Quad Biking Abu Dhabiself-drive an ATV across the Al Khatim dunes — no licence needed
Take the throttle yourself. Ride a powerful quad bike over the open Abu Dhabi dunes with a full safety briefing, helmet and goggles, and an instructor leading the convoy — beginner-friendly, no licence required. Choose a single or double seater, or a dedicated quad tour, and add it to any desert safari.
From AED 100 single-seater · AED 200 double · or a dedicated AED 450 quad tour — below the AED 150 market floor · pay on arrival
Your quad biking day, at a glance
The cheapest way to quad in Abu Dhabi — done properly
Most operators start quad biking at AED 150 and bury it as a vague add-on. We start at AED 100, run it 100% in Abu Dhabi, and give you the full safety set-up — no licence, no experience needed.
From AED 100 — below the market floor
A single-seater quad is AED 100 and a double-seater AED 200 added to any safari, versus the AED 150–400 most operators charge. Want more saddle time? The dedicated Quad Bike Tour is AED 450 with hotel transfer. Pay on arrival, no booking fee.
No licence, no experience needed
You get a safety briefing and a short training run, a helmet and goggles, and an instructor leading the convoy. Beginners are riding confidently within minutes, and you always set your own pace — gentle cruise or full throttle.
100% Abu Dhabi — not Dubai
Many “Abu Dhabi” quad listings actually ride Dubai’s Lahbab or Al Marmoom dunes. We ride the Al Khatim and Al Khatim deserts on your doorstep — quieter, less crowded sand with routes for every skill level.
Quad biking Abu Dhabi — prices & duration
Three clear ways to ride, all pay-on-arrival. Add a quad to a safari for the lowest price, or book the dedicated quad tour for more open desert. Sessions run morning (cooler) or around sunset.
| Option | Price | Duration | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single-seater (safari add-on) | AED 100 | ~20 min | Solo riders wanting full control |
| Double-seater (safari add-on) | AED 200 | ~20 min | Couples, a parent + child, first-timers |
| Dedicated Quad Bike Tour | AED 450 | Longer ride + transfer | More saddle time & open desert |
| Morning session | — | 8:00 AM–12:00 PM window | Cooler sand, new riders |
| Sunset session | — | 3:00–9:00 PM window | Golden light & photos |
Add a quad, or pick a full safari
The dedicated Quad Bike Tour is AED 450, or add a quad to any safari from AED 100. Below is every package and transfer compared side by side — many guests pair a safari with the quad for dune bashing, camel ride, BBQ and the ATV in one trip. Book on WhatsApp, pay on arrival.
Standard Packages
Book now · pay on arrival · 25% off
Self-Drive Safari
Drive your own car to the meeting point and join the full desert camp experience at the lowest price in Abu Dhabi.
- Dune bashing
- Camel ride
- Sandboarding
- BBQ dinner
- Live shows
Sharing Bus Pickup
Pickup from Al Wahda Mall, Mazyad Mall or Safeer Mall Shabiya in a shared bus. Easy and affordable.
- Bus transfer
- Dune bashing
- Camel ride
- BBQ dinner
- Live shows
Sharing 4×4 Pickup
Comfortable shared Toyota Land Cruiser pickup from the city, straight to the dunes for your safari.
- 4×4 transfer
- Dune bashing
- Camel ride
- BBQ dinner
- Live shows
Private Car (up to 6)
Your own private vehicle for up to 6 people. Ideal for families and groups who want their own transfer.
- Private 4×4
- Up to 6 pax
- Dune bashing
- BBQ dinner
- Live shows
Premium & Named Experiences
Signature & private safaris · 25% off
Evening Desert Safari
Our signature evening safari with VIP majlis seating and a single-seater quad bike included — sunset, dune bashing and full camp.
- VIP seating
- Quad bike
- Sunset
- BBQ dinner
- All shows
Morning Desert Safari
Start the day in the cool desert air with dune bashing, camel rides and sandboarding before the heat builds.
