What makes the VIP Desert Safari Abu Dhabi different from the standard tour?

You get a separate VIP seating area, priority/separate dinner service and a quieter, more premium camp experience for the same core dune bashing and show activities.

Is VIP seating shared with other guests?

Your group has its own reserved VIP seating area, separate from the general camp seating.

Can I upgrade the VIP Desert Safari with a quad bike ride?

Yes, choose the VIP Desert Safari + ATV package to add a 30-minute quad bike ride to your VIP experience.

Is the VIP Desert Safari suitable for a special occasion?

Yes, many guests choose the VIP Desert Safari Abu Dhabi package for anniversaries, proposals and birthday celebrations because of the private seating and premium dinner service.

How much does the VIP Desert Safari Abu Dhabi cost?

The price is AED 199 per person. It includes hotel pickup and drop-off, dune bashing, a camel ride, sandboarding, the VIP seating area, the separate dinner service and all the live shows.

What time does the VIP desert safari run?

Pickup from your hotel in Abu Dhabi is between 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM, and you are dropped back between 9:00 PM and 9:30 PM. The full experience takes around 6 hours.

Is the VIP desert safari suitable for children and pregnant women?

Children are welcome, and the reserved VIP seating makes the evening easier for families. Dune bashing is not recommended for pregnant women or very small babies — tell us when booking and we can plan a gentler ride to the camp.

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before pickup. Just book on WhatsApp and pay on the day by cash or card.

VIP Desert Safari Abu Dhabi

Our VIP Desert Safari Abu Dhabi package is built for guests who want the full dune bashing and desert camp experience, minus the crowds — with VIP sitting and a separate dinner service reserved just for your group. Hotel pickup, dune bashing, a camel ride, sandboarding and the live shows are all included.

What Is Included in VIP Desert Safari Abu Dhabi?

PRICE: AED 199 per person

4x4 Pick-Up & Drop-Off
VIP Sitting Area
Separate Dinner Service
4x4 Dune Bashing
Short Camel Riding
Sand Boarding

Arabic Coffee & Dates on Arrival
Buffet BBQ Dinner with Vegetarian Options
Free-Flowing Soft Drinks & Water
Belly Dance & Tanoura Show
Fire Show
Henna Painting (for Women)

What Makes This VIP

Instead of general camp seating, VIP guests are seated in a reserved carpeted area with their own dedicated server for the BBQ buffet — so you get more attention and a quieter setting to enjoy the shows.

Same Thrill, More Comfort

You still get the full 4x4 dune bashing ride, camel riding and sandboarding — the VIP upgrade is about comfort and privacy once you reach the camp, not a shorter itinerary.

Your VIP Desert Safari Abu Dhabi Step by Step

We pick you up between 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM and drive out to the Al Khatim desert for dune bashing and a sunset photo stop. After a short camel ride and sandboarding, you arrive at camp to Arabic coffee and dates — and instead of joining the general seating, you settle into your reserved VIP area. Dinner is served to your table while the Tanoura dance, belly dance and fire shows run, and you are back at your hotel between 9:00 PM and 9:30 PM.

Who the VIP Package Suits Best

The VIP safari is popular with couples, honeymooners, families who want their own space, and anyone celebrating something special. If you are planning a truly private evening, take a look at our Romantic Dune Dinner or the Private Desert Safari. All options are listed on the packages page.

Safe Dune Bashing in a 4x4 Land Cruiser

VIP guests ride in the same well-maintained Toyota Land Cruisers as our standard safari, with seatbelts on every seat and trained, licensed drivers behind the wheel. You can ask for a gentler or wilder ride — just tell your driver. For a fuller picture, read our dune bashing guide for Abu Dhabi.

Best Season, What to Wear and How to Book

The VIP safari runs daily and feels best from October to April, when evenings in the Al Khatim desert are cool. Pack a light jacket in winter, and check our guides on the best time for a desert safari and what to wear. To book, message us on WhatsApp — you pay on the day by cash or card, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup. Check our offers page for current deals.