Full Day Fewbie Desert Drive - Bu Tais: to the Tree Dune - Abu Dhabi - 09 Feb 2025

[Ale Vallecchi]

We request every member that joins this drive to go through the information below and strictly follow these guidelines, etiquette and responsibilities.

MUST READ AND COMPLY

• Environmental Policy
• Offroad Flag Guideline
• Two Way Radio Guideline
• Off road Driving Etiquettes
• Emergency details for all off roaders
• Off Road Driving - Roles & Responsibilities

Drive Details

Level:  Fewbie and above (all levels)

Meeting time:  08:30 AM

Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Xxuzpq1951hX6FgD7

Action Plan: Yet another overland desert drive, which will be dedicated to covering approximately 100 Km of open sand and tracks. The plan is to go from an entry point on E40 well west of Al Ain and a bit south of Al Khaznah, further south toward the interior of the Al Ain region, to reach the Tree Dune (no less than 40 Km into the sand). Here we'll enjoy a pic-nic lunch in the shade of the date palm trees that give the name to this location, before either turning back toward our entry point, or continuing west toward a track road that will take us out on the tarmac of E40, quite close to Al Khaznah.

As usual with these overland drives, the route will favor the safety of the drive and is more focused on developing the drivers' endurance skills, rather than on adrenaline and thrills, as the keys to true overland drives are consistency, mental focus, patience, and the choice of the best, cleanest routes. Along the route, we'll share tips on orienteering and navigating in open spaces. Having said this, the nature of the terrain is complex enough that we'll have to overcome both technical terrain, as well as driving through tall dunes and deep bowls. All skills will be tested.

What to bring along: Loads of water, snacks (for yourself), smiles, face masks, rubber gloves, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn.

Approximate finish time: 04:30 PM

P.S. Only join if you have a compressor to inflate your tires after the drive.

RECOMMENDED OFF-ROAD GEAR:

• Tire deflator & Tire pressure gauge
• Compressor (MANDATORY)
• Walkie-talkie radio (MANDATORY)
• Off-road flag (MANDATORY)
• Shovel, Tow Rope & 2 Shackles
• First-aid kit
• Fire extinguisher.

LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE

• This drive is limited to 10 cars only. RSVP will close on Friday - 12 PM.
• If the RSVP is full, you can add your name to the waitlist, once anyone drops, you will be moved to the RSVP list.
• RSVP will close a day prior to preparing a convoy list.
• Latecomers will be returned - Without any exceptions.
• Members without RSVP will be returned - 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.
   

PLEASE RSVP ON THE CALENDAR 

 

 

[Yury]

Thank you all for this exciting journey, many thanks to @Frederic! Riding with you is always a pleasure. The beautiful places and camels made this trip truly special. A special thanks for the prompt help in the difficult sections — we worked as one team! I had some small car issues, but I’ll definitely fix them so next time we can drive without any obstacles. I'm glad to be part of this adventure and already looking forward to the next trip!

[Ale Vallecchi]

[Frederic]

55 minutes ago, Yury said:

Thank you all for this exciting journey, many thanks to @Frederic! Riding with you is always a pleasure. The beautiful places and camels made this trip truly special. A special thanks for the prompt help in the difficult sections — we worked as one team! I had some small car issues, but I’ll definitely fix them so next time we can drive without any obstacles. I'm glad to be part of this adventure and already looking forward to the next trip!

Thanks @Yury ! Perhaps move this reply to the drive topic of the Scenic drive. I think you mistakenly put it in the wrong drive topic. 

[Misha Puskar]

hi @Ale Vallecchi if there will be a possibility to exit a little earlier, Id like to take that option (baby duties), but if l this will be too complicated and not on the way, I ll make an alternative plan and will join the full day ride. Thank you

[Ale Vallecchi]

1 hour ago, Misha Puskar said:

hi @Ale Vallecchi if there will be a possibility to exit a little earlier, Id like to take that option (baby duties), but if l this will be too complicated and not on the way, I ll make an alternative plan and will join the full day ride. Thank you

Hi @Misha Puskar. There is a track on a sabkha near the Tree Dune. We can find a way for you to take it to reach the tarmac while we continue. Only thing, I cannot guatantee at what time, as it'll depend on how well the drive goes until that point. Let me know. Thanks

[Abhishek Chikara]

Sorry, will have to drop out of this one. I hope its a great drive!

[Misha Puskar]

On 2/3/2025 at 7:06 PM, Misha Puskar said:

hi @Ale Vallecchi if there will be a possibility to exit a little earlier, Id like to take that option (baby duties), but if l this will be too complicated and not on the way, I ll make an alternative plan and will join the full day ride. Thank you

 

On 2/3/2025 at 8:41 PM, Ale Vallecchi said:

Hi @Misha Puskar. There is a track on a sabkha near the Tree Dune. We can find a way for you to take it to reach the tarmac while we continue. Only thing, I cannot guatantee at what time, as it'll depend on how well the drive goes until that point. Let me know. Thanks

Thank you @Ale Vallecchi, am good to go  

[Jessica Lambert]

I’m so sorry, I have to un-RSVP  have a wonderful time everyone 

[Ahmed Wagdy]

Unfortunately I will not be able to make it, something came up that I cannot escape, please let someone else in, in my place