Desert Safari Without Dune Bashing Abu Dhabi
Enjoy the same Evening and Morning desert safaris in Abu Dhabi, with only dune bashing skipped. Instead, take a smooth, gentle desert drive with photo stops, a short camel ride and sandboarding, followed by time at the desert camp.
From
AED 150
per person
Desert Drive
Gentle, no dune bashing
Tour Time
Evening & Morning
Pickup
Abu Dhabi
Tour Type
Shared safari
Availability
Daily
Desert Drive
Gentle, no dune bashing
Tour Time
Evening & Morning
Pickup
Abu Dhabi
Tour Type
Shared safari
Availability
Daily
The Desert Safari Without Dune Bashing Abu Dhabi costs AED 150 per person for the Evening safari and AED 250 per person for the Morning safari. It is the same safari with a smooth, gentle desert drive and photo stops instead of dune bashing.
Choose Your Safari
Pick the Evening or Morning safari. Both skip dune bashing and include a smooth, gentle desert drive with photo stops. Prices are per person.
Most Popular
Evening Without Dune Bashing
AED 150 per person
Pickup approx. 3:00-3:30 PM, drop-off approx. 9:30 PM
Gentle desert drive, photo stops, short camel ride, sandboarding, camp with Arabic coffee (gahwa) and dates, and BBQ dinner.
Morning Without Dune Bashing
AED 250 per person
Pickup approx. 7:00-7:30 AM, drop-off approx. 11:30 AM
Gentle desert drive, photo stops, short camel ride, sandboarding, and camp with Arabic coffee (gahwa) and dates.
Tour Overview
The Same Desert Safari, Without Dune Bashing
This desert safari without dune bashing is the same Evening and Morning safari, with only dune bashing skipped. Instead of dune bashing, you enjoy a smooth, gentle desert drive in a 4×4 vehicle, with photo stops along the way. Everything else stays the same: a short camel ride, sandboarding, and time at the desert camp with Arabic coffee (gahwa) and dates. The Evening variant also includes a BBQ dinner.
It is a gentler option that many families, elderly travellers, pregnant women and people with heart conditions ask about. Choose the Evening safari from AED 150 per person, or the Morning safari from AED 250 per person. Tell us at booking so the driver is informed; if you have a medical condition, check with your doctor first.
No upfront payment. Pay on the day. Free cancellation.
Safari Highlights
Gentle Desert Drive
A smooth, gentle desert drive in a 4x4 vehicle, with no dune bashing.
Camel Ride
Enjoy a short traditional desert experience
Sandboarding
Glide down a selected dune at your pace.
Photo Stops
Stop for desert views and photos during the gentle drive.
Desert Camp
Arabic coffee (gahwa) and dates at the desert camp, with a BBQ dinner on the Evening variant.
Convenient Pickup
Pickup arrangements are confirmed in advance.
Book Now
Book your desert safari without dune bashing today. Choose the Evening safari from AED 150 per person, or the Morning safari from AED 250 per person. No upfront payment. Pay on the day. Free cancellation. Please mention Evening or Morning in the Message field.
Package Details
What’s Included in Your Tour
Tour Inclusions
- Pickup and drop-off from your confirmed location in Abu Dhabi
- Travel in an air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle
- Smooth, gentle desert drive (no dune bashing)
- Photo stops in the desert
- Short camel ride
- Sandboarding
- Desert camp with Arabic coffee (gahwa) and dates
- BBQ dinner on the Evening variant
- Drinking water
Not Included
- Quad bike ride
- Dune bashing
- Professional photography
- Personal purchases and expenses
- Activities not mentioned under inclusions
Tour Itinerary
What to Expect on Your Safari Without Dune Bashing
Here is exactly what happens on your desert safari without dune bashing, from pickup to drop-off.
01
Pickup from Your Location
Pickup is approx. 3:00-3:30 PM for the Evening safari and approx. 7:00-7:30 AM for the Morning safari. Your confirmed pickup time and vehicle details are shared before the tour.
02
Drive Towards the Desert
Travel from the city towards Abu Dhabi's open desert landscape.
03
Gentle Desert Drive and Photo Stops
Instead of dune bashing, enjoy a smooth, gentle desert drive in a 4x4 vehicle, with photo stops along the way.
04
Camel Ride and Sandboarding
Try a short camel ride and sandboarding, and take photographs in the desert.
05
Desert Camp
Relax at the desert camp with Arabic coffee (gahwa) and dates. The Evening variant also includes a BBQ dinner.
06
Return and Drop-Off
Relax during the return drive to your confirmed drop-off location: approx. 9:30 PM for the Evening safari and approx. 11:30 AM for the Morning safari.
Tour Gallery
A Glimpse of the Desert
Before You Book
Important Tour Information
No upfront payment. Pay on the day. Free cancellation. Pay cash to your driver on the day at no extra cost, or pay by card at the camp with a 10% extra charge on card payments. The Evening safari is priced from AED 150 per person and the Morning safari from AED 250 per person. Children below 3 years travel free, and children age 3 and above pay the full adult price. Pickup and drop-off from your confirmed location in Abu Dhabi are included, and dune bashing is not included on this safari.
What to Wear
Choose comfortable clothing, secure footwear, sunglasses and sunscreen. Bring a light layer during cooler months.
Health Guidance
This safari skips dune bashing and uses a smooth, gentle desert drive instead. Tell us at booking so the driver is informed; if you have a medical condition, check with your doctor first.
Pickup Confirmation
Pickup is approx. 3:00-3:30 PM for the Evening safari and approx. 7:00-7:30 AM for the Morning safari. Your confirmed pickup time and vehicle details are shared before the tour, and your exact pickup time is confirmed on WhatsApp.
Frequently Asked Questions
Desert Safari Without Dune Bashing FAQs
Only dune bashing is skipped. It is replaced by a smooth, gentle desert drive in a 4x4 vehicle, with photo stops along the way. Everything else stays the same: a short camel ride, sandboarding, and time at the desert camp with Arabic coffee (gahwa) and dates. The Evening variant also includes a BBQ dinner.
This safari is a gentler option because dune bashing is skipped and the drive is smooth and gentle. Tell us at booking so the driver is informed; if you have a medical condition, check with your doctor first.
Yes. The Evening Without Dune Bashing safari is AED 150 per person, and the Morning Without Dune Bashing safari is AED 250 per person — the same prices as the standard Evening and Morning safaris. No upfront payment. Pay on the day. Free cancellation.
Evening Without Dune Bashing: pickup approx. 3:00-3:30 PM, drop-off approx. 9:30 PM. Morning Without Dune Bashing: pickup approx. 7:00-7:30 AM, drop-off approx. 11:30 AM. Your confirmed pickup time and vehicle details are shared before the tour.
Yes, children are welcome. Children below 3 years travel free, and children age 3 and above pay the full adult price: AED 150 per person for the Evening safari and AED 250 per person for the Morning safari.
No upfront payment. Pay on the day. Free cancellation. Pay cash to your driver on the day at no extra cost, or pay by card at the camp with a 10% extra charge on card payments.
Use the booking form on this page, or message us on WhatsApp. Please mention Evening or Morning in the Message field, along with your date, number of guests and pickup location in Abu Dhabi. The team will confirm availability and your pickup time. No upfront payment. Pay on the day. Free cancellation.
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