The capital city of UAE is a perfect plan for your next get away. The allure of the city's inhabitants is a blend of culture, modernity, and luxury, which makes Abu Dhabi a family-friendly destination. A family desert safari in the majestic dunes will be an unforgettable experience mixed with thrill, adventure, and fun.
This blog is a specially curated guide to meet all your doubts regarding the Desert Safari Tour in Abu Dhabi. Read more to find out the tips to remember on desert safari for family and suggestions of must-visit places and experiences.
Why choose a desert safari for families?
The dunes are the best option for unwinding away from the chaos of city life. Although the Desert Safari Abu Dhabi is an adventure filled activity, all kinds of safety measurements are ensured. This makes it suitable for people from all age groups. The fun, thrill and adventure shared on a family desert safari will be a great piece of memory to cherish and a reason to make your bond stronger.
Best time to go on a family desert safari
The rigid climate of desert lands are high temperatures in daylight and a cool breeze at night times. Winters are the most preferred time to choose a desert safari for family, as the Summer temperatures can be harsh on kids. October to April are the most perfect time period.
While talking about the best time of day, mornings and Evening Desert Safari Abu Dhabi are chosen by tourists. Select the one month and time according to your comfortability. Avoid afternoons and Summer periods to avoid the harsh climate, for a better smooth and comfortable experience for your family.
Types of desert safari for families
Different types of desert safaris are offered by tour operators on a single day. Each has its own unique features, let's have a look at the types of desert safari available for families.
- Short trips filled with activities are the best choice for families with small kids. Choose Morning Desert Safari Abu Dhabi to watch the sunrise over the horizons of the dunes and other desert activities.
- Evening desert safari is a perfect mix of cultural entertainment with adventurous activities. You can also enjoy the mesmerising sunset view which turns the whole colours of the desert lands. Temperature in the desert will get lower as the time moves towards night, this will make a comfortable atmosphere to enjoy the views and experience the cultural treats.
- Desert looks entirely different at night times. The dunes and breeze become cooler and the sky will be stars. Enjoy a dinner and stay at the Bedouin camps with Overnight Desert Safari Abu Dhabi, and experience the warmth of Emirate culture. Spending a night under the shining stars in the sky will feel like a scene straight out of a fairy tale.
Fun activities for the whole family
Desert Safari is not just about visiting the dunes, the fun filled activities will make you closer to the nature and the culture of the land. There are many activities offered which can be enjoyed by people from all age groups of a family.
- Dune Bashing: Many people might have doubts on what is dune bashing. A ride over the dunes will give you an adrenaline rush by experiencing the ups and downs of the land. It's a perfect choice for adults and kids. For children mild versions (less adventurous rides) are available, where they can safely enjoy the landscape.
- Camel Riding: A ride over the most common domestic animal over the dunes will be an unforgettable experience for your family. The most authentic way to see the endless sand lands is a camel ride. These trained animals are safe for children and adults.
- Sandboarding: A ride that is similar to the snow gilding, but here it will be performed over the sand. It is a safe ride filled with fun and adventure for children and adults. Step over the board to slide up and down through the dunes to experience the views and climate of the desert lands.
- Quad Biking: A ride over the dunes in a 4x4 vehicle to experience the dunes is a fun adventure. This is mostly preferred and suitable for teenagers and parents who have an eye for adventure.
- Falcon Photography: These birds are the national bird of UAE, which have a great role in the nation's history. A photograph with the falcon is mandatory on a visit to Abu Dhabi. Trainers will help you to spend time with it by feeding them and taking photographs.
- Cultural Programs: Traditional art forms of Emarati culture are performed on the campsites at evening time. Stain your hands with traditional henna painting, dress up in Arabic attire and stay at the Bedouin-style camps.
- BBQ Dinner and Live Entertainment: The campsites are filled with live entertainment shows. Traditional Arabic programs like Tantoura dance, belly dance and fire shows will be performed before you. Enjoy the entertainment programs while having an authentic BBQ dinner with your family.
Tips for a smooth family safari experience
To have a smooth desert safari for the family, keep these tips in mind.
- Travelling demands comfortable clothing and while you are traveling to new climates it is mandatory to keep yourself comfortable in that atmosphere. Loose and light fabrics will be suitable for daylights in the desert and consider packing warm scarfs for parents and jackets for children to stay outdoors in the cool nights on dunes.
- To beat the heat, hydrate yourself and your kids. It will be better to keep a personal water bottle above the refreshments provided by tour operators.
- Sunscreen to prevent harmful sun rays on screen, hats to cover your head under the heat and sunglasses to protect your eyes for clear vision in scorching sun are mandatory on your bag. These all will help you to have a flawless experience under an unfamiliar climate.
- Choose a family friendly package which will provide mild adventure activities, a customisation for kids meal etc.
- A prior booking of tickets and entry slots will help you to skip the last minute rush on a busy day.
Why will your family love it?
Abu Dhabi and its deserts are mesmerizing places to visit with your family. Away from the daily routine of busy days, relax in luxury, comfort and cultural richnesses with your parents, kids, and siblings on the dunes. The authentic lifestyle of Emarati people can be experienced through the live cultural programs and traditional dinner. Activities offered on dunes like camel ride, falconry experience, and Bedouin camps are a piece of memory to treasure for a lifetime from a family desert safari.
Unique experiences make a journey more beautiful, and when it is shared with your dear ones it becomes special. Block your tickets to Abu Dhabi for the next family vacation. Desert World offers family friendly packages, complete assistance throughout the tour, kid friendly meals to make your children comfortable and the best part is they're budget friendly.
