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Abu Dhabi: Morning Desert Tour, Camel Ride, & Sandboarding

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Abu Dhabi: Morning Desert Tour, Camel Ride, & Sandboarding
Top rated
4.915104 out of 5 stars
4.9
4.915104 out of 5 stars
2933 reviews

Enjoy an exhilarating morning desert safari that includes dune bashing, sandboarding and a camel ride. Choose a semi-private or private tour option.

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Duration 4 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
Please be ready in your accommodation lobby at the agreed time of pickup. Pickup will be within 30 minutes of your agreed time. The duration of the tour includes pickup and drop-off times.
Private or small groups available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Sandro – Switzerland

An Unforgettable Desert Safari with Shahid – A True Highlight of Abu Dhabi! From the moment we were picked up by Shahid, our guide for the day, we knew we were in for something special. Warm, professional, and full of knowledge, Shahid immediately made us feel welcome and excited for what was to come – and he absolutely delivered an experience we’ll never forget. The journey began with a comfortable drive out of the city, where Shahid shared fascinating insights about Abu Dhabi, Emirati culture, and the desert landscape. Once we reached the dunes, the real adventure started! The dune bashing was exhilarating – Shahid’s driving skills were top-notch, balancing excitement with complete safety. We were laughing, cheering, and holding on tight the whole way – truly a thrill! Thank you, Shahid and OceanAir, for a truly unforgettable desert safari! This was a highlight of our trip to the UAE and something we’ll be recommending to everyone we know.

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Laura – Germany

It was an incredible experience! The trip was really well organized, the price was fair, and it was a lot of fun! I got some really beautiful photos of the Abu Dhabi desert – many thanks to the safari guide RAM!

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Highlights

  • Experience dune bashing in a 4x4 in the Abu Dhabi desert
  • Try out sandboarding and see how easy it easy to glide over the dunes
  • Ride a camel in the desert to complete your safari experience

Full description

Embark on an exciting morning desert safari in the desert surrounding Abu Dhabi. Ride over the vast dunes in a 4x4 vehicle, glide down the dunes on a sandboard, and enjoy a relaxing camel ride with scenic views.
Get ready for a desert safari starting with an early morning pickup at your hotel. A 45-minute drive takes you to the heart of the desert outside Abu Dhabi.

Explore the desert in a 4x4 vehicle, bashing the huge dunes. The fun continues with a chance to try out sandboarding. Follow the instructions and glide over the dunes effortlessly.

During the safari, there will be plenty of opportunities to pose for some photos in the desert. This special morning safari concludes with a short camel ride before the transfer back to the pick-up point.

Includes

  • Pickup and drop-off from select hotels/locations
  • Transportation by air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle
  • Professional driver
  • Dune bashing (30-40 minutes)
  • Sandboarding
  • Camel riding
  • Mineral water
  • Quad bike and dune buggy in the desert

Not suitable for

  • Pregnant women
  • People with back problems
  • People with mobility impairments

Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat
  • Sunscreen

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Luggage or large bags
  • Alcohol and drugs

Know before you go

  •  Pregnant women and those with back or neck problems are not allowed to participate
  •  Infants (below 3 years of age) are not allowed in the car during the dune bashing. Parents may book a private tour to allow the driver to control the level of dune bashing. This is entirely the client's responsibility
  •  Light, casual clothing is recommended. Open shoes or sandals are best for walking on the sand, but bring sports shoes for sandboarding
  • It is recommended that you not eat 2-3 hours before the trip to avoid motion sickness during dune bashing
  • Please note that the stated tour duration includes pick-up and drop off times
  • Any damage, injuries sustained or items lost during the sandboarding is not covered by insurance and are solely the participant's responsibility

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 2933 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.8/5

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Sandro – SwitzerlandJune 13, 2025 – Verified booking
An Unforgettable Desert Safari with Shahid – A True Highlight of Abu Dhabi! From the moment we were picked up by Shahid, our guide for the day, we knew we were in for something special. Warm, professional, and full of knowledge, Shahid immediately made us feel welcome and excited for what was to come – and he absolutely delivered an experience we’ll never forget. The journey began with a comfortable drive out of the city, where Shahid shared fascinating insights about Abu Dhabi, Emirati culture, and the desert landscape. Once we reached the dunes, the real adventure started! The dune bashing was exhilarating – Shahid’s driving skills were top-notch, balancing excitement with complete safety. We were laughing, cheering, and holding on tight the whole way – truly a thrill! Thank you, Shahid and OceanAir, for a truly unforgettable desert safari! This was a highlight of our trip to the UAE and something we’ll be recommending to everyone we know.
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Laura – GermanyJune 10, 2025 – Verified booking
It was an incredible experience! The trip was really well organized, the price was fair, and it was a lot of fun! I got some really beautiful photos of the Abu Dhabi desert – many thanks to the safari guide RAM!
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Lorraine – United KingdomJune 9, 2025 – Verified booking
Excellent! Ram our guide was amazing! Friendly, and he helped us capture amazing photos! Would highly recommend this activity.

Product ID: 122655

Activity provider:OceanAir Travels

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