Private Desert Safari Abu Dhabi — AED 700 for Your Own Land Cruiser
Skip shared buses. From 2:30 PM your own Toyota Land Cruiser and dedicated driver collect you, take you to Al Khatim desert for exclusive dune bashing at your own pace, then deliver you to our camp for camel ride, sandboarding, live shows and a full buffet BBQ dinner. Return by 9:30 PM. The whole car is AED 700 — split six ways that is AED 117 each, less than a shared 4×4 pickup on many operators. No strangers, no waiting, no compromise.
Your Car, Your Pace
Private Land Cruiser + driver. Stop where you want, linger on dunes, leave when you are ready.
Best Value Private Rate
AED 700 flat for up to 6 guests — as low as AED 117 per person when full.
★4.9 Rated
3,500+ guests verified. DTCM-licensed operator. Pay cash on arrival — no card risk.
Golden-Hour Dunes
Al Khatim’s red sand dunes at sunset — the most photogenic dune field near Abu Dhabi city.
One WhatsApp Books It
Message us, confirm date and pickup point — done. No online forms, no hidden fees.
Family & Group Safe
Child-safe routing, no speed pressure, private space for families, couples and office groups.
Private Desert Safari — Quick Facts
| Tour type | Private (your group only, exclusive car + driver) |
| Price | AED 700 flat — whole car up to 6 guests |
| Per person (group of 6) | ~AED 117 — cheaper than many shared 4×4 options |
| Pickup time | From 2:30 PM — from your hotel, residence or agreed point |
| Return time | ~9:00 – 9:30 PM (drop-off at original pickup point) |
| Vehicle | Toyota Land Cruiser 200 (seats up to 6, private) |
| Desert location | Al Khatim (45 min from Abu Dhabi city centre) |
| Camp | Shared Bedouin camp (car is private; camp is shared) |
| Payment | Pay on arrival — cash only, no card fees |
| Licence | DTCM-licensed operator — Abu Dhabi |
Cost Per Person by Group Size
One flat AED 700 — the more friends, the cheaper it gets.
| Group size | Total | Per person | vs. Sharing 4×4 (AED 150) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | AED 700 | AED 350 | +AED 200 more |
| 3 guests | AED 700 | AED 233 | +AED 83 more |
| 4 guests | AED 700 | AED 175 | +AED 25 more |
| 5 guests | AED 700 | AED 140 | ≈ same |
| 6 guests | AED 700 | AED 117 | AED 33 cheaper |
★ Groups of 7+ need two cars — message us for two-car rate.
Private vs. Sharing — Which Is Right for You?
| You prefer… | Private (AED 700 / car) | Sharing 4×4 (AED 150 / person) |
|---|---|---|
| Flexible departure time | ✔ Your schedule | Fixed 2:30 PM |
| No strangers in the car | ✔ Exclusive | Mixed group |
| Travelling alone or as a couple | Pricier per head | ✔ Better value |
| Group of 5–6 | ✔ Cheapest option | AED 750–900 total |
| Family with young children | ✔ Safest choice | Shared vehicle |
💬 Tell us your group size — we’ll recommend the right option
5 Ways to Book a Private Desert Safari in Abu Dhabi
Standard Private Car
Toyota Land Cruiser 200 · up to 6 · all standard activities included · AED 700 flat
Private + VIP Majlis
Your car + reserved VIP majlis seating at camp with live BBQ · add AED 80/seat
Private Car + Quad Bike
Car + single-seater quad (AED 100) or double-seater (AED 200) for up to 20 min rides
Romantic Dune Dinner
Private car + romantic dinner setup (candles, rose petals) at camp · mention occasion when booking
Corporate Group — Multiple Cars
7 to 50+ guests? We deploy multiple private Land Cruisers with a coordinating guide. Company groups, incentive trips and team outings. Fixed per-car rate — no surprise charges.
Popular Occasions for Private Desert Safari
Planning any of the above? Tell us in your WhatsApp message — we’ll arrange small touches at no extra cost.
What Is Included in the Private Desert Safari
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Private Desert Safari Abu Dhabi — FAQs
Ready for Your Private Desert Adventure?
AED 700 for the whole Land Cruiser. Up to 6 guests. Pay on arrival.
★4.9 · 3,500+ guests · DTCM-licensed · No deposit required
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📷Private desert safari Abu Dhabi — FAQ
How much is a private desert safari in Abu Dhabi?
AED 700 per vehicle for up to 6 guests with Desert Safaris Booking — about AED 117 per person when 6 share. That covers your own Land Cruiser with a driver, door-to-door pickup, dune bashing at your pace in Al Khatim, and the full evening at the camp: BBQ dinner, camel ride and the three live shows. You pay on arrival by cash or card — no deposit.
Is the private safari really just for my group?
Yes. The car is yours alone — no strangers join. You set the pace on the dunes, you decide when to leave the dunes and head to the camp, and your table at the camp is reserved for your group.
Can we skip the dune bashing on a private safari?
Yes. Tell your driver before the dunes and you will head straight to the camp along the desert road — everything else stays the same. The AED 700 covers the whole vehicle, so the price does not change if you skip.
What time does the private safari start and finish?
Pickup is between 2:30 and 3:30 PM from anywhere in Abu Dhabi — your hotel, home, Yas Island, Saadiyat or the Corniche — and drop-off is between 9:00 and 9:45 PM. We confirm your exact pickup slot on WhatsApp.
Is dinner the same as on the sharing safaris?
Yes — the same camp, the same halal BBQ buffet dinner (veg and non-veg) and the same three live shows: belly dance, LED Tanoura and the fire show. The difference is your reserved table and your own schedule.
Is alcohol served at the camp?
No. The camp serves no alcohol. Soft drinks, water, tea and Arabic coffee are unlimited, and bringing your own alcohol is not allowed.
Can small children join a private safari?
Yes — children under 3 join free, and child seats are available on request. Grandparents who prefer a gentle ride can take the calm desert road to the camp while the rest of the group does the dunes, or sit out the dune drive entirely.
What if we are 7 or more guests?
One car takes up to 6 guests, so 7 or more means two or more cars — your group still travels together in convoy. Send us the headcount on WhatsApp and we will quote the exact number of cars.
Do we really get a reserved table?
Yes. Private groups get a reserved table at the camp for dinner and the shows — no queuing for seats, and your group stays together for the whole evening.
How do I book a private desert safari?
Send one WhatsApp message to +971 50 414 6025 with your date, number of guests, pickup area and the word “Private”. We confirm your car, pickup time and total — AED 700 per vehicle — and you pay on arrival by cash or card. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before.
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