FAQs
Abu Dhabi Desert Safari FAQs
Planning an Abu Dhabi desert safari? We’ve answered the most asked questions about safari timings, pickup, safety, pricing, and what to wear. Whether you’re booking a morning safari, evening safari with BBQ dinner, or a private VIP tour, find everything you need to know before you book. If your question isn’t here, chat with us on WhatsApp.
Absolutely! We offer private 4×4 vehicle options for families, couples, or corporate groups who prefer an exclusive experience, custom pickup timings, and a personalized itinerary.
Yes! We provide door-to-door pickup and drop-off service from any hotel, residence, or major landmark across Abu Dhabi. Private vehicle bookings also allow customizable timing to fit your schedule perfectly.
Our multi-cuisine buffet offers a rich selection of live grill BBQs, authentic Arabic dishes, fresh salads, and dedicated Vegetarian, Vegan, and Jain-friendly options clearly labeled for your convenience.
We offer flexible booking policies! You can reschedule your safari free of charge up to 24 hours prior to your scheduled pickup time with no hassle.
No, we believe in 100% pricing transparency. Everything listed in your chosen package—including pickup, dune bashing, buffet dinner, live shows, and activities—is fully included. Optional add-ons like quad biking or alcoholic drinks are clearly mentioned upfront.
Wear comfortable cotton clothes, sunglasses, and closed shoes or sandals. During winter months Nov-Feb, carry a light jacket. Avoid long dresses for dune bashing.
Yes, desert safari is safe for kids above 3 years and elderly. Dune bashing is optional. We have trained drivers and first aid on all tours.
Yes, private desert safari is available for families and groups. You get private 4×4 vehicle, private camp seating, and customized timing.
Additional information
- Child ticket: Age 3 to 10 years
- Refreshments include cold drinks, juices (mango, pineapple, guava), and water
- For families or groups of 5, 6, or more, early or late pickup can be arranged at your preferred time
- Cash payment is accepted
- You can book via booking form or phone call
- Payment can be made in cash to the guide at pickup time
SAFETY
Every driver on our team is a trained, licensed professional with first-aid training. Our vehicles come fitted with roll cages to keep passengers safe in the rare case of a rollover out in the desert, and every seat has its own seatbelt. We run our safaris using 4×4 Land Cruisers.
Professional drivers holding a desert safari license issued by the Abu Dhabi Government
Private Toyota Land Cruiser available for your safari at a discounted rate
Vehicles are fully insured, air-conditioned, spotless, and fitted with comfortable, upscale seating
Pickup and drop-off is included no matter where you’re staying in Abu Dhabi – your guide will collect you and bring you back to that same spot
If you’re flying in with a short layover at Abu Dhabi International Airport, or arriving by cruise ship at the Port, just let us know and we’ll work out special arrangements
Tell us your arrival and departure times and our team will build a tour schedule around them
At the camp, veg and non-veg diners are seated at separate tables, with a live BBQ spread, cold drinks, and water all included
Kids between 2 and 3 years old are welcome with a booster seat, for an extra 100 AED
Guests who cannot join: infants under 1.5 years, pregnant women, and anyone over 70
There’s no minimum headcount for this package — even a single traveler can book it. That said, a group of 6 gets its own dedicated vehicle without sharing it with other guests, which tends to be the best setup. Keep in mind that because a desert safari is an adventure activity, we advise against bringing children under 3, pregnant guests, or older travelers, especially those with back issues. That said, we can still arrange a private car to take such guests straight to the camp so they can take part in the non-adventure activities there, and we do have child car seats available on request.
MUST DO’S
Bring a camera — the desert scenery is stunning and well worth capturing. Dress comfortably, and leave jewelry, expensive watches, and anything valuable behind, since there’s no phone signal once you’re at the camp anyway. Don’t skip the Arabic coffee at the camp, and be sure to dance along with our belly dancer!
SAND SKI
Sand skiing is one of the safari’s favorite activities. You’ll ski down from the tallest dunes on a ski board — and since it’s soft sand below you, even a fall is a soft landing, so anyone can join in. It’s a thrilling must-do on any desert safari, and for the best sand-skiing conditions, we suggest booking the red dune safari.
CAMEL TREK
The camel trek is another guest favorite. As the sun sets, you’ll ride up the highest dune on camelback on your way toward the camp, where drinks and dinner will already be waiting for you.
QUAD BIKES/DUNE BUGGIES
We have quad bikes suited to both adults and kids: the bigger 350cc bikes for adults, and smaller, gentler 150cc bikes for children. For safety, quad bikes stay within a marked-off area outside the camp rather than heading into the open desert.
Dune buggies, on the other hand, seat two and do go into the desert. Before setting off, our instructor briefs the group, hands out safety gear, and then leads the convoy — a great pick for anyone chasing more of a thrill.