- Dune bashing
- Camel ride
- Sandboarding
- BBQ
- Live shows
Overnight Desert Safari
Sleep under the stars at a Bedouin-style desert camp — dune bashing, BBQ dinner, sheesha and breakfast at sunrise.
- Overnight camp
- Dune bashing
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Stargazing
Sunrise Desert Safari
A private 4-hour dawn safari — watch the desert wake up with dune bashing, sandboarding and a desert breakfast.
- Private tour
- Sunrise
- Dune bashing
- Breakfast
Sundowner Dune Safari
A private sunset dune experience with golden-hour views, refreshments and a relaxed desert atmosphere.
- Private
- Sunset
- Dune bashing
- Refreshments
Camel Trek
A slower, contemplative way to see the desert — a sunset camel ride across the golden dunes, Bedouin style.
- Camel trek
- Sunset
- Transfers
- Refreshments
Activity Tours
Add-on adventures · 25% off
Quad Bike Tour
Ride a powerful quad bike across the open dunes on a guided desert route with full safety briefing.
- Quad bike
- Guided route
- Safety gear
Dune Buggy Tour
Drive a high-powered dune buggy across the Abu Dhabi dunes — pure off-road adrenaline, per 30 minutes.
- Dune buggy
- 30 min
- Safety gear
Sandboarding Tour
Strap to a board and slide down the steep face of a desert dune — no snow required, all ages welcome.
- Sandboarding
- Equipment
- Instruction
Abu Dhabi desert safari price comparison
Same camp, same 13 core activities — the only difference is your transfer. Pick the option that fits your budget. All standard packages are book-now, pay-on-arrival.
| Package | Price | Transfer | What’s included | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Self-DriveBest value | AED 40per person | Your own car to meeting point | All 13 core activities + BBQ dinner | Book |
| Sharing Bus | AED 60per person | Shared bus from city malls | All 13 core activities + BBQ dinner | Book |
| Sharing 4×4Popular | AED 150per person | Shared Land Cruiser pickup | All 13 core activities + BBQ dinner | Book |
| Private Car | AED 700up to 6 | Private vehicle, up to 6 guests | All 13 core activities + BBQ dinner | Book |
| Evening SafariMost popular | AED 250per person | Shared, includes VIP + quad bike | All 13 + VIP majlis + single-seater quad | Book |
A single-seater quad is AED 100 and a double AED 200 added to any safari — under the AED 150–400 most operators charge — or a dedicated AED 450 Quad Bike Tour. Best value is to add the quad to the evening safari and get dune bashing, BBQ and shows too — see the evening safari →
Pick a package, add your extras, send on WhatsApp
Choose your base safari, tap the add-ons you want, and we’ll have your custom total ready. Your inquiry goes straight to our WhatsApp — we reply with availability and pickup details.
Your Safari
Prices per the option’s unit. Final total confirmed on WhatsApp.
No online payment. We confirm availability, pickup time and final price by WhatsApp on +971 50 414 6025.
Your quad biking session, step by step
From pickup to the ride itself, here’s exactly how a quad biking session in Abu Dhabi flows — whether you ride solo, double, or add it to a safari.
Hotel or mall pickup
We collect you in a 4×4 from your hotel, residence or one of our pickup malls and drive out to the Al Khatim / Al Khatim desert (about 45 minutes).
Safety briefing & gear
You get a hands-on briefing, a helmet and goggles, and the controls explained. No licence or experience needed — the instructor makes sure you’re comfortable first.
Short practice loop
A gentle practice loop on flat sand to get used to the throttle and brakes before you head for the dunes. New riders settle in within a few minutes.
Guided dune ride in convoy
Follow the instructor across the open dunes in a convoy, at your own pace — cruise gently or open the throttle on the bigger crests. Single or double seater, your choice.
Photos & water break
Pause on a scenic ridge for photos and chilled water. Great light for action shots, especially on the sunset session.
Add a safari, or head back
Carry on into a full evening or morning safari (dune bashing, camel ride, BBQ, shows) or we drive you back to your pickup point.
