About Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi

The Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi is a fantastic way to take in the stunning scenery of the Arabian Desert. Fun desert sports like dune bashing, sandboarding, and quad biking are available at the Arabian dunes, and you can also catch a glimpse of the beautiful sunset. Obviously everything is being done by the book and under the watchful eye of the professional. Although the evening desert safari is focused on adventure, it also provides a daring look into the culture and performing arts of the Middle East. The fire display, Tanoura dance, and belly dancing performance are just a few examples of the high quality dance and theatrical presentations on offer to visitors. Visitors to the safari may also get a taste of the local culture by participating in henna tattoo painting sessions and exploring sand art booths. On top of that, visitors will have the unique opportunity to don authentic Arabic garb for a photo op. Although the Desert Safari itself is exciting, one of the best parts is the delicious BBQ dinner that caps off the evening flavours from around the world and the old world together.

Get the Best Deals on Evening Desert Safari in Abu Dhabi

You must book the Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari tickets online because you can reserve a trip slot in advance if you purchase through the online store or one of the partner outlets. In light of the epidemic, since activities around the world are taking place at a reduced capacity, tickets for an activity like evening desert safari will sell out quickly due to the restricted number of seats. You must get hold of mobile tickets to determine the package you want to choose as there are two options available; one with private transfers where you get to enjoy tour and exclusive pick up and drop; the other with private transfers and quad biking for thirty minutes. Moreover, an online booking will guarantee you instant confirmation and great discounts with promo codes.

Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi Tours

Evening Desert Safari Experience from Abu Dhabi
Evening Desert Safari Experience from Abu Dhabi

An Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi is an excellent way to learn about Abu Dhabi's rich history and culture. The journey lasts for half a day and includes stops at desert camps outfitted in traditional Bedouin fashion. The tour is a perfect example of Arab culture, including henna tattoos, camel rides, Arabian coffee, and scrumptious dates. Wearing the traditional Arab garb is an option, as is having your photo taken in the process. There's a lot of excitement and enjoyment to be had on the Abu Dhabi desert safari. Activities like dune bashing, sand surfing, quad biking, etc. are available.

Desert Safari Experience in Abu Dhabi
Desert Safari Experience in Abu Dhabi

Get your adventure on in Abu Dhabi by purchasing a ticket to the desert safari, and enjoy the thrill of dune bashing in a 4x4. You can ride a camel, or try sandboarding in the huge Rub' al Khali (the "Empty Quarter"), immerse yourself in local culture by watching a Tanoura or belly dancing performance or smoking a shisha. For a truly memorable vacation in Abu Dhabi, choose from a variety of afternoon, morning, and overnight excursions.

Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner
Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner

Using this ticket take on the highest dunes and experience the enchantment of the desert on this Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi. Participate in traditional pursuits like camel riding and henna tattooing, and take pictures of yourself while dressed in local costume. You can ride a 4x4 to the top of some dunes and show off your sandboarding talents, or you may try your hand at some sandboarding down some steep slopes. Attend a barbeque dinner at the desert camp and witness a Tanura and belly dancing performance. The safari will be led by an experienced guide who is fluent in English, and transportation to and from your hotel will be provided.

Evening Desert Safari Tour with BBQ Dinner
Evening Desert Safari Tour with BBQ Dinner

By purchasing this admission ticket enjoy the thrill of a 4x4 ride on the Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari, get a henna tattoo or ride a camel, then cap off the night with a BBQ dinner, a Tanoura, two belly dancing displays, and some shisha. This ticket not only includes the opportunity to capture the sunset, but also includes return transportation to your accommodation.

Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride & Sandboarding
Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride & Sandboarding

The larger sand dunes in the Abu Dhabi desert add an extra element of excitement to dune bashing in a 4X4 Land Cruiser, so why not head out into the desert and experience it for yourself? Take a trip out to a real camel farm to witness the sun setting over the scorching desert, enjoy Arabic coffee and dates while seeing a belly dancing performance, having your hand painted with henna, and smoking a shisha pipe in a traditional Arabic camp in the desert, and dine on a delicious BBQ and drink soft drinks beneath the stars.

Why to Go for Evening Desert Safari in Abu Dhabi ?

Get to Select Your Own Adventure
Get to Select Your Own Adventure

With the enormous desert as your playground, you're guaranteed to have an adventure of a lifetime. Experience the thrill of dune bashing, a test of balance when 4x4 vehicles climb and descend a series of steep sand dunes. The next pastime, sandboarding, involves maintaining your balance while sliding down a steep sand incline. You can either fall over or roll, and either way, the resulting video will be hilarious. Activities including camel rides, equestrian rides, and quad biking are available.

Experience the Beauty of Arabian Heritage Firsthand
Experience the Beauty of Arabian Heritage Firsthand

You will be taken to a Bedouin camp for food and entertainment after night falls. You will encounter the theatrical, colourful, and enthralling culture of the Arabian Peninsula as it existed hundreds of years ago. Watch as fire breathers and belly dancers demonstrate their skills, and as young women spin their skirts in the Tanoura traditional dance.

