Abu Dhabi Desert Safari Tours & Packages

By Abu Dhabi Desert Safari Guides & Locals

Sunset timing

Sunset timing does change after few days. Yu should check the current timing before you head for the sunset safari.

Desert Safari without Dune bashing

It is not a must you try dune bashing if you don’t want to. The activity is not ideal for pregnant mothers, people of old age, to mention a few. You can choose other activities which you are comfortable to try during the safari.

Desert rains and sandstorms

It rains rarely in the Abu Dhabi desert. The chances of the desert safari being canceled due to rains are 5%. But there are chances of sandstorms in the desert.

If there are sandstorms the tour operators reschedules the safari. The sandstorms make it hard to enjoy the off-roading activities.

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Insurance and Safety Policies

All local tour operators have vehicle third-party liability insurance to cover in case of the vehicle rollover the dunes. The dunes are steep and can lead to the vehicle tip over. The insurance will cover those on board.

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You can collect the Abu Dhabi souvenirs as a reminder of the experience. There are shops at the traditional camps (Where Standard Safari takes place) where you can buy the souvenirs.

Some of the souvenirs you can collect to remind you of the Abu Dhabi heritage include ornate wooden carvings, local art, gold jewellery, and carpets.

These souvenirs are sold in all shapes and sizes ranging from the smallest silver pillbox to a large hand-woven rug. The cost is much lower when you buy in Abu Dhabi compared to elsewhere.

It is important to know where to buy authentic item because there are some shops not selling genuine ones. The price of souvenirs is higher at the desert shops compared with the ones at the city

There are a number of animals which live in the Al Khatim Desert. During your visit some of the animals which you may encounter are :

One of adventurous tours on this list is the camel trekking tour. Although no prior riding experience is needed and our expert team is there to guide you on your ride, these are a few common

Do’s

• Camels are very sociable creatures, treat them kindly and they will treat you like family too. One of the best ways to bond is to feed them under the guidance of your tour guide.
• Always follow the advice of the Arabiers team when on tour, they are experts who will keep you safe and secure.

Don’t

• When you are unmounted do not stand directly in front of the camel as they might sneeze or blow foam from their mouths.
• Do not litter before, after and especially during the ride as the camels might attempt to examine or eat them, leaving you at risk of falling off if your are riding on top.
• Although camels are tame, peaceful creatures avoid getting in-between baby camels and their mothers.
• Built for survival, animals in the desert are nocturnal creatures but you can witness tracks of animals like snakes and rodents. If you do avoid going closer and keep your distance.

Even though there is nothing to fret, as you will be touring with a guide, these are a few beneficial tips to keep in mind.

Even though there is nothing to fret, as you will be touring with a guide, these are a few beneficial tips to keep in mind.

To preserve your body temperature and sweat, try to find or build a shelter and avoid wondering around the desert when it’s scorching hot outside. It is also beneficial to keep your clothes on to prevent dehydration and sunburns.

The best way to find water sources is through nature, specifically birds like pigeons and insects. These animals are a dead giveaway of water nearby. You can also dig sand dunes above the tidemark that meet the sea to reveal a thin layer of fresh water.

There is a reason Arabs are some of the greatest travelers in history even without maps and equipment in a ever-changing terrain. Although a compass can be beneficial, Arabs would use stars to aid them at night especially the North Star, Polaris. Getting familiar with your surroundings though rocks, dune shapes and wind direction are some ways to determine which direction to take.