Everything you need to ride
Quad biking comes fully set up — safety gear, training and an instructor. The dedicated AED 450 tour adds hotel transfer. Sandboarding, a camel ride or a full BBQ safari can be combined on request.
Landscape, heritage & wildlife
🏜️ The desert landscape
The desert used for Abu Dhabi safaris spans the Al Khatim and Al Al Khatim regions, roughly 45 minutes southeast of Abu Dhabi city. The terrain is made up of wide, rolling erg dunes shaped by seasonal shamal winds, with a distinctive warm ochre colour caused by iron-oxide content in the sand that deepens to copper and amber tones at sunset. The prime season runs October to April, when daytime temperatures sit between 22°C and 30°C and clear winter nights drop to a comfortable 15°C — ideal for overnight camping and stargazing.
🏕️ Bedouin heritage
This desert was the ancestral home of the Bedouin — nomadic Arab tribes who crossed these sands for centuries, navigating by the stars and travelling by camel. Modern desert camps honour that heritage: guests are welcomed with qahwa (Arabic coffee with cardamom), fresh dates and traditional majlis seating. Henna art, Arabic costumes for photographs, and live Tanoura and belly-dance performances connect every safari to the living cultural heritage of the UAE.
🦅 Desert wildlife & the Empty Quarter
The protected desert corridors around Al Khatim are home to the Arabian oryx — the UAE’s national animal — alongside sand gazelles and migrating houbara bustards. Further south, the Liwa region and the Empty Quarter (Rub’ al Khali) hold the world’s tallest dunes, including Moreeb Dune at over 200 metres. Falcon photography, available as an add-on, lets guests pose with a trained falcon as part of the UAE’s UNESCO-recognised falconry tradition.
🏍️ What quad biking in Abu Dhabi is really like
Quad biking in Abu Dhabi puts you in the driving seat of a four-wheeled ATV (all-terrain vehicle) and lets you ride across open desert dunes under your own control. Unlike dune bashing — where you are a passenger in a 4×4 driven by a marshal — quad biking is hands-on: you twist the throttle, lean into the turns and choose your own line across the sand. The quad bikes are automatic and beginner-friendly, so you don’t need any prior riding experience or a driving licence to take part. After a short safety briefing on the controls, throttle and braking, you follow a guide in a convoy across the dunes of the Al Khatim desert, roughly 45 minutes to an hour southeast of Abu Dhabi city. It is one of the most popular adrenaline activities in the Abu Dhabi desert because it combines genuine speed and freedom with a soft, forgiving surface and a guide who keeps the whole group safe.
⚙️ Single-seater, double-seater & engine sizes
Our quad biking in Abu Dhabi is offered as a single-seater (you ride alone) or a double-seater (two people share one quad, ideal for couples or a parent with an older child). The single-seater add-on is AED 100 and the double-seater is AED 200 for up to roughly 20 minutes of riding, on top of any safari. The quads themselves are modern automatic ATVs in the 250cc to 400cc range — powerful enough to feel exciting on the dunes, yet manageable for first-time riders. Larger machines exist for experienced riders, but for most guests the standard automatic quad delivers the perfect balance of thrill and control. Because the bikes are automatic, there is no gear-changing to worry about: you simply squeeze the throttle to go and release it to slow down, which is exactly why quad biking in Abu Dhabi is so accessible to beginners.
🪪 Age, licence & who can ride
You do not need a driving licence to go quad biking in Abu Dhabi, because the riding takes place on private desert terrain rather than public roads. Adults can self-drive a single-seater, and a double-seater quad lets an adult take a child along as a passenger. There is a minimum age and height for solo riding, so younger children ride as passengers with an adult or on the camel and sandboarding parts of the trip instead. The activity is well suited to teenagers, couples, groups of friends and adventurous families. Everyone receives a safety briefing and a helmet before riding, and the guide sets the pace so that nervous first-timers and confident riders alike can enjoy the dunes at a speed that feels right for them.
