Where does the tour start — do I need to get myself to Liwa?

No. Hotel pickup is included from your Abu Dhabi accommodation at 08:30. You'll be dropped back at your hotel at approximately 18:30.

How much should I budget for the optional activities?

Prices for on-site activities are set by the local operators and paid in cash directly on the day. We recommend bringing extra cash if you plan to try any of them.

Is this suitable for children?

Children aged two and under travel free of charge. Children over two should be booked as adults. Dune bashing is an active, bumpy ride, so use your judgement for very young children.

Is the tour suitable for pregnant travellers or people with mobility issues?

The operator does not recommend this tour for expectant mothers or people with disabilities, due to the physical nature of dune bashing.

Do I need to print my ticket?

A mobile ticket is accepted — simply have your booking confirmation ready on your phone when your driver arrives.

Liwa Desert Safari Tour

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Ticket type

Mobile ticket

Confirmation

Instant

What's included

4x4 dune bashing ride with experienced driver

Lunch in the desert

Hotel pickup and drop-off (Abu Dhabi)

Not included

Optional activities: quad biking, camel riding, buggy driving, henna painting, shisha — paid separately on site

Personal expenses and gratuities

What to expect

Hotel pickup
08:30 departure
Your driver collects you from your Abu Dhabi hotel and heads south towards the Liwa desert.
Dune bashing
Included
Your experienced driver takes the 4x4 across the towering golden and red dunes of the Rub' al Khali — the centrepiece of the day.
Lunch in the desert
Included
A meal is served in the middle of the desert, giving you a chance to take in the surroundings before the afternoon activities.
Optional activities
Pay on site
Quad biking, camel riding, buggy driving, henna painting, and shisha are all available to add on at your own expense directly on site.
Return to hotel
18:30 drop-off
Your driver brings you back to your Abu Dhabi hotel at the end of the day.

Meeting point

Hotel pickup — Abu Dhabi (your accommodation)

Your driver will collect you from your hotel lobby at 08:30. Confirm your hotel name and room number at the time of booking so the pickup can be arranged.

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What to bring

Comfortable, lightweight clothing suitable for the desert
Sun protection: sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat
Cash for any optional on-site activities
Your booking confirmation (mobile ticket accepted)

Liwa Desert Safari Tour

Liwa Desert Safari Tour

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