Morning Newbie Scenic Desert Drive - Circling The Solar Park Part 1 - Dubai - 07 Dec 2025

[Frederic]

DRIVE PLAN

“Encircling the Sun” – An Off-Road Expedition Around the Maktoum Solar Park

Across 3–4 thrilling convoy drives, our off-road club will take on a unique desert challenge: a full circumnavigation of the massive Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park — the shimmering heart of Dubai’s clean-energy frontier. This is not just a drive; it’s an adventure that blends futuristic landscapes with timeless desert wilderness.

Drive 1 — Into the Golden Quiet - Faqa To Crescent Moon - 7 Dec 2025

We begin our journey on the Southside, in an area called "Faqa", where the dunes roll softly and long, flowing sandy tracks lead us toward the horizon. The solar park’s iconic towers glint in the distance like a desert mirage, guiding us as we carve our first arc around its perimeter. Expect wide sandy plains, greenery and shrubs and those perfect “golden hour” moments where dust trails glow behind the convoy.

We request every member who 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 Etiquette's
• Emergency details for all off-roaders
• Off Road Driving - Roles & Responsibilities

First time with Carnity Off-road Club:

• Please share your vehicle details - Make, Model, Color, and Year.
• Do you have any prior off-road experience? If yes, pls share details.
• Confirm your vehicle has front and rear tow hooks/eyelets.
• Advise if you don’t have a programmable radio and a safety flag.
• MUST WATCH: NEWBIE VIDEO BRIEFING

DRIVE DETAILS

Level:  Absolute Newbie, Newbie and above

When:  28 Sept 2025, Sunday

Meeting time:  7AM - Sharp (Without any exceptions)

Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/RUyqiyNg5gSjtaBf8

Approximate finish time: 11:00 AM approx.

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

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

Mandatory off-road gears: Tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, compressor, walkie-talkie radio, off-road flag, shovel, first-aid kit and fire extinguisher.

LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE

• This drive is limited to 12 cars only.
• 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 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.

PLEASE RSVP ON THE CALENDAR

 

[Frederic]

Good morning @Hansmtb and @BlackWolf! Welcome to Carnity Offroad Club!

As this will be your first club drive with us, kindly introduce yourselves and provide the below requested details:

• Please share your vehicle details - Make, Model, Color, and Year.
• Please share your prior off-road experience.
• Confirm your vehicle has front and rear tow hooks/eyelets.
• Confirm you have a programmable radio and safety flag.

 

• MUST WATCH: NEWBIE VIDEO BRIEFING
   

 

Please do take your time to watch the above video, it's a great introduction to what you can expect. You can of course skip the Covid part  

[Hansmtb]

Hi Frederic,  many thanks for your warm and detailed message. Please find below the info requested.

Vehicule: Mitsubishi Montero Sport. White color, 2023

Experience: none. I have only done a masterclass last week.

front and rear hooks: yes

Radio: yes I do, I have programmed with the frequencies listed on the website.

Flag. Yes.

Thanks again!!

Hans

 

[Suhail Ismail]

Good morning Frederic,

Appreciate the welcome! I’ll be joining with a 2019 Nissan Super Safari Gold.
I have both front and rear tow hooks, a programmable radio, and a safety flag.

My off-road experience is light—mostly casual drives around Akoya desert, and I’ve also joined a few Fewbie+ drives with my father, so I’m familiar with the basics but still very much a beginner. Looking forward to learning more and driving with the group!

[Frederic]

2 hours ago, BlackWolf said:

Good morning Frederic,

Appreciate the welcome! I’ll be joining with a 2019 Nissan Super Safari Gold.
I have both front and rear tow hooks, a programmable radio, and a safety flag.

My off-road experience is light—mostly casual drives around Akoya desert, and I’ve also joined a few Fewbie+ drives with my father, so I’m familiar with the basics but still very much a beginner. Looking forward to learning more and driving with the group!

Thanks @BlackWolf I think i have an idea who that father is 😆

See you coming weekend !

13 hours ago, Hansmtb said:

Hi Frederic,  many thanks for your warm and detailed message. Please find below the info requested.

Vehicule: Mitsubishi Montero Sport. White color, 2023

Experience: none. I have only done a masterclass last week.

front and rear hooks: yes

Radio: yes I do, I have programmed with the frequencies listed on the website.

Flag. Yes.

Thanks again!!

Hans

 

Thanks for the intro @Hansmtb! See you soon in the sand  

[Rawad Ahmad]

Hi Frederic, 

Pleasure to join the club. Am currently on the waiting list hoping to make it 🤞Do you still need the details of my car or is it just for confirmed participants? 

[Frederic]

52 minutes ago, Rawad Ahmad said:

Hi Frederic, 

Pleasure to join the club. Am currently on the waiting list hoping to make it 🤞Do you still need the details of my car or is it just for confirmed participants? 

Hi @Rawad Ahmad welcome to Carnity Offroad Club! You are indeed still in the waitlist, let's see the coming days if others drop out.

 

Would be indeed good if you can provide the introduction in the meantime yes  

[Rawad Ahmad]

Thanks Frederic. Looking forward to join. Below are the details as requested. 

• Vehicle details - Dodge - RAM - REBEL - 2024. Grey color
• Basic driving and cruising, just completed my offroad master class yesterday 🤞
• Confirm your vehicle has front and rear tow hooks: YES / eyelets: YES
• Confirm you have a programmable radio and safety flag : YES

[Infaz]

Hello Frederic

I’ve just joined the Carnity club and am currently on the waitlist. Not sure if I’ll make it into this drive or the next one, but I’m really looking forward to joining the upcoming drives

- Vehicle Details: Dodge Ram 2014 Silver

- I’ve been on a few off roading drives and have some basic experience 

- Vehicles has front and rear tow hook 

- I’ve also got my walkie and flag ready

Edited December 3, 2025 by Infaz

[Frederic]

9 hours ago, Infaz said:

Hello Frederic

I’ve just joined the Carnity club and am currently on the waitlist. Not sure if I’ll make it into this drive or the next one, but I’m really looking forward to joining the upcoming drives

- Vehicle Details: Dodge Ram 2014 Silver

- I’ve been on a few off roading drives and have some basic experience 

- Vehicles has front and rear tow hook 

- I’ve also got my walkie and flag ready

Thanks for the nice intro @Infaz and welcome to Carnity Offroad Club!

It does look indeed that the current drive is completely full. There might be some dropouts but with 5 waiting in front of you it might be unlikely to secure a spot this Sunday.

Looking forward to meeting you soon in the sand. All drives go live at 7PM on Monday evening so stay close to the laptop/mobile to quickly secure your spot  

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