⏱️ How long should your quad bike ride be?
Quad bike rides in the Abu Dhabi desert are usually sold in time blocks — commonly around 20 minutes as a safari add-on, or longer dedicated sessions of 30, 60 or 90 minutes for guests who came specifically to ride. A short 20-minute add-on is perfect if you mainly want a desert safari and a taste of the throttle, while a 30 to 60-minute session gives serious riders enough time to build confidence, cover more ground and really open up across the dunes. Longer rides are more tiring than they look — controlling a quad on soft sand uses your arms, legs and core — so first-timers are often happiest with a shorter ride bundled into a wider safari, while enthusiasts go for a longer standalone quad biking tour. Whichever length you choose, you ride in a guided convoy so nobody gets lost in the dunes.
🧥 What to wear & safety gear for quad biking
Dress for sand and sun. Closed shoes (trainers or boots) are essential for quad biking — never sandals — along with light, breathable clothing that covers your arms and legs to protect against the sun and flying sand. Sunglasses help against glare and grit, and a buff or scarf over the nose and mouth keeps the fine dust out. A helmet is always provided and must be worn, and for the cooler early-morning rides a light layer is useful. Avoid loose scarves or dangling items that could catch, and tie back long hair under the helmet. The desert sun is strong even in winter, so sunscreen is a must. With closed shoes, a helmet and sensible clothing, quad biking in Abu Dhabi is a safe, controlled and exhilarating way to experience the dunes.
🛡️ Is quad biking safe? Safety & briefing
Quad biking in Abu Dhabi is very safe when done with a guided operator. Every rider gets a hands-on safety briefing covering the throttle, brakes, steering and how to handle the quad on soft sand before setting off. You ride in a convoy behind an experienced guide who chooses a safe route and sets a comfortable pace, so you are never alone on the dunes. Helmets are compulsory and provided, and the automatic quads remove the risk of stalling or mishandling gears. The soft sand also means that the consequences of a low-speed spill are far gentler than on a hard track. As with any motorised activity, riders should stay within their comfort zone, follow the guide’s instructions and avoid showing off — do that, and quad biking is a low-risk, high-thrill highlight of any Abu Dhabi desert trip.
🛺 Quad biking vs dune buggy vs dune bashing
The Abu Dhabi desert offers three different motorised thrills, and it helps to know the difference. Quad biking means you self-drive a four-wheeled ATV, riding solo or two-up — the most hands-on and affordable way to drive the dunes yourself. A dune buggy is a powerful side-by-side car with a roll cage, steering wheel and seatbelts, seating two or four people; it is faster, more enclosed and pricier, ideal for those who want raw power with a co-driver beside them. Dune bashing is the classic experience where a professional marshal drives you over the dunes in a 4×4 Land Cruiser while you simply hold on and enjoy the ride. Many guests combine all three: ride a quad, take a buggy lap and finish with dune bashing inside a full safari. Quad biking is the sweet spot for self-drive thrills at the lowest price, which is why it is the most booked add-on in the Abu Dhabi desert.
🌅 Quad biking inside a safari vs a dedicated tour
There are two ways to enjoy quad biking in Abu Dhabi with us. The first is to add it to a desert safari: pick the single-seater (AED 100) or double-seater (AED 200) add-on and you get a guided quad ride alongside dune bashing, sandboarding, a camel ride, a BBQ dinner and live shows — the best value if you want the whole desert experience with a quad thrill built in. The second is a dedicated Quad Bike Tour from AED 450, built around longer riding time for guests who came specifically to ride. Sunrise and afternoon quad sessions are especially popular because the light is soft and the temperature comfortable. Either way you ride the quiet Al Khatim dunes southeast of the city, book with a single WhatsApp message, and pay on arrival — no online payment and no hidden fees.
“Never ridden a quad before and was nervous, but the briefing and training loop sorted that fast. Did the double-seater with my son — AED 200, brilliant value, and the instructor let us go at our own pace.”
