Abu Dhabi Evening Desert Safari: Private Dune Bashing & BBQ Experience

Experience the thrill of private dune bashing and indulge in a delicious BBQ dinner in the Abu Dhabi desert. Our skilled drivers will capture your memorable moments for a truly unforgettable experience.

Duration: 6 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Al Khatim Desert - This excursion lasts approximately 6 to 7 hours. Our drivers will coordinate with you to confirm the exact pick-up time and location. All our vehicles are 4x4 Land Cruisers equipped with safety roll bars.
    Pick-up is scheduled between 2 to 3 pm, and we will depart from the city into the desert, allowing you to witness the…
What's Included
  • Pick up & Drop off in Abu Dhabi in 4x4 Land Cruisers
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Dune bashing in 4WD Land Cruisers with safety roll bars
  • Camel farm visit
  • Photos with Camels
  • Photos in Arabic costumes
  • Photo & Video on your own phones by our drivers
  • Sunset pictures in the desert
  • Welcome drink and refreshments (tea, coffee, dates)
  • Dinner…
What's Not Included
  • Quad biking (extra purchase at desert camp)
  • Souvenir pictures
Additional Information

We are a desert Safari company based out of Abu Dhabi with a difference. We understand customers who travel as transit passengers to Abu Dhabi, as well as short holiday makers.
We aim to be efficient in giving you a memorable experience when you leave Abu Dhabi. Our drivers are highly skilled in providing you a safe and exhilarating experience in the…

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Charmetraveler
Nov 22, 2025
Great Desert Safari - We had a wonderful evening on this private desert safari. Marly was very kind, skilled, and made the dune bashing both exciting and safe. He also took great photos of us, which we really appreciated. The sunset views were beautiful, and the camp was well organized. The BBQ dinner and entertainment were enjoyable. Camel riding was only a short round, but still a nice experience. Overall, a memorable tour — definitely recommended!
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Anshads2023
Oct 29, 2025
Amazing Desert Safari Experience with Sand Gazal! 🌅 - We had an unforgettable time with Sand Gazal Desert Safari! Our guide, Faisal Marley, was fantastic — friendly, skilled, and made the whole experience both thrilling and safe. The dune bashing was exhilarating, the evening sunset was breathtaking, and the food was delicious. We especially loved the fire dance performance, where the performer skillfully twirled flaming sticks — it made the evening truly magical. Highly recommend Sand Gazal for anyone looking for an authentic desert adventure — great service, great vibes, and memories that will last a lifetime!
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574serahr
Oct 27, 2025
Exactly the Kind of Evening I Hoped For - Glad I chose Sand Gazelle to experience the desert! Everything felt smooth and well planned - nothing rushed or staged. The dune bashing was a lot of fun, and the sunset was absolutely unreal. The whole thing just felt easy, relaxed, and well put together. Would 100% go again.
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Alyeenam
Oct 26, 2025
Such a pleasant experience . - Was suggested through friends . The team was friendly, professional, and made sure everything went smoothly from start to finish. Very well organized and listened to every concern we had and dealt it without hesitation .
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Skkymuffin
Oct 24, 2025
Have you ever been dune bashing?!? - Marley our guide was an incredible driver in the sand dunes! It was so much fun, I would absolutely go with them again! Marley was amazing, total pro when it came to taking pictures with our iPhones, he had different angles, made sure to get the sunset just right. BBQ dinner was delicious!
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122geethuj
Jul 9, 2025
A wonderful family experience - We had an amazing experience with Sand Gazelle on the Abu Dhabi desert safari! We were a group of 5, with the youngest being just 3 years old, and everyone had an incredible time. Our driver was fantastic – professional, friendly, and made sure we were all comfortable and enjoying every moment. The dune bashing was smooth yet exciting, and the stops for photos were absolutely stunning. Everything was well-organized, on time, and communication throughout was excellent. This is a must-do activity and highly recommended for all age groups – a truly memorable experience for the whole family!
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Romelf989
Jul 8, 2025
A Truly Memorable Desert Safari in Abu Dhabi - This desert safari was one of the best things we did in Abu Dhabi. The dune bashing was intense and exciting—our driver really knew how to handle the terrain, and it felt like a real adventure without ever feeling unsafe. The desert itself was stunning. Watching the sunset over the dunes was something I won’t forget anytime soon. After taking some amazing photos, we had an exciting camel ride followed by a delicious dinner with plenty of options and great flavors. What really made the evening special were the performances. The Tanoura dance was mesmerizing, and the belly dancer had the whole crowd engaged. But honestly, the part that stuck with me most was later in the evening—just sitting under the stars, away from the noise, in the middle of the desert. It was peaceful, quiet, and kind of magical. If you’re visiting Abu Dhabi, this is 100% worth doing.
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Rosiet2503
May 26, 2025
Amazing experience - The Desert Safari was so much fun! Marley was such a good driver/host, great music, great vibes! Such amazing value for money. I would highly recommended
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Leahck7178ga
May 26, 2025
Amazing evening! - We had the best time with Marly as our driver! The whole experience was amazing and we definitely recommend it! 🥳 it was perfect from start to finish! Thank you Marly for making the trip so fun!
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Trail23286819312
May 14, 2025
Ask for Marly!! - This trip is way more than expected and Marly goes above and beyond for his guests. Marly gives an incredible dune tour with amazing music, is an avid photographer and dedicates extra time to you to make sure you have the most memorable and stunning photos. This tour was the best experience of our Abu Dhabi stay! Thank you, Marly!!
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From $430 (Per Vehicle)
up to 6 guests
1 - Traveler
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).