Abu Dhabi’s Premium Desert Experience

Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi

Dune bashing, BBQ dinner, camel rides, live entertainment — an unforgettable sunset-to-starlight adventure in Abu Dhabi’s Al Khatim desert.

6 Hours

Duration

3:30 PM

Pickup Time

All Ages

Family Friendly

4.9/5

1,200+ Reviews

About Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi

Our Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi is the capital’s most complete desert adventure — a six-hour journey from golden sunset to glittering starlight across the magnificent Al Khatim desert. Unlike crowded Dubai safaris, Abu Dhabi’s vast untouched dunes offer a more authentic, intimate Arabian experience that our guests consistently rate as their trip highlight.

Your evening begins with an exhilarating dune bashing session in a Toyota Land Cruiser driven by our licensed safari drivers, each with 8+ years of desert driving experience. As the sun paints the dunes in shades of amber and crimson, you’ll arrive at our exclusive desert camp nestled among the Al Khatim dunes — a traditional Bedouin-style setup that immerses you in genuine Emirati hospitality.

The camp comes alive with activities: camel riding across the dunes, sandboarding down steep slopes, traditional henna painting, and photo opportunities in Arabic dress. As darkness falls, enjoy a lavish BBQ dinner buffet featuring grilled meats, fresh salads, Arabic mezze, and desserts — all prepared fresh by our camp chefs.

The night culminates with mesmerizing live entertainment including traditional Tanoura dance, fire shows, and cultural performances under Abu Dhabi’s star-filled desert sky. With over 1,200 five-star reviews and complimentary hotel pickup from anywhere in Abu Dhabi, this is the evening safari experience the capital is known for.

Tourists enjoying evening desert safari experience at Abu Dhabi desert camp with traditional Arabic setup

Evening Safari Abu Dhabi Packages & Pricing

What People Are Saying

Discover What guests love about their experiences with us in ‘What People Are Saying.’ Real testimonials highlight the joy, adventure, and unforgettable moments shared on our tours. See why we’re a top choice for creating lasting memories!

Excellent rating Based on 1,097 reviews

A must for everyone who is visiting Dubai.Desert safari in the surrounding sandy desert is a thrilling and electrifying experience. It provides about 20 minutes of exciting dune bashing along with electrifying camp journey where you can enjoy quad biking, camel ride and sand skiing.

We had an amazing time! Driver did a great job. Make sure you buckle up and encourage them to drive it like they stole it.

We had a great experience with my family camel riding and dune bashing. Our guide took really good photos too.

A must visit place if you've a time in Dubai. We had a great time during our trip. We bought a package for desert safari 140AED per person (exclude Motor bike) including Buffet Dinner at Net Tour Camp. Amazing experience while driving at Desert. Worth a visit!

Excellent rating Based on 2,859 reviews

Great fun while dune buggy riding and sandboarding in the dessert of dubai. Sultan was very nice, he took pictures og us and guided us all the way. He was very patient with us when sandboarding. He also had water for us out in the desert

Good arrangement with pickup at the hotel and good service all the way. Well arranged with drinks and follow-up along the way. Good service and good driving!!!

Do it ! 100% fun Sultan was awesome !! So much fun ! Definitely worth it! Do this ! Everything was fun and good spirited. End to end it was great ! Thank you !

Sultan rocks - great business team building experience! Sultan was an amazing host! Rescued us from a stuck dune. Captured instagram worth photos and videos. Best memories with our work team building activity!!

Dune buggy and sandboarding Suldan was a great host. The dune buggy and sandboarding was awesome!

Top notch, Dubai Desert Safari Tour recommend Abhilash if he is available for a tour guide !! I went with my husband, my sister and my brother in law !We went with the private drive (100% worth it) got picked up wherever we wanted .. Abhilash- our driver was INCREDIBLE!! Can’t say enough amazing things. He was so fun, took many photos of us, and videos, he always made sure we didn’t miss out on anything !! 5* PLUS... This is the FULL experience. The only thing we missed out on was the sunset pics which was fine but if you want those I suggest you make sure you get to the heritage camp by 5:30 pm (this time of year) and they did warn us about our late pick up request (2:30pm from kite beach) but we were having too much fun at the beach. Cant have it all!! It was a win win. Abhilash you really made this whole experience incredible for us we’re still smiling! Small tip, if you get a little sea sick on boats. Highly suggest taking something like anti nausea half n hour before you hit those dunes , it was WILD !!!! No video or pic will ever justify. Incredible day with my fam, and could not have asked for a better guide Love from Canada

Super family fun Mega fun in the desert. Great guides, mega service (on site and pick-up and drop-off service) you absolutely must experience. We were totally thrilled

Amazing Experience It was an amazing experience from the start of getting picked up in a luxurious car, over the briefing and preparation throughout the entire experience of riding these amazing buggies over the dunes with speed and action. Great guide and amazing pictures!

Al Khatim Desert Experience

Explore Abu Dhabi's pristine Al Khatim desert — less crowded, larger dunes, and more authentic than typical Dubai safaris. Pure Arabian wilderness.

Professional Dune Bashing

Heart-pumping 30-minute dune bash in Toyota Land Cruisers driven by licensed professionals with 8+ years of Abu Dhabi desert driving experience.

Sunset to Starlight

Watch the Abu Dhabi sunset paint the desert gold, then dine under a canopy of stars — the capital's desert sky is darker and more spectacular than the city.

