Fewbie Plus Desert Drive (2 DAYS) - The Untamed Liwa - Abu Dhabi - 08-09 Feb 2025

[Frederic]

DRIVE DETAILS

Very few places on Earth can rival the mesmerizing beauty of Liwa, nestled within the Rub' al Khali, the vast expanse of the Empty Quarter – the largest uninterrupted desert on the planet! Embark on a thrilling two-day adventure that promises to unveil some of the most immense sand dunes you'll ever encounter! 🐪🌄

Immerse yourself in the raw beauty of nature, far removed from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Camp beneath a blanket of stars, serenaded by the sounds of the wilderness. Share stories around a crackling campfire, bonding with fellow adventurers over shared triumphs and tales of adventure. Yet, traversing the expanses of the world's largest desert demands respect and preparation.

This expedition entails a challenging off-road journey, offering breathtaking vistas at every turn. Brace yourself and your vehicle for an unforgettable test of endurance and exploration!

 

Planning:

*Meetup at 8 AM in Khanoor: https://maps.app.goo.gl/rnGP9hxzHzt12Ewf7

  Decimal Coordinates: 23.08584, 53.61100

* Full Day Drive, making our way towards Moreeb dune.

* Set up camp around 6 PM and enjoy the evening together.

* Exit at Moreeb Dune the following morning around 10 AM.

Considering its seriousness to keep you and your vehicle safe, these strict rules will be applied to all.

DRIVE PREPARATION:

• Your car should be in 100% pristine working condition, so double or triple-check everything. 
• Full-size spare tire with a lug wrench to match your wheel nut size and it's depth.
  • For aftermarket rims - Your lug wrench also needs to match the wheel nut depth.
• As it's a long full-day drive, so catch up with enough sleep beforehand.
• 5-10 liters of water per person.
• Snacks for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and next day breakfast.
• Keep your car as light as possible by packing what is truly essential.
• Fully charged radio with spare battery and all other required off-road gears.
• Full main tank and 1 additional 20l jerrycan.

DRIVE DETAILS:

Level:  Fewbie Plus and above

When:  8 and 9 Feb 2025

Starting time: 8:00 AM (SHARP - Without any exceptions)

Starting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/rnGP9hxzHzt12Ewf7

You can come early and camp at the same starting point if you like. (you can head inside on the same dirt track)

• Last petrol station with washrooms and food is ADNOC LIWA (977): https://maps.app.goo.gl/CqSnCNUTfUwySN2Y7
• Last Petrol station near the starting point is ADNOC KHANOOR: https://maps.app.goo.gl/oxVfp85mBCdrWF6e7

Type of Car: Any proper 4x4 with front and back tow hooks and 8-10 inches of ground clearance.

Approximate finish time: Between 10AM and 11AM the next day.

LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE:

• Limited to 10 Fewbie Plus and above drivers.
• Latecomers will be returned back - without ANY EXCEPTIONS.
• Members without RSVP will be returned back - without ANY EXCEPTIONS.
• Please withdraw your RSVP, if you aren't joining, so your spot can be taken by others.
• Repeated no-show members after RSVP will have their account suspended for a month.

RSVP HERE

 

[Frederic]

Good morning all!

@Glenn W @Giacomo@Alexanderrr@Imran Asghar@AlexM@Senthil Kumar@Ashutosh Garg@Ahmed Farouk@Srikumar@DP1011

I wanted to provide some preliminary information, so you are able to prepare for this adventure. Please read below carefully.

 

1. The main emphasis on every Carnity drive is safety, but in LIWA this counts even much more. The sheer size of the dunes and remoteness of the terrain means this is not a dune-bashing event, but a traverse that will provide its own challenges and where we all will have to work as a team. Please set your expectations accordingly. 

2. This week please double check your vehicle's fluids, filters, overall condition, and off-road gears. Any car can break down, but in this terrain, it can turn into a recovery nightmare. Try to work preventively and check up on everything. If the car is already showing some existing issues or hiccups, please do not risk bringing it. Make sure your spare tire is checked, and you have the wrench and tools to remove it when needed. 

3. Please bring a full 15-20l jerrycan with you, either mounted on the outside (ideal) or safely strapped inside. Many cheap plastic jerrycans tend to leak from the filler cap, so maybe test it before installing in the car, or fill it up 70-80% so when slushing around the cap remains free of fuel.

4. Take enough rest beforehand. Either by camping the night before nearby the meeting point or going to bed early the night before. Lapses of concentration due to fatigue can be very dangerous in this terrain. During the day we will take breaks for lunch and a few shorter ones in between. 

 

Hope to see you all coming Saturday! 

 

[AlexM]

We will be staying in Western Liwa hotel for the night before.. last year we drove directly and it was a bit extreme during the day. Plus they have a good offer right now, only on their website. But you have to select two people for this offer to show up.. room + dinner + breakfast for 422 plus taxes, not bad.

Edited February 4, 2025 by AlexM

[Imran Asghar]

1 hour ago, AlexM said:

We will be staying in Western Liwa hotel for the night before.. last year we drove directly and it was a bit extreme during the day. Plus they have a good offer right now, only on their website. But you have to select two people for this offer to show up.. room + dinner + breakfast for 422 plus taxes, not bad.

I was about to book it then figured 420ish for fuel plus hotel that's almost 1k so I'll stick to my mattress under the stars in the desert and pot noodle for breakfast. 😂 

[Ahmed Farouk]

Hello, unfortunately I’ll not be able to join this magnificent trip, see you next time, enjoy your trip and drive safe 

[Imran Asghar]

I'll eat my words now. I booked it. Figured why not. Easier just go sleep get in the car and bang. No faffing with packing up kit or reratcheting my gear

[Ashutosh Garg]

Hi Imran,

I am seeing a price of AED810 online. Did you manage to get AED420?

Thanks

[Alphin Aloor]

1 hour ago, Ashutosh Garg said:

Hi Imran,

I am seeing a price of AED810 online. Did you manage to get AED420?

Thanks

I'm in the other Liwa drive - calling them directly gets you a better rate. Try that.

+971 50 388 0721

Edited February 6, 2025 by Alphin Aloor

[Alexanderrr]

If anybody is going to camp the  night before, I'll be there 👍

[AlexM]

1 hour ago, Ashutosh Garg said:

Hi Imran,

I am seeing a price of AED810 online. Did you manage to get AED420?

Thanks

You have to select two people then it will show up.. since it is per room and not per person, no difference.

Edited February 6, 2025 by AlexM