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Big Bus Tours Abu Dhabi
Open-top hop-on hop-off sightseeing buses linking 14 stops from Abu Dhabi Mall to Qasr Al Hosn, with a separate shuttle to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.
Emirates Tours & Safari
An Abu Dhabi tour operator running desert safaris since 2004, along with city tours of the Grand Mosque and Louvre, Al Ain trips and mangrove kayaking.
At a glance
- Type
- Desert safaris and city tours
- Area
- Downtown, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Official site
- eatours.ae
Good to know
- Hotel pickup on many tours
- Desert safaris
- City tours
- Al Ain and Dubai day trips
Why we recommend it
Emirates Tours & Safari is an Abu Dhabi-based tour operator that has been running trips since 2004, and the official tourism board describes it as one of the UAE's leading inbound tour operators with a focus on desert tourism. Its office is on Zayed The First Street in the city centre, and it combines local knowledge with an international management team, which helps when you want a tour that explains the culture as well as showing you the sights.
The desert is the company's speciality. It runs desert safaris at different times of day, including sunrise, morning, evening and sunset departures, and for special occasions it offers a private luxury desert set-up and a romantic dinner in the dunes. Evening safaris are the classic choice, combining the drive into the dunes with sunset and dinner, while morning and sunrise trips suit travellers who want cooler temperatures and softer light for photographs.
Beyond the desert, Emirates Tours & Safari offers a half-day Abu Dhabi city tour that takes in the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and the Emirates Heritage Village, and a full-day tour that adds the Louvre Abu Dhabi. For passengers with a long stopover, there is a three-hour layover tour. It also runs full-day trips to the Al Ain oasis with lunch, Dubai city tours from Abu Dhabi, a dhow cruise trip to Dibba in Musandam, and mangrove kayaking off Reem Island.
The company suits first-time visitors, families and groups who want a hassle-free way to see the desert and the main sights, and many tours include hotel pickup. It promotes a World Travel Awards 2025 recognition as the Middle East's leading desert safari company. Before you book, check exactly what is included, such as pickup area, meals, and activities like dune bashing or camel rides, and let the team know about any health issues, as dune driving is not suitable for everyone, including pregnant travellers and people with back problems.
Bookings can be made through the company's website, by phone at its Abu Dhabi office or on its 24-hour WhatsApp hotline. For the desert, the cooler months from late October to April are the most comfortable, and in summer morning departures are the better choice. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and closed shoes, and bring sunglasses and a light layer for the evening, when temperatures in the desert can drop.
Emirates Tours & Safari FAQs
What tours does Emirates Tours & Safari offer?
Desert safaris, Abu Dhabi city tours, Al Ain and Dubai day trips, a Musandam dhow cruise and mangrove kayaking.
How long has the company operated?
It describes itself as a tour operator since 2004.
Where is the office?
On the 6th floor of the Lulu Exchange Building, 604 Zayed The First Street, opposite the Royal Rose Hotel.
Are there city tours?
Yes. A half-day tour covers the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Emirates Heritage Village, and a full-day tour adds the Louvre Abu Dhabi.
Is hotel pickup included?
Many tours are marked with pickup available. Check when you book.
Is there a tour for layover passengers?
Yes, a three-hour layover sightseeing tour.
When is the best time for a desert safari?
The cooler months from late October to April. In summer, choose a morning departure.