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Abu Dhabi: Desert Safari with BBQ, Camel Ride & Sandboarding

5.0 from 3,094 Viator reviews6 hoursViator
  • Private
  • Small group

Abu Dhabi: Desert Safari with BBQ, Camel Ride & Sandboarding is a 6-hour wildlife and nature excursion in Abu Dhabi, booked through Viator. From $86. Starts 2:00 pm, 2:30 pm, 3:00 pm and 3:30 pm. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.

  • Dune Bashing
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About this excursion

Experience life in the desert at the end of the day on a 4WD safari from Abu Dhabi. Watch traditional dance shows like Tanoura and Belly dance, get the chance to ride a camel and enjoy an open buffet barbecue feast.

What’s included in this excursion

Included
  • Tanoura show and Belly dance
  • Pick-up and drop off from Abu Dhabi
  • Henna painting
  • Dune bashing experience & Sandboarding
  • Mineral water and soft drinks
  • Shisha pipe (free in the Shisha area)
  • Traditional Arabic dress (for photos)
  • Open buffet BBQ dinner (vegetarian & non-vegetarian)
  • Camel ride
  • Transportation by air-conditioned 4WD vehicle with Licensed driver
Not included
  • Quad bike and dune buggy activities in the desert
  • Alcoholic beverages

Know before you go

Accessibility

  • This tour is not wheelchair accessible.

Is it suitable for children?

  • By UAE law, pregnant ladies, people with Heart & back problems, and infants (under 3 years old) are not allowed during the dune bashing activity by car. ( If these conditions are applicable to you, please contact our Consultant to customize your tour)

Health & fitness

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • By participating, you acknowledge and accept that some activities involve inherent risks and unforeseen incidents, and adequate travel and health insurance is strongly recommended for your safety and financial protection.

What to bring

  • Please wear comfortable shoes for safe sandboarding

Other

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Pick-up will be within 45 minutes of your booked time
  • It is recommended not to eat 2-3 hours before the safari trip to avoid any vomiting / sickness during the dune bashing
  • Entertainment activities:- During the holy month of Ramadan (21 March - 20 April 2023) you can watch Tanoura only in our desert camps.
  • Other religious holidays as per UAE law i.e. 3rd April​, 10​ & 31st​ Aug​, 9th Nov etc there will not be any entertainment activities in the camps as its strictly not permitted by UAE law.
  • Recommended Age for Self-Driving Activities: Sandboarding: 12-50 years, Quad Biking: 16–50 years.
  • Animal-related activities (company not responsible for uncontrollable natural behaviour of animals): Camel Ride (Recommended age: 12–50 years) Falcon, Horse Riding.
  • Helmets & safety gear are highly recommended where applicable, and participation is entirely at your own risk, the company will not be responsible for any accidents, damage, loss, or death from these activities.

Where this excursion starts

Meeting point & pickup
Pick-up available from your Abu Dhabi City Central hotels & cruise port, Airport pick up is from Premier inn Abu Dhabi Airport hotel.

When it runs

Runs every day. Starts 2:00 pm, 2:30 pm, 3:00 pm and 3:30 pm.

Schedule checked Nov 1
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Abu Dhabi: Desert Safari with BBQ, Camel Ride & Sandboarding
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