Morning Fewbie Desert Drive - Lisaili to Qudra Secret Dunes - Dubai - 23 Aug 2025

[Glenn W]

2 hours ago, Glenn W said:

Hi @Emanuel hope you don’t mind if I join the drive do you?. I saw the drive was still open so thought I’d take a chance. 

Apologies @Emanuel taken myself off the drive. Duty calls 🤦🏼‍♂️, Cheers. 

[Emanuel]

8 hours ago, Glenn W said:

Hi @Emanuel hope you don’t mind if I join the drive do you?. I saw the drive was still open so thought I’d take a chance. 

Apologies. Seeing this now as I was in bed. 

If you see this in time, yes come along.

6 hours ago, Glenn W said:

Apologies @Emanuel taken myself off the drive. Duty calls 🤦🏼‍♂️, Cheers. 

See you next time. 

[_Herman_]

@Emanuel Thanks for showing us these secret dunes! They really are gorgeous, not an easy secret to keep.

PS there is no gallery for this drive, and have not found out yet how to start one.  Maybe another member can open it up?

[Jose Luis Campos]

41 minutes ago, Herman G said:

@Emanuel Thanks for showing us these secret dunes! They really are gorgeous, not an easy secret to keep.

PS there is no gallery for this drive, and have not found out yet how to start one.  Maybe another member can open it up?

Nice pic!😉 thank you!

[Emanuel]

47 minutes ago, Herman G said:

@Emanuel Thanks for showing us these secret dunes! They really are gorgeous, not an easy secret to keep.

PS there is no gallery for this drive, and have not found out yet how to start one.  Maybe another member can open it up?

Gallery is open.

 

[_Herman_]

1 hour ago, Jose Luis Campos said:

Nice pic!😉 thank you!

Thank yourself! You did all the kicking up of the sand, we were just awaiting our turn and pressing a button 🤣👍🏻

[Emanuel]

Desert Explorers!

A huge thank you to everyone for arriving on time and ready for our briefing. We hit the sand at approximately 6:25 am, tackling a mix of challenging terrain that put our skills to the test.

Overcoming Obstacles
I had the, ahem, "honor" of getting our first stuck, on a bush - who would have thought?! 😂 Fortunately, our team worked together seamlessly to get me out of that sticky situation, and I was able to drive over the bush with ease. However, our convoy didn't escape without a bit of drama - a pop-out incident occurred right after this, requiring some careful maneuvering and teamwork to resolve. Kudos to the team for delivering top-notch service, Carnity 5-star style!

Technical Dunes and Teamwork
As we headed west-southwest towards the sabkha, we encountered some tricky technical dunes that demanded precision driving and expert navigation. We had a few minor refusals, but our team sprang into action, supporting self recoveries with minimal support. Great job, everyone!

Break and Direct Route
After a well-deserved 15-minute break at the sabkha, we adjusted our route to head directly to the secret dunes of Qudra, given our time constraints. The dunes proved to be a thrilling playground, with a crested car to recover and the occasional refusal. We put our trusty shovels, ropes, White Rhino lift board, and scissor lift to good use.

Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
I'm thrilled to see everyone working together, supporting each other, and showcasing their skills. Special thanks to @J-P L for your support in the Support role - it was your first time, and you nailed it! 👏 @Jose Luis Campos, your expertise as Second Lead was invaluable; you followed my lines perfectly and maintained a safe distance to react to changes. 👏

Wildlife Sighting
Herman, can you share the final count on the camels and gazelles we spotted? 🐫🦌

Conclusion
You all drove exceptionally well, and I'm proud of the teamwork and camaraderie displayed throughout the drive. Let's keep learning, growing, and having fun together! 🚗💪

[Emanuel]

Here is our drive track and stats. We had good fun!