The experience
A first quad ride, inside a full desert safari
The sunset sharing tour puts you on a 250cc quad for 10 minutes in the late afternoon light, then carries on as a full desert safari: dune bashing in a shared 4x4, sandboarding, a camel farm stop and the desert camp as the sun goes down. You share the 4x4 with other guests, which keeps the price per person low.
- 10minon the quad, you drive
- Shared4x4 with other guests
- 314AEDper person, flat
- 250ccautomatic quad
Ride a 250cc quad yourself for 10 minutes in the late afternoon light over the Al Khatim dunes, as part of a shared desert safari. You join other guests in a 4x4 with a guide, then dune bashing, sandboarding, a camel farm stop and the desert camp as the sun goes down. It is the simplest and cheapest way to try a quad in Abu Dhabi.
Our quads are 250cc automatic ATVs, one rider each, so there are no gears to learn. After a safety briefing you drive the quad yourself on a marked route, with a guide riding alongside the whole time.
Best for one or two riders, or anyone on a budget who wants a quick taste of quad biking inside a full desert safari.
If you are four or more, compare the private morning tour: your own 4x4 can work out cheaper per person and gives a longer ride.
See also the Private Morning Quad Bike Adventure, Private Evening Quad Bike Adventure and the Private Quad Bike Desert Dinner, or compare all four on the Quad Bike Abu Dhabi page.
- Self-drive 250cc quad
- Shared 4x4
- Dune bashing
- Sandboarding
- Camel farm
- Sunset at the camp
Prices for your group
One flat price per person, whatever the size of your group, because you share the 4x4 with other guests. The quad ride on this tour is 10 minutes.
| Group | Group total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | AED 314 | AED 314 |
| 2 guests | AED 628 | AED 314 |
| 3 guests | AED 942 | AED 314 |
| 4 guests | AED 1,256 | AED 314 |
| 5 guests | AED 1,570 | AED 314 |
| 6 guests | AED 1,884 | AED 314 |
| 7 guests | AED 2,198 | AED 314 |
| 8 guests | AED 2,512 | AED 314 |
Prices in AED, including VAT. One rider per quad. For a ride of 30 minutes or an hour, choose one of the private tours below.
Your itinerary
Times move a little with traffic, the season and the time of sunset. We confirm your exact pickup time when you book.
- From 2:30 PMHotel pickupWe collect you from your hotel in Abu Dhabi in the afternoon. We confirm the exact time when you book.
- Step 2Drive out to Al KhatimAbout 45 to 60 minutes on the Al Ain road to the dunes, in the shared 4x4.
- Step 3Briefing and helmetYour guide explains the controls, the throttle and the hand signals, and fits your helmet.
- Step 4Your quad rideTen minutes on the 250cc quad, driving it yourself on a marked route with the guide alongside.
- Step 5Dune bashingBack in the 4x4 for a run over the dunes with your driver.
- Step 6SandboardingA board down the soft side of a dune, as many times as you like.
- Step 7Camel farmA stop at a camel farm on the way through the desert.
- End of the tourSunset at the campWatch the sun go down over the dunes, then the drive back to your hotel.
What is included
Included
- A 10 minute self-drive ride on a 250cc quad
- A seat in a shared 4x4 with a guide
- Hotel pickup and drop off in Abu Dhabi
- Dune bashing in the 4x4
- Sandboarding
- A camel farm stop
- Time at the desert camp at sunset
- Helmet and safety briefing
- Refreshments
Not included
- A quad ride longer than 10 minutes (choose a private tour)
- A private 4x4 for your group
- BBQ buffet dinner and live shows (choose the evening tour)
Good to know
- DurationAbout 6 hours, from hotel pickup to drop off
- PickupFrom 2:30 PM from your hotel in Abu Dhabi; we confirm the exact time
- Who ridesAdults, one rider per quad. Children join the 4x4 and the rest of the tour
- What to wearClosed shoes and long trousers. A helmet is provided
- CancellationFree up to 24 hours before the start
- BookingOn WhatsApp, up to 4 hours before the start. Pay on confirmation
Our promise
What other desert tours leave out, we write down.
