Overnight Desert Safari Abu Dhabi

Tour Highlights

  • Camel riding experience
  • Sandboarding experience
  • An exquisite buffet BBQ dinner
  • Entertainment session with Tanoura dancers and belly dancers
  • Henna painting
  • Opportunities to take pictures with falcons
  • Overnight tea and coffee, including morning breakfast and tea
  • Sleep overnight in a traditional Bedouin tent (blankets and pillows will be provided)

Tour Overview

If you prefer the nighttime weather over the heat during the day, then the overnight desert safari would be the ideal one for you! Your desert safari tour begins in a 4WD vehicle with an experienced tour guide who takes you to the desert safari location. While you are there, you can explore the deserts with their sand dunes and experience many other exciting activities made available for you. The best part about visiting these deserts in UAE is that these areas, unlike the cities, are not obstructed or cluttered by towering buildings but are vast stretches of land that bring about a sense of peace and tranquillity.

Overnight Desert Safari in Abu Dhabi is an unforgettable experience you can have while being away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Trust me, if you choose the right time to go and the right place to go, it will definitely be a trip to remember for the rest of your life. And yes, these desert safaris in Abu Dhabi will bring all of your wild desert fantasies to reality! If you like capturing the starry night sky through your lens, don't forget to bring your camera with you—you'll not regret it. You can not only take pictures but also unwind and relax in your camps with your loved ones while staring into the night sky and marvelling at the desert's kaleidoscope of hues over a cup of rich Arabic coffee.

A luxury overnight desert safari in Abu Dhabi under the sparkling night sky is a real magical experience that'll leave you enchanted. All packages available for this tour, including the private overnight desert camping in Abu Dhabi, are reasonably priced. So, it is definitely a must-try! Based on the package you choose, your overnight desert safari tour can go up to 17-18 hours, including travelling east towards the Al Khatim desert. Your tour will include a lot of adventure and different experiences—a 45-minute dune drive, sandboarding, taking selfies with a falcon, and riding a camel. But it does not end there, which is why it is fully worth the money spent. During your stay in the desert, you will also be able to experience henna paintings, see traditional Arabic calligraphy designs and art, and enjoy belly dancing shows. In addition to all these, you are also provided with comfortable bedding to experience a good night's sleep in the desert. This overnight desert camping in Abu Dhabi is a one-of-a-kind experience and is a true traveller's dream, and we make sure the trip is worthwhile.

What's included

  • Round transport to and from your location in 4×4 air-conditioned Land Cruiser pick up
  • Visit the camel farm
  • Dune bashing session in 4×4
  • Top dune sun set picture
  • Dates with Arabic coffee
  • Water, Hot and Cold beverages
  • Henna Tattoo
  • Falcon Photoshoot
  • Camel Ride Session
  • Sand boarding & skiing
  • Hot BBQ Dinner
  • Belly Dance Show
  • Tanoura Dance Show
  • Arabic Costume Photoshoot
  • Stargazing, Sitting on dark desert
  • Unlimited Shisha
  • Mattress, Pillows, Blankets and Tents
  • Morning Breakfast

What's not included

  • Quad Bike (available for rent)
  • Alcoholic Beverages (Available for Purchase)

Additional Information

  • For pick-up, guests are asked to remain in the hotel lobby or near the mall's main entrance.
  • Six passengers will be accommodated in the Land Cruiser on a shared basis.
  • Times duration or start/stop times may change due to weather conditions.
  • Please strictly adhere to all guidelines provided by the Safari Marshal.
  • Take care of your belongings.
  • Recommended attire: Loose, comfortable clothing with a sweater to keep you warm after dark in the summer. Flip flops are preferred more than shoes for comfort (if you intend sports shoes). Bring sunglasses, a sun hat and sunscreen. In the winter long clothes with jackets are recommended.
  • Have a light meal before the trip to help avoid nausea. It’s best to avoid food 2-3 hours before the journey begins.
  • On other religious holidays, there will be no entertainment activities in the camps as per the UAE law. The government will announce the dates prior.

Pick up Details

We pick-up our guests from all Abu Dhabi city hotels, malls, residences, Airport (Airport premier inn hotel lobby) and Port (Abu Dhabi port exit gate) and other landmarks in Abu Dhabi. To confirm your pick up time our tours manager will be in touch to advise the exact pick up time.

Special Notes

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infant seats available
  • This experience requires good weather. If it's cancelled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Not Suitable For

  • Not recommended for travellers with back problem
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Not Suitable for old travellers who do not wanted to participate in the adventure rides

Cancellation Policy

  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience

Terms and Conditions

  • If the tour is cancelled due to an unavoidable circumstance like the weather, either a full refund or an alternative booking date.