel rides, we paid extra for quads, henna tattoos, food/drink, entertainment, star gazing - all incredible. An evening in the desert like this is priceless.
Response from Host , Aug 2022
Emirates Tours appreciates you for giving this wonderful feedback; it gives us even more motivation to serve our guests. Faizi will be overjoyed to hear your feedback. It gives us great pleasure to know that you enjoyed all of the activities, such as the desert drive, sand boarding, henna painting, camel ride, quad bike, dinner, dances, and star gazing. We hope to see you again during your future visits to Abu Dhabi.
Nice experience!
Ananda_G
, Jul 2022
Good service, attention to detail and good organization.
I felt taken care by our driver, good food and beautiful belly dance!
A fantastic experience in the desert of Abu Dhabi
Andrew_G
, Jul 2022
Was a terrific experience for myself and my 22 year old son who were visiting Abu Dhabi on our way back to Australia. Our driver Farooq was amazing in the sand dunes, the camel ride and dinner at sunset was a great experience.
Response from Host , Jul 2022
Well worth it
Aaron_W
, Jul 2022
Great adventure into the Desert, driver did amazing through the dunes, good food and activities all as described
Response from Host , Jul 2022
It was a great experience...
Silvia_G
, Jul 2022
It was a great experience , all they guys were really profesional and they know what they are doing driving on the desert. I’ve really enjoy it.
Response from Host , Jul 2022
Highlight of Abu Dhabi
Christian_P
, Jul 2022
Incredible experience, highly recommend. Farook our driver was fantastic and the sand dune bashing was particularly good.
Great Tour
Nisha_P
, Jul 2022
Thank You, Abdul Rasheed
Do this tour, you won't regret it. It is jam packed from start to finish. Abdul, our driver picked us up from the hotel and was very communicative about exact times. After a quick gas stop, we seemlessly transitioned into off roading mode for a fun dune ride. There were a few chances to stop, catch air and take photos. My friend is picky about photos and was won over by Abdul's photo skills. He volunteer to take as many as we wanted!
The stop at the camp is packed with things to do or simply rest and enjoy a good meal and show.
The whole crew was great and Abdul made sure we were taken care of the whole time. Ask nicely and get a scenic view of the Zayed Grand Mosque on your ride to the hotel.
The dune bashing but is crazy fun! A great company to go on a desert safari with!
Tania_H
, Jun 2022
We are so glad we booked this- it has been the highlight of our trip! We had the most amazingly skilled driver in Anver driving a brand new Land Cruiser ‘dune bashing’ through the desert, followed by more sedate activities like sand boarding, camel riding, dressing up in traditional clothes and henna painting in a desert camp. The evening buffet was plentiful and the belly dancer followed by the guy demonstrating a spinning traditional dance were great to watch. We did a brief bit of stargazing before heading back from the desert into Abu Dhabi which was about an hour’s journey. A great activity for the whole family- perhaps don’t eat to close to setting off! We would totally recommend doing this with this company!
Fun
daniel_h
, Jun 2022
The show in the end was very good
And the hina. We had good time.
The ride in the jip was excellent its most.
Best experience ever
Jason_B
, Jun 2022
Absolutely fantastic trip! The 4x4 driving through the dunes was exhilarating! Sand boarding on the dunes was hilarious and camel riding was much fun. We paid extra for quad bike riding also which was well worth it and very reasonably priced
The staff were amazing, nothing was too much bother for them and they looked after us from start to finish. Excellent service, I highly recommend.
Response from Host , Jun 2022
Hi Jason,
Thank you for taking the time to review your tour with us, We are delighted to know that have enjoyed the dune bashing, sandboarding, camel ride, quad bike and other activity in the desert safari, Thank you so much for the recommendation that inspires us, Looking forward to see you again.
Bumps and humps!
laura_h
, May 2022
Amazing trip, with thrill seeking sand dune bashing being the ultimate highlight of the evening!
If I’m honest, the camel ride was short and the sand boarding could’ve been better organised, but the meal and entertainment was fantastic.
Response from Host , Jun 2022
Hi Laura,
We would like to thank you for taking time in giving your feedback with your experience with Emirates Tours! its our pleasure to know that you have enjoyed the desert safari, and your suggestions has been noted that helps us to improve our service even better, looking forward to see you again.
Desert fun
Geoff_L
, May 2022
The 4x4 driving was great! The food was good as was the entertainment, the only disappointment was the camel ride - it lasted probably one minute max! Treated more like a photo op than an actual ride.
Response from Host , Jun 2022
We are glad that you took the time in giving your feedback about your experience with us. Its our pleasure to know that you have enjoyed the drive and food. The camel ride is also an activity along with the other activities in the desert safari, this why its little short. But who ever wants to experience the camel ride more we have exclusive Camel Trekking, that would be a 30 minutes trekking operating every day from 7.00 AM, I hope you can join in next time, Looking forward to seeing you once again on one of our tours.
Amazing driver Unni....
Thilo_G
, May 2022
Amazing driver Unni. Thank you so much for a thrilling experience!! We loved everything about the trip :)
Amazing
Renato_M
, May 2022
Amazing experience, a most do in Abu Dhabi!! We got all we wanted from this trip and our driver Haris was simply the best!! Ask for him when you book this tour and you won’t regret it at all…
Dressert experience are very recommanded
mama
, May 2022
Nice dinner and camals ride also very nice with 4x4 drive Thur the dessert
The dinner Buffett are good ,
I loved the part where we...
Mario_B
, May 2022
I loved the part where we could pet the camels, i hate what you’re doing to the poor falcon and it also made me cry, other than that everything was really good and well thought out. Nizam/Nazim (idk) was really nice to travel with.
Great fun, must do!
Kenneth_H
, May 2022
Great driver (Heris), was very knowledgeable and professional, good conversation and local know how. Made the trip.
Great night in the desert
Chris_L
, May 2022
Absolutely loved it. Was an amazing experience and we will do it again. The food was great, the dune bashing was awesome. Friendly for all ages. Our 3 year old loved it all.
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