Lavish BBQ Dinner Buffet

Freshly grilled meats, Arabic mezze, salads, and desserts served at our exclusive desert camp. Vegetarian options and kids' menu always available.

Camel Riding & Sandboarding

Ride camels across Abu Dhabi dunes and try sandboarding on natural slopes. Activities included free of charge — no hidden costs or surprise extras.

Live Cultural Entertainment

Traditional Tanoura dance, mesmerizing fire shows, henna painting, and Arabic dress photo ops — an authentic Emirati cultural evening experience.

Evening Safari Abu Dhabi Gallery

Dune Bashing

Camel Riding

BBQ Dinner

Live belly dance entertainment at evening safari Abu Dhabi

Live Entertainment

Henna Painting

Sandboarding

What’s Included & Excluded

Included

Hotel pickup & drop-off from Abu Dhabi
30-min dune bashing in Toyota Land Cruiser
Camel riding across desert dunes
Sandboarding on natural sand slopes
BBQ dinner buffet (veg & non-veg options)
Unlimited soft drinks, water, tea & coffee
Live entertainment (Tanoura, fire show)
Henna painting & Arabic dress photos
Professional English-speaking guide
All safety equipment & insurance

Not Included

Alcoholic beverages (available for purchase)
Private vehicle upgrade (available as add-on)
Quad biking or dune buggy (separate tour)
Professional photography package
Falcon photo experience (AED 50 extra)
Personal travel insurance

Your Evening Safari Itinerary

3:30 PM

Hotel Pickup from Abu Dhabi

Air-conditioned vehicle collects you from your Abu Dhabi hotel, resort, or residence. Sit back and enjoy the scenic drive to the Al Khatim desert.

4:30 PM

Dune Bashing Adventure

30 minutes of heart-pumping dune bashing in a Toyota Land Cruiser across Abu Dhabi’s towering sand dunes. Hold tight for the ride of your life!

5:00 PM

Desert Camp Arrival

Arrive at our exclusive Bedouin-style desert camp. Welcome drinks served as you settle into the traditional Arabic seating area with panoramic dune views.

5:30 PM

Desert Activities

Camel riding, sandboarding, henna painting, and Arabic dress photo opportunities. Watch the spectacular Abu Dhabi sunset from the top of the dunes.

7:00 PM

BBQ Dinner & Entertainment

Feast on a lavish BBQ buffet under the stars while enjoying live Tanoura dance, fire shows, and traditional Arabic music performances.

9:00 PM

Hotel Drop-off

Comfortable ride back to your Abu Dhabi hotel with a heart full of desert memories. Arrive by 9:30 PM, relaxed and fulfilled.

Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi — FAQs

What time does the evening desert safari in Abu Dhabi start and end?

Our evening desert safari begins with hotel pickup at approximately 3:30 PM from your Abu Dhabi accommodation. The experience lasts about 6 hours, with drop-off at your hotel by 9:00–9:30 PM. The timing is planned so you experience the magical transition from golden sunset to starlit desert sky.

Is the Abu Dhabi evening safari suitable for children and elderly?

Yes! Our evening safari is designed for all ages. Children of any age are welcome — we have kid-friendly food options at the BBQ dinner and gentle camel rides. For elderly guests or anyone with back issues, we offer a “no dune bashing” option where you’re driven directly to the desert camp on a smooth route. Please mention any requirements when booking.

What is included in the BBQ dinner at the desert camp?

Our BBQ dinner buffet features grilled chicken, lamb kebabs, beef tikka, Arabic rice, fresh salads, hummus, fattoush, bread, and a selection of desserts. Vegetarian options including grilled vegetables, paneer, and falafel are always available. Unlimited soft drinks, water, tea, and Arabic coffee are complimentary. Alcoholic beverages can be purchased separately.

How is the Abu Dhabi evening safari different from Dubai?

Abu Dhabi’s evening safari takes place in the Al Khatim desert, which offers larger, more dramatic dunes and significantly fewer tourists compared to Dubai’s Lahbab desert. The experience is more authentic and intimate. Our Abu Dhabi camps have lower guest-to-staff ratios, meaning more personal attention, better service, and a truly exclusive desert evening experience.

Do you provide hotel pickup from anywhere in Abu Dhabi?

Yes! We offer complimentary pickup and drop-off from any hotel, resort, serviced apartment, or Airbnb within Abu Dhabi city, Saadiyat Island, Yas Island, and Al Raha Beach area. Pickup from Al Ain is also available at a small surcharge. Our air-conditioned vehicles ensure a comfortable 45-minute journey to the Al Khatim desert.

What should I wear and bring for the evening desert safari?

Wear comfortable, light clothing and closed-toe shoes or sandals with back straps. Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and a light jacket for after sunset when temperatures drop. A fully charged phone for photos is essential! We provide everything else including safety equipment. Avoid wearing expensive jewelry or watches during the dune bashing portion.

Can I book a private evening safari for a special occasion?

Absolutely! Our Private Evening Safari (AED 1,800 for up to 6 guests) includes an exclusive Land Cruiser, private seating area at the camp, and personalized service. We regularly host birthday celebrations, anniversary dinners, and corporate events. Special arrangements like a decorated table, cake, or customized menu can be organized with 48 hours notice. Contact us on WhatsApp for details.

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Ready for an Unforgettable Abu Dhabi Evening?

Book your Abu Dhabi evening desert safari today and experience sunset dune bashing, camel rides, BBQ dinner, and live entertainment under the stars. Limited spots available — reserve now!

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BBQ dinner included

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