Fewbie Plus Desert Drive (2 DAYS) - The Untamed Liwa - Abu Dhabi - 24-25 Jan 2026

[Frederic]

DRIVE DESCRIPTION-WHAT TO EXPECT

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!

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. 

Embark on a thrilling two-day adventure that promises to unveil some of the most immense sand dunes you'll ever encounter! 🐪🌄 More than a typical dune-bashing session, this drive is more suited to an overlanding style of driving, where endurance and your drive skills in technical soft sand will be challenged.

DRIVE PLANNING

• Meetup at 8AM in Khanoor: https://maps.app.goo.gl/rnGP9hxzHzt12Ewf7
• Full Day Drive, making our way towards Moreeb dune.
• Set up camp around 6PM in a quiet area and enjoy the evening together.
• Exit at Moreeb Dune the following morning around 10AM.

Considering its seriousness to keep you and your vehicle safe, below rules apply:

ESSENTIAL PREPARATION:

• A well serviced 4x4. Do not join if you have pending technical issues. 
• Full-size spare tire with a lug wrench to match your wheel nut size and its depth.
  • For aftermarket rims - Your lug wrench also needs to match the wheel nut depth.
• Make sure you are well rested beforehand.
• 5-10 liters of water per person.
• Snacks for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and next day breakfast. Feel free to bring your BBQ.
• 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 JERRYCAN OF 20L MANDATORY.

DRIVE DETAILS:

Level:  Fewbie Plus and above

When:  24 and 25 Jan 2026

Starting time: 8AM (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.

✅ RSVP:

• Confirm your attendance by clicking on "GOING" in the Calendar Event. Your name will appear on the RSVP list.
• If the RSVP is full, add yourself to the waitlist. As soon as a spot becomes available you will be moved automatically to the RSVP list.
• The RSVP closes one day prior to the drive
• Latecomers will be turned back (no exceptions)
• No RSVP = No Drive
• Please withdraw your RSVP if plans change
• Repeated no-shows may result in 1-month suspension

RSVP HERE

 

 

[AlexM]

finally, a drive of the year!

[_Herman_]

Good morning @Frederic, looking forward to this very much, will be spectacular without a doubt..!

Question on the extra fuel jerrycan, is that also needed for the long-range tank FJ? (160ltr capacity)

[AlexM]

2 minutes ago, _Herman_ said:

Good morning @Frederic, looking forward to this very much, will be spectacular without a doubt..!

Question on the extra fuel jerrycan, is that also needed for the long-range tank FJ? (160ltr capacity)

Last two years on the same drive, standard Wrangler JLU tank (70L-something) plus 20L jerrycan was more than enough. Can't imagine that 160L won't suffice)

[_Herman_]

2 hours ago, AlexM said:

Last two years on the same drive, standard Wrangler JLU tank (70L-something) plus 20L jerrycan was more than enough. Can't imagine that 160L won't suffice)

Hi Alex, thanks for this, I didn’t think it would, but a rule is a rule.  Liwa is a long distance to travel to and then be frowned upon..!

[DP1011]

@Frederic - Thank you for this most awaited event !!!Fantastic convoy as I see - Pretty much IM

 I have 2 questions Please - 

1. Looking at the convoy strength - Any insights on Pace of drive to come

2. In case I or someone prefers to exit same day i.e Satday evening ( Given the fact I have luxury of my Co-passenger for On Road drive back to home) Is this OK with you ? 

Thank you and with all probabilities, see you on Satday morning ! 

 

[Frederic]

3 hours ago, _Herman_ said:

Hi Alex, thanks for this, I didn’t think it would, but a rule is a rule.  Liwa is a long distance to travel to and then be frowned upon..!

You are right. If you have 160l on board you are totally fine. 

[Frederic]

3 hours ago, DP1011 said:

@Frederic - Thank you for this most awaited event !!!Fantastic convoy as I see - Pretty much IM

 I have 2 questions Please - 

1. Looking at the convoy strength - Any insights on Pace of drive to come

2. In case I or someone prefers to exit same day i.e Satday evening ( Given the fact I have luxury of my Co-passenger for On Road drive back to home) Is this OK with you ? 

Thank you and with all probabilities, see you on Satday morning ! 

 

Hi @DP1011

1. It is crucial for everyone that joins to understand that our cars will be jampacked with camping gear, jerrycan, wood, and recovery equipment, so it will not be a dune-bashing event. It will be more technically demanding at times. Not flying over 250m high ridges. As every year the aim is to join the magnificent views together, have a great laugh, and make sure we enter and exit safely, as we have learned that recovering vehicles or driver mistakes will be usually quite serious in Liwa. 

2. The planned camp spot is two dunes away from Moreeb, so yes, if you prefer to leave the same evening you can definitely reach Moreeb in 10mins from the campsite and head back home. 

 

 

[DP1011]

8 hours ago, _Herman_ said:

Good morning @Frederic, looking forward to this very much, will be spectacular without a doubt..!

Question on the extra fuel jerrycan, is that also needed for the long-range tank FJ? (160ltr capacity)

YOU CAN CERTAINLY SELL SOME FOR A PREMIUM   ! - Decide the price for SPL and SUPER

[_Herman_]

4 hours ago, DP1011 said:

YOU CAN CERTAINLY SELL SOME FOR A PREMIUM   ! - Decide the price for SPL and SUPER

Better yet, I’ll let my brethren of the small-tank persuasion establish market price through an open bidding process.