“We did the self-drive option to save money and it was honestly fantastic value. Same camp, same activities, a fraction of the price. The sunset was unreal.”
“So much quieter than the Dubai desert. Our driver was excellent and added the long dune bashing for us. The quad bike add-on was the highlight for my son.”
“The overnight safari was magical. Stargazing, the Bedouin camp, sunrise over the dunes — worth every dirham. Highly recommend the VIP majlis seating.”
“Transparent pricing, replied instantly on WhatsApp, and no hidden charges. The belly dance and fire show were brilliant and the kids loved the camel ride.”
“Booked the camel trek for sunset and it was the most peaceful hour of our holiday. Beautiful dunes, lovely team, easy WhatsApp booking. Will be back.”
Single, double or dedicated tour — which is right for you?
No experience needed for any of them. Use this to choose before you message us — then tell us the option on WhatsApp and we’ll set it up.
Single-seater — full control
You ride solo and steer your own line across the dunes. Best for confident or curious riders who want the real hands-on thrill. ~20 min within a safari. Helmet, goggles and briefing included.
Double-seater — ride together
Two people on one quad. Ideal for couples, a parent with a child, or anyone nervous about riding alone. One person drives, one holds on. ~20 min, same dunes, same gear.
Dedicated Quad Tour — more sand
A longer, standalone ride with more open desert and hotel transfer included — for when 20 minutes isn’t enough. Add sandboarding or a camel ride to round it out.
Good to know before you ride
Quad biking Abu Dhabi — FAQs
No. You do not need any driving licence to ride a quad bike (ATV) in the Abu Dhabi desert. Every rider gets a hands-on safety briefing and a short training run first, and you ride in a guided convoy behind an instructor on beginner-friendly routes, so first-timers are comfortable within minutes.
Quad biking starts at AED 100 for a single-seater or AED 200 for a double-seater (about 20 minutes) added to any desert safari — below the usual AED 150 market floor in Abu Dhabi. For a longer, dedicated ride you can book the Quad Bike Tour at AED 450 per person with hotel transfer. All prices are pay-on-arrival with no booking fee.
Younger children can ride as a passenger on a double-seater with an adult. Solo riding is generally from around 13 to 16 years depending on the bike size and the rider’s confidence and height. Tell us the ages of your group on WhatsApp and we will match the right bike and route.
Yes. A helmet and goggles are provided, you get a full safety briefing before you start, and you ride in a guided convoy led by an experienced instructor on routes chosen for your skill level. You always set your own pace — you can cruise gently or open up on the bigger dunes.
As a safari add-on the ride is about 20 minutes across the dunes. The dedicated Quad Bike Tour runs longer with more open desert and bigger routes. Trails range from flat, beginner-friendly stretches to rolling dunes, so the distance scales with your confidence.
A single-seater (AED 100) means you ride solo with full control of the bike. A double-seater (AED 200) carries two people on one quad — ideal for couples, a parent with a child, or nervous first-timers who would rather ride with someone. Both run about 20 minutes within a safari.
We ride in the Al Khatim and Al Khatim deserts, about 45 minutes from Abu Dhabi city. These dunes are quieter and far less crowded than Dubai’s, with a mix of flat terrain and rolling dunes that suits every skill level — from complete beginners to experienced riders.
Wear comfortable, covered clothing and closed shoes, and bring sunglasses. A helmet and goggles are provided. Bring a phone or camera for the photo stops; water is provided. In winter (October to March) a light layer is useful for cooler mornings and evenings.
Yes, and most guests do. You can add a quad bike from AED 100 to an evening or morning safari, so you get dune bashing, a camel ride, sandboarding, a BBQ dinner and the quad in a single trip. If you only want the riding, book the standalone Quad Bike Tour at AED 450.
Booking is on WhatsApp. Message us at +971 50 414 6025 with your date, group size and whether you want single or double seaters, and we confirm your pickup. There is no booking fee and no online payment — you pay on arrival.
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