Welcome to Carnity Off-Road Club 🏜️

Joining an off-road club for the first time can be both exciting and a little nerve-wracking. You might have plenty of questions about your vehicle, equipment, what to expect, and how your first drive will work.

This guide takes you through the process step by step, so you can arrive at your first Carnity drive prepared, comfortable, and ready to enjoy the experience.

Before joining your first drive
We expect all new members to read through this guide and complete the steps below.

1. Subscribe to Carnity Off-Road Club

Joining Carnity Off-Road Club requires a monthly or yearly subscription, completed securely online.

If you're joining for the first time:

Proceed to select a membership.
Select New Member.
Complete the online payment.

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Have questions about the membership?
You'll find answers to the most common questions in the FAQ section at the bottom of the Subscriptions page.

I have an active Carnity Off-Road subscription Already subscribed? Simply check this box and continue.

You'll need an active Carnity Off-Road subscription before continuing.

Join the Off-Road Club

Now that your subscription is active, join the Carnity Off-Road Club so you can participate in club drives and discussions.

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Carnity Off-Road Club

Open the Off-Road Club and click JOIN CLUB in the top main panel, on the right-hand side.

Where is the “Join Club” button? The button is located in the top main panel on the right-hand side, as shown below. Example showing the Join Club button in the top main panel on the right-hand side

Example showing the Join Club button in the top main panel on the right-hand side

Join Off-Road Club →

The club opens in a new tab. After joining, return here to continue.

I've joined the Off-Road Club I clicked JOIN CLUB and can access the Off-Road Club.

Please join the Off-Road Club and confirm above before continuing.

Let's check your 4x4

Your vehicle doesn't need to be modified, but these basics need to be covered before your first drive.

I have a valid UAE driving licence I have a suitable 4x4 We recommend a proper 4x4 with adequate ground clearance and low-range 4WD (4L). My 4x4 has front and rear recovery points Factory recovery points are perfectly fine. I know how to operate my vehicle's basic 4x4 settings You don't need to be an expert. Familiarize yourself with your vehicle before the drive.

Not sure if your 4x4 is suitable?
Ask the Carnity community before attending your first drive. We'd rather help you check beforehand.

Please confirm the items above before continuing.

Get your Newbie gear ready

These are the basic items you'll need for your first Carnity drive.

Programmable UHF two-way radio Charged and programmed with the Carnity frequencies before the drive. The most common models are the Baofeng UV-5R and Crony MT-777. These can be found in Dragon Mart Dubai, some hunting shops, or Carrefour online. Safety flag Securely mounted and clearly visible above the vehicle. Tire pressure gauge Tire deflator Air compressor Shovel

Looking for examples of off-road tools?
We've put together an Amazon.ae wishlist with examples of the type of equipment commonly used for Carnity off-road drives.

View Off-Road Tools on Amazon.ae →

This list is provided as a reference only. You don't need to purchase these exact brands or products.

Also keep in your vehicle:
A first-aid kit and fire extinguisher should be standard safety equipment in your 4x4.

Still buying your equipment?
No problem. You can continue with onboarding now. Just make sure you have the required gear before attending your first drive.

The essentials

You don't need to memorize a rulebook. These are the most important things to understand before your first drive.

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Respect the desert

Protect the places we drive. Don't litter, don't disturb wildlife, respect protected and private areas, and leave the desert in better condition than you found it.

Read Environmental Policy ↗

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Drive as a convoy

You're driving as part of a team. Follow the Drive Lead and Marshal instructions, maintain a safe distance, and look out for the vehicles around you.

Driving Etiquette ↗ Convoy Roles ↗

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Be visible

Your safety flag allows other drivers to see your vehicle behind dunes. It must be securely mounted, upright and clearly visible above your 4x4.

Safety Flag Guidelines ↗

Stay connected

Your radio is an essential safety tool. Bring it fully charged and programmed with the Carnity frequencies. The Drive Lead will announce which channel the convoy will use.

Radio Frequencies & Guidelines ↗

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Complete your emergency details

Make sure your Carnity emergency information is complete before heading off-road. This helps the team respond appropriately if an emergency occurs.

Complete Emergency Details ↗

I've reviewed the essentials I understand that I must follow the instructions of the Drive Lead and Marshals during the drive.

Please confirm that you've reviewed the essentials before continuing.

Watch your Newbie briefing

This briefing explains what to expect on your first Carnity drive and helps you arrive prepared.

I've watched the Newbie Drive Briefing

Please watch the briefing and confirm before continuing.

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You're almost ready!

You've worked through the Carnity Newbie onboarding. There's just one final confirmation before your first drive.

Final confirmation By completing this onboarding, I confirm that I have reviewed the required Carnity Off-Road Club Rules & Guidelines and agree to follow the club's safety requirements, environmental policy, driving etiquette, and the instructions of the Drive Lead and Marshals.

I agree to the Carnity Off-Road Club Rules & Guidelines I understand that safe and responsible participation is required on all Carnity off-road drives.

Please confirm that you agree to the Carnity Off-Road Club Rules & Guidelines.

↓ CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE YOUR ONBOARDING ↓

Your completion will be securely recorded against your logged-in Carnity account.

Please stay on this page while your completion is being recorded.

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Complete your onboarding Confirm the Club Rules & Guidelines above and complete your onboarding.

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Find a Newbie drive New drives are published every week. Look for a drive marked Newbie.

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RSVP to the drive Events are announced on Monday at 11:00 AM. RSVP opens that evening at 7:00 PM, when you can click GOING to secure your spot.

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Introduce yourself In the drive topic, tell the team which 4x4 you're driving and about any previous off-road experience.

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Meet the convoy Arrive prepared, follow your Drive Lead, and enjoy your first experience in the desert.

How event booking works

1. Event announcement and RSVP opening
All events are first announced in the WhatsApp Notification Group on Monday at 11:00 AM. RSVP opens that same evening at 7:00 PM. From 7:00 PM onwards, click GOING in the event to secure your spot.

2. If the event is fully booked
Click Add to Waitlist. If a spot opens up, you will be automatically moved from the Waitlist to the Going list.

3. About the “Manage” tab
The Manage tab in an event is exclusively used for Supporting Members. Regular off-roaders do not need to use the Manage tab to join an event. Use GOING when RSVP is open, or Add to Waitlist when the event is full.

Ready to find your first drive?

Once your onboarding completion is confirmed, check the upcoming drives for the next available Newbie drive.

Find a Newbie Drive →

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Don't miss new drives

Join the Carnity WhatsApp Notification Group. New events are first announced there every Monday at 11:00 AM, with RSVP opening that evening at 7:00 PM.

Join WhatsApp Notifications →

What happens after Newbie?

As you gain experience, Carnity's grading system opens up progressively more advanced drives.

Learn about Carnity Off-Road grading →

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