A private desert dinner tent illuminated by lanterns at dusk.

Private Desert Experience

Private Sunset Dune Dinner

Leave the city behind for a private evening among Abu Dhabi's golden dunes. Travel across the desert in your own 4x4 vehicle, enjoy dune bashing, camel riding, and sandboarding, then settle into a thoughtfully arranged dinner setting as the sun disappears below the horizon. A BBQ meal, quiet surroundings, and stargazing complete an intimate desert escape designed for up to four guests.

Per trip

AED 3,450

Maximum 4 guests

Best for

  • Couples
  • Anniversaries and special occasions
  • Families seeking privacy
  • Small groups
  • Travellers who prefer a private experience
Duration
Approximately 5 hours
Pickup
Pickup and drop-off included
Experience Type
Private desert experience
Group Size
Maximum 4 guests
Location
Abu Dhabi Desert
Availability
Daily
Operating Time
3:30 PM - 8:30 PM

What this experience feels like.

Experience the desert at its most peaceful with a private evening created for couples, families, and small groups. Away from crowded camps and busy city surroundings, the Private Sunset Dune Dinner offers space to slow down, enjoy the landscape, and share a memorable meal beneath the open sky.

Your experience begins with pickup in a private 4x4 Land Cruiser before travelling into Abu Dhabi's desert. Enjoy an exciting dune drive, try sandboarding, take a camel ride, and pause to watch the changing colours of the dunes as the sun approaches the horizon.

As evening settles in, relax at a private dune dinner setup with Arabic coffee, tea, dates, refreshments, fruit, and a BBQ meal with vegetarian and non-vegetarian selections. After dinner, enjoy the stillness of the desert and look up at the stars before returning to the city.

What is included in the plan.

Pickup and drop-off.

Private 4x4 Land Cruiser.

Dune bashing.

Sandboarding.

Camel riding.

Sunset viewing stop.

Private dune dinner setup.

BBQ dinner with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.

Arabic coffee, tea, and dates.

Fruit basket.

Water and soft drinks.

Stargazing.

Optional bonfire, subject to confirmation and operating conditions.

  • Personal expenses.
  • Souvenirs.
  • Additional food or beverages outside the listed inclusions.
  • Optional gratuities.
  • Services not specifically listed under "What's Included."
  • Special celebration decorations, cakes, photography, or customised arrangements unless confirmed separately.

A simple look at how the experience unfolds.

Schedule may vary depending on seasonal sunset timings.

  1. 13:30 PM

    Private Pickup

    Meet your driver at your hotel or agreed pickup point and begin the journey to the desert in a private 4x4 Land Cruiser.

  2. 2Desert arrival

    Dune Bashing

    Travel across the rolling dunes during an exciting private 4x4 desert drive.

  3. 3Afternoon

    Camel Riding and Sandboarding

    Enjoy a camel ride and try sandboarding on the soft desert slopes.

  4. 4Sunset

    Sunset Viewing

    Pause in the dunes to watch the desert change colour as the sun approaches the horizon.

  5. 5Evening

    Private Dune Dinner

    Settle into your private dinner arrangement and enjoy Arabic refreshments, fruit, and a BBQ meal beneath the open sky.

  6. 6After dinner

    Stargazing

    Enjoy the quiet desert surroundings and look up at the night sky before beginning your return journey.

  7. 7Return

    Private Drop-Off

    Relax during the drive back to your hotel or agreed drop-off point.

  • Wear comfortable clothing suitable for warm desert conditions.
  • Closed shoes are recommended for walking on sand.
  • Bring sunglasses and sunscreen for the afternoon.
  • A light jacket may be useful during cooler months.
  • Bring a camera or smartphone for sunset photographs.
  • Inform the ARVY team in advance about dietary requirements or special occasion requests.
  • The experience is priced per private trip, not per person.
  • The maximum group size is four guests.
  • Pickup time may vary slightly depending on location and seasonal sunset timing.
  • The bonfire is optional and must be confirmed in advance.
  • Special decorations, cakes, photography, or personalised arrangements are not included unless separately agreed.
  • Travellers should disclose relevant mobility, medical, or dietary requirements during the enquiry process so suitability can be confirmed.
  • Desert activities and timing may be adjusted when weather or operating conditions require it.

Plan with ARVY

Plan Your Private Evening in the Desert

Choose your preferred date and share the details of your group with our team. We can help confirm availability, pickup arrangements, dietary requirements, and any special occasion requests before your private desert evening.

A private desert dinner tent illuminated by lanterns at dusk.

Per trip

AED 3,450

Maximum 4 guests