Full Day Intermediate Desert Drive - Liwa Mzeer'ah - Abu Dhabi - 15 Feb 2026

[Asif Hussain]

Please read, understand, and follow the guidelines, etiquette, and responsibilities below.

MUST READ AND COMPLY

• Offroad Flag Guideline
• Two Way Radio Guideline
• Off road Driving Etiquette's
• Emergency details for all off-roaders
• Off Road Driving - Roles & Responsibilities
   

LIWA LIWA, The Empty Quarter is the largest continuous sand desert in the world, stretching across Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman, and Yemen. We are fortunate to live in this part of the world, where this climate allows us to explore this incredible landscape with our capable 4x4s. 

Liwa marks the boundary of the Empty Quarter and this time we plan to explore the surrounding area of Liwa Mzeer'ah and exit towards the Moreeb dune, or somewhere close, and say goodbye to my season’s last Liwa drive.
 

DRIVE DETAILS

Level: Intermediate and above

When: Feb 15th 2026, Sunday

Meeting time: 7:45 AM  

Start time: 8.00 AM  - Sharp (Without any exceptions)

Meeting Point:  https://maps.app.goo.gl/AmJxD6zntewNoz8EA 

Approximate finish time:  4:00 PM

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, Tow Rope, 2 Shackles and fire extinguisher.
 

LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE

• This drive is limited to 6 cars only. RSVP will close on Saturday - 9 AM
• 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 BELOW CALENDAR

 

[Andrew John Melvill]

Have a blast boys! We were close to this area last weekend. Dunes are amazing but the sand was like powder in places. Low pressures and good safe momentum will be called for. 

[Asif Hussain]

@Glenn W @Beide Worku @Sam Selim thank you all for joining the drive,

Drive RSVP is closed for now. 

Convoy order

1) Asif Hussain - Xterra

2) Sam Selim - Jeep

3) Glenn W - FJ 

4) Beide Worku - Ford F150

Checklist :

1. Please ensure to be on time at meeting point.

2. Get lots and lots of rest the previous day. The more, the better, as Liwa will challenge not only your vehicle but also your mind.

3. If you are coming with a passenger, please ensure they have experience riding with you or previous experience in the desert, and that they are also well rested.

4. Ensure 4x4 is well serviced recently and all the lubes and fluids are topped up.

5. Arrive at meeting point with full fuel tank. Last ADNOC station https://maps.app.goo.gl/hkGLEBfDY7fvEHc46

6. Extra fuel - Carry and additional 20 liters (recommended) especially if you have a smaller fuel tank.

7. Spare tire should be in good working condition. Ensure both front and back tow points are in good condition.

8. Bring lots of water (at least 5 ltr per person) breakfast, lunch, snacks, energy bar, cookies, nuts, etc etc for yourself and your passengers. We shall be having breaks in between the drive.

9. Bring garbage bags along to carry your trash. Littering in the desert is strictly prohibited.

For any emergency you can reach me at +971 50 699 04 11

 

[Glenn W]

@Asif Hussain @Sam Selim @Beide Worku I’m really sorry guys, had a very late call from work, I have got to go and cover the Ops manager who has called in sick tonight. 1. I don’t know what time I’m gonna finish work & 2. If I do manage to get away I’ve no idea how much rest I can actually get so better I just remove myself from the drive. 
 

I’m pissed as I was really looking forward to this drive as I couldn’t make it last week! … anyways I hope the drive goes ahead as planned and I hope you guys have a great day out. 
 

I’ll catch you on the next one. All the best for tomorrow and the week ahead!! 

[Asif Hussain]

2 hours ago, Glenn W said:

@Asif Hussain @Sam Selim @Beide Worku I’m really sorry guys, had a very late call from work, I have got to go and cover the Ops manager who has called in sick tonight. 1. I don’t know what time I’m gonna finish work & 2. If I do manage to get away I’ve no idea how much rest I can actually get so better I just remove myself from the drive. 
 

I’m pissed as I was really looking forward to this drive as I couldn’t make it last week! … anyways I hope the drive goes ahead as planned and I hope you guys have a great day out. 
 

I’ll catch you on the next one. All the best for tomorrow and the week ahead!! 

@Glenn W see you soon

[Asif Hussain]

Trip Report

We started the week with 7 cars signing, and by the weekend we were down to 3 cars for the drive. Liwa is definitely not a place to attempt the terrain with just three cars. Honestly, if I hadn’t driven before with @Sam Selim and @Beide Worku, I would have called the drive off.

I had 100% trust in you both, and that confidence is what made me continue with the drive. A huge thank you to both of you for joining and making this drive possible.

We all met on time on Sunday morning at the meeting point. Without making any changes to the planned route, I led the drive through those set of dunes with few breaks in between and we reached our destination Moreeb Hill, by 1 PM.

After successfully climbing Moreeb Hill a couple of times, we took a 1 hour break in a shaded area. It was a great time with interesting conversations on topics from around the world. After the break, we began our return backtracking journey parallel to our first half track, and finished the drive right on time at our starting point.

It was a wonderful day out in those massive and technical dunes with full of surprises at times. Despite a few refusals and some stuck situations, we managed everything smoothly as a team.

At one point, I found myself stuck in a position where only a winch recovery could solve it. There was absolutely no room for recovery vehicle from the front or the back. But @Sam Selim with his Jeep, and @Beide Worku instructing on the radio, executed a fantastic reverse angle rope recovery. It was smooth, controlled, and flawless. Truly impressive teamwork..

Once again, thank you guys for making this drive possible.

See you soon… LIWA LIWA!

[Luke K P]

sounds like a fun day out @Asif Hussain!

[Sam Selim]

What an absolute pleasure driving and spending the day with you both!

@Asif Hussain, thank you so much for your amazing words and trip feedback. Perfectly planned and executed route.

It was just a perfect day, we had everything these dunes have to offer, starting from amazing views (top of the world feels), extremely soft sand, technical parts, high elevated ridge riding and cress-crossing. A few refusals and stucks which in majority dealt with in self recoveries.

@Beide Worku, I can only reiterate and as always great pleasure driving and seeing you as part of the convoy.

See you soon

LIWA LIWA!

[Beide Worku]

I am still squeezing the last drops out of that adrenaline filled fun day to jumpstart the week and cross Tuesday

Such a joy fellas! @Asif Hussain as usual great leadership and, most importantly,  thanks for keeping the drive alive even if we were down to just three cars. What a pity if we would have missed out on such a beautiful day. 
 

@Sam Selim pleasure as always, and don’t forget to feed your car regularly 🤣 

Until the next one LIWA LIWA!

Edited February 17 by Beide Worku