Come Feast at Our Endless BBQ Dinner Duffet like a King
Come Feast at Our Endless BBQ Dinner Duffet like a King

Arabic food is known for its heavy use of spices and meat, both of which will be abundant during the Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi feast. At the campsite, you'll discover a row of open fire grills where cooks are preparing a variety of grilled meats to satiate your hunger. Fresh fruits, cut into bite-sized pieces, are waiting on plates for you to snack on as you watch the cultural performance. Indulge in this spread of Arabian specialties after a day of outdoor fun and exploration. After a hearty meal, relax with a shisha or a cup of traditional Arabian coffee and dessert.

A Chance to see Rare Animal Once in a Lifetime
A Chance to see Rare Animal Once in a Lifetime

The falcon is the national bird of the United Arab Emirates, and you may see one up close and personal on your desert safari! There is a long history of falconry as a popular sport in the United Arab Emirates. The Arabian oryx, meerkats emerging from secluded areas of land, owls, and a wide variety of birds are also worth keeping a lookout for.

Compare the Best Desert Safari in Abu Dhabi

Morning Desert Safari in Abu Dhabi
Morning Desert Safari in Abu Dhabi

Morning Desert Safari last about four hours and feature dune bashing, quad biking, sandboarding, and photo ops in the desert. If you want to avoid the heat and crowds, a shorter safari may be just what you're searching for. Early dawn desert safaris are also the only time of day when hot air balloon rides are available.

Overnight Desert Safari in Abu Dhabi
Overnight Desert Safari in Abu Dhabi

An Overnight Desert Safari lasts about 18 hours and features everything from Dune bashing, to Sandboarding, Camel riding, Quad Biking, Henna tattooing, Tanoura Dance shows, Shisha smoking, and Belly dance shows. You can also enjoy Fire shows, 7 live entertainment shows, a photo op in traditional dress, a Zumba dance party with vegetarian and meat options, and a barbeque feast. In this safari you have the pleasure of Camping out in fully furnished tents for the night. It is best for those who want to learn about the region's rich cultural heritage during a desert safari, or who want to spend a night under the clear desert sky camping and stargazing.

Evening Desert Safari in Abu Dhabi
Evening Desert Safari in Abu Dhabi

Dune bashing, sandboarding, quad biking, camel rides, and henna tattooing are just a few of the activities that may be enjoyed during a 6-hour Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi. A Tanoura dance performance, a belly dance display, the opportunity to take photographs while dressed in traditional garb, and a barbecue dinner with both vegetarian and meat alternatives will round off your experience. This safari is ideal for those who want to experience both exciting adventure activities and authentic cultural events, such as traditional meals, dance performances, and fire shows in the desert.

Experiences Included In Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi

Buffet Dinner and BBQ
Buffet Dinner and BBQ

Soon after sundown during an Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari, a BBQ supper with soft drinks and live music will be provided. As a symbol of welcome and respect, you will also be offered Arabic coffee and dates. Rest easy, because you will certainly enjoy the sumptuous desert camp BBQ supper and open bar before a thrilling performance.

Sand Boarding
Sand Boarding

With so much open territory at your disposal, the Arabian Desert becomes your personal playground. Sandboarding, like snowboarding but without the need for heavy equipment or a snowy landscape, is a popular activity for the physically active. You can participate in this popular desert sport and ride the waves of the dunes in the stunning Arabian Desert.

Dune Bashing
Dune Bashing

Dune bashing is the most outlandish thing you can do in the desert, and it's also a highly exciting and thrilling experience. There will be whoops of joy when the automobile speeds up a dune and then descends sharply. Experience the thrill of free fall from the top of the tall dunes. The frantic drive can take up to 30 minutes and kick up a tonne of sand.

Camel Riding
Camel Riding

Travelling through the desert of Dubai on the backs of camels is the most classic way to do so. Learn firsthand why the nomadic Bedouin rely on these gentle beasts by riding in a camel caravan across the desert. A 45-minute camel ride through the desert will take you to a falcon show in the sand dunes, following in the footsteps of the Bedouin.

Dance Performance
Dance Performance

On an evening desert safari you can experience the theatrical, colourful, and enthralling culture of the Arabian Peninsula as it was hundreds of years ago. See belly dancers wiggle their hips like a snake, young women swirl their skirts in a folk dance called Tanoura, and locals demonstrate their expertise of fire breathing.

More Dubai Desert Safari Guides

FAQ's of Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi

Why is Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi so famous?

    An Evening Desert Safari in Abu Dhabi is famous because you get to embark on a one-of-a-kind journey that allows you to ride a 4x4 Land Cruiser through the desert's golden sand dunes and, later, live in the desert like the indigenous Bedouin people still do today. Besides, you also get to experience camel rides, sand boarding, and henna painting as part of a day filled with activities before feasting on a BBQ buffet under the stars.

How long does Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari take?

What is the best time for desert safari in Abu Dhabi?

How can I book Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi?

What activities can we do on the evening desert safari in Abu Dhabi?

What to wear for an Abu Dhabi evening desert safari experience?

Is there any age limit for desert safari in Abu Dhabi?

What are the different types of desert safaris in Dubai?


What should I bring on a Dubai desert safari?

How do I reach the desert for the safari?

Things to Do in Abu Dhabi