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Abu Dhabi Desert Safari (Liwa/Empty Quarter)

Abu Dhabi, UAE Duration: 9 Hours Pickup: Included (Dubai Hotels) Guide: English & Arabic Code: AUT-DS-10

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Hotel Transfers

4x4 Hotel pickup & drop

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DTCM certified team

Experience

Tour Overview

Journey into the grandest sand desert on Earth! The Liwa Desert Safari takes you deep into the Empty Quarter (Rub' al Khali), famous for having the tallest and most dramatic sand dunes in the world. Your full-day journey begins with pickup from your hotel in Abu Dhabi or Dubai in a heavy-duty 4x4 Land Cruiser. Watch the landscape transform as urban highways give way to endless rolling amber dunes stretching as far as the eye can see. You will visit the legendary Moreeb Dune (Tal Moreeb) — one of the highest sand dunes in the world, towering over 300 meters high with a steep 50-degree incline. Enjoy thrilling 4x4 dune drives across massive sand ridges, stop at lush desert date palm oases, and visit traditional camel breeding stations. Savor a delicious picnic or resort lunch surrounded by golden sand mountains before returning in the evening.

Key Moments

Tour Highlights

Full-day expedition into the world-famous Rub' al Khali (Empty Quarter)
Stand in awe before Moreeb Dune, one of the tallest dunes on Earth (300m high)
Thrilling 4x4 driving through colossal sand ridges and golden valleys
Visit the historic Liwa Oasis with ancient date palm plantations and fortresses
Spectacular desert photography unmatched anywhere else in the Middle East
Full picnic lunch or resort dining included
Package Details

What's Included & What's Not

Included in Price

  • Hotel pickup and return transfer in a heavy-duty 4x4 Land Cruiser
  • Full-day guided expedition with experienced desert safari guide
  • Dune driving across the giant dunes of Liwa
  • Visits to Moreeb Dune, Liwa Fort, and date palm oasis farms
  • Hot buffet lunch or gourmet desert picnic meal
  • Unlimited bottled water, cold juices, tea, and Arabic coffee

Not Included

  • Hotel stay (unless booked as an overnight extension)
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Driver gratuities
Activity Schedule

Day-by-Day Itinerary

07:00 AM Hotel Pickup

Early departure from your Abu Dhabi hotel toward the Liwa region.

10:00 AM Arrival at Liwa

Arrive at the edge of the Empty Quarter and begin the guided dune expedition.

11:00 AM Dune Bashing & Photo Stops

Navigate the towering dunes with stops for panoramic photography.

01:00 PM Traditional Lunch

Enjoy a traditional Emirati lunch at a desert-edge rest stop.

02:30 PM Liwa Oasis Viewpoint

Visit a scenic viewpoint overlooking the Liwa Oasis and surrounding dune sea.

04:00 PM Return Transfer

Drive back to your Abu Dhabi hotel.

Important Guidelines

Know Before You Go

This is a full-day tour lasting approximately 8 to 10 hours due to the distance.
Pickup is early morning (around 07:00 AM to 08:00 AM).
Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a camera with plenty of battery power.
Wear comfortable travel clothes suitable for air-conditioned drives and outdoor walks.
Need Help?

Frequently Asked Questions

How big are the sand dunes in the Liwa Desert?

The dunes in Liwa are the biggest in the UAE and among the highest on Earth. The famous Moreeb Dune rises over 300 meters (almost 1,000 feet) high with a dramatic steep slope.

How far is Liwa from Dubai and Abu Dhabi?

Liwa is located in the Al Dhafra region. It is about a 2.5-hour drive from Abu Dhabi city center, and roughly 3.5 to 4 hours from Dubai.

Is this a shared tour or a private vehicle?

Due to the long-distance expedition nature of the Liwa desert, this tour is conducted in private luxury 4x4 vehicles for maximum comfort.

Can we climb Moreeb Dune?

Yes! You can climb partway up on foot for breathtaking panoramic views of the Empty Quarter, or take photos from the base where annual off-road hill climb races take place.

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