- No extras sold on the dayThe price you agree on WhatsApp is the price. Nobody sells you a longer ride, photos or seating at the camp.
- A route through the dunesYou ride a marked route in the Al Khatim dunes with your guide alongside, after a full safety briefing.
- Licensed in Abu DhabiArabiers Holidays is a licensed tour operator, DET licence 1176592, with an office in Al Danah, Abu Dhabi.
- Real people on WhatsAppOur Abu Dhabi team answers you, before the tour and on the day.
Is this tour right for you?
Perfect if you...
- Are one or two riders
- Want a quick first taste of quad biking
- Want the lowest price per person
- Want dune bashing, sandboarding and the sunset in the same trip
Maybe not, if you...
- Want a longer ride (choose the private morning tour)
- Are four or more (your own 4x4 can cost less each)
- Want dinner and shows (choose the evening tour)
- Want the vehicle to yourselves (choose a private tour)
What guests say
"Mujeeb is the best driver one could wish for. He picked me up from the airport, he is extremely kind, professional and made the whole trip smooth and enjoyable. He knows the perfect spots for photos."
Petra P, Tripadvisor, December 2025
"Perfect. Mujeeb was kind and on time. He shared with us interesting details about the history of the place. The ride was exceptional fun."
Aviad H, Google review, Arabiers Holidays Abu Dhabi
Arabiers Holidays, Abu Dhabi
A licensed tour operator, DET licence 1176592. Our office is at 833 Al Falah Street, Al Danah, and our own guides run every quad tour.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the sunset sharing quad bike ride?
AED 314 per person, including VAT. It is a flat price per person because you share the 4x4 with other guests, so two people pay AED 628 and four pay AED 1,256.
How long is the quad ride on this tour?
The quad ride is 10 minutes. The tour itself runs from your hotel pickup in the afternoon to your drop off in the evening, with dune bashing, sandboarding, the camel farm and the camp around the ride.
Can I ride the quad for longer than 10 minutes?
Not on the shared tour. For a 30 minute or one hour ride, book one of the private tours: the morning tour offers 10, 30 or 60 minutes, and the evening and dinner tours offer 30 or 60 minutes.
What is included in the price?
The 10 minute quad ride, a seat in a shared 4x4 with a guide, hotel pickup and drop off in Abu Dhabi, dune bashing, sandboarding, a camel farm stop, time at the desert camp at sunset, a helmet, the safety briefing and refreshments.
Is the 4x4 shared with other guests?
Yes. You travel with other guests in one 4x4 with a guide, which is why the price is lower than the private tours. If you would like the vehicle to yourselves, choose a private tour.
What time does the tour start?
We collect you in the afternoon so that you reach the dunes in the late afternoon light and see the sunset at the camp. We confirm the exact pickup time with your booking, as it moves with the time of sunset.
Who can ride the quad?
Adults ride the quads, one rider per quad. Children are welcome on the tour and join the 4x4, the sandboarding and the camel farm, but do not ride. Tell us the ages in your group when you book.
Do I need a licence or any experience?
No licence and no experience are needed. The quads are automatic, the guide gives a full briefing first and rides alongside you, and most of our riders have never been on a quad before.
Is a helmet provided?
Yes. A helmet is provided and worn for the whole ride. Wear closed shoes and long trousers, because sand at speed is abrasive.
Where do you pick up from?
From your hotel in Abu Dhabi, and we drop you back there at the end. The riding is in the Al Khatim desert, about 45 to 60 minutes away on the Al Ain road.
How do I book, and do I pay in advance?
Send us your date, hotel and number of guests on WhatsApp. We hold your place and confirm the pickup, and payment is settled on confirmation or on the day, with no upfront online payment needed to reserve.
Can I cancel or change my booking?
Yes. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time, and you can change the date on WhatsApp. We take bookings up to 4 hours before the start, and you pay on confirmation, with nothing to pay online.
