Abu Dhabi: Sunrise Desert Safari Experience
Overview
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Wake up early to escape Abu Dhabi to witness a desert sunrise. Relax with round-trip transportation to the middle of the desert, where you will watch the sunrise over the dunes and taste Arabic coffee while seating in the carpet in the high dunes. End your experience with a short camel ride before heading back to the city.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for child aged 3 and under
Comfortable clothing is advised, including closed-toed shoes and trousers ; Warm clothing is recommended during the winter (October to March)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Arabic Tea, Coffee, Date, Soft Drinks & Water
Short Camel ride
Hotel pickup and drop-off (Sharing /Private option available)
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Enjoy watching the Sunrise from Middle of Desert while having Arabic Tea, Coffee & Dates Short Camel Riding
Options
Sunrise Safari - Sharing Basis
Duration: 3 hours
Pick up and drop by 4WD: Each 4WD consists of 6 passengers.
water, coffee and dates
short camel ride
Pickup included
Private Sunrise Desert Safari Tour from Abu Dhabi
Short Camel Ride
Duration: 3 hours
Water, coffee, and dates
4x4 Vehicle: Max 6 pax. Pick-up available from residences or specific locations within Abu Dhabi city limits, Please provide your location
Pickup included
Reviews
191 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful way to start...
Susan M,
Oct 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00Wonderful way to start your day. It can be an active or passive experience. I enjoyed being present with my husband and finding a separate dune to watch the sun break through the horizon.
A great morning trip!
Lucy A,
Oct 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a great time watching the sun rise over the desert. Our tour guide, Abdul Rasheed, was helpful, kind, and knowledgeable. It was a great way to spend the morning and each stop by adequately timed. Being able to see a camel farm as well as ride a camel and sand board rounded out the trip really well. I would highly recommend this excursion and it was a great way to spend the morning.
Amazing Sunrise Safari!
Marcella M,
Jul 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a beautiful morning in the desert with this sunrise safari. The Jeep ride over the dunes was so much fun, and our guide Faizy was excellent — friendly, skilled, and made everything feel easy and safe. We loved the camel ride and had a good laugh sandboarding — especially fun for us coming from the Alps! Truly a memorable experience. Thanks, Faizy!
What an absolute DREAM!
Lisa H,
Jun 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Faizy was the best tour guide I could ever imagine to curate this amazing experience In the desert! This is an absolute MUST if you are in Abu Dhabi
Wonderful desert experience at dawn
Glauco M,
Jun 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Beautiful hike in the desert at dawn. The Faisel guide is an exceptional, kind, helpful and extremely professional driver made us appreciate a wonderful morning on the desert dunes at dawn helping us to capture unforgettable shots of this experience.
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Operated by Emirates Tours and Safaris