The vast stretch of desert that lies outside the Abu Dhabi in the Western Region is perfect for adrenaline fueled off-road driving.With 300 meters high dunes and long sand valley, you’ll never get jaded of desert driving. if you are in Dubai, all what you need to do is drive an hour away from the heart of the city and you will reach the magnificent desert to start your safari experience.
What are my options for a safari trip?
If you are a skilled driver and you own a 4 wheel ride then things are most probably simpler for you, just follow safety precautions (refer to our article http://www.sellanycar.com/cars-related/uae/tips-desert-driving/ for more information about desert driving) but never go out alone, always make definite that there is more than one vehicle. Another alternative will be booking your safari trip through a professional desert safari tour operator. They have well trained drivers who can drive through the dunes to maximize your thrill.
Another fun option for your safari is the desert buggy or quad bike with automatic gears, for this one you need to swap your mode of transport for a powerful one once you enter the desert. The emptiness of the desert plains is spectacular to behold, a benefit of your quad bike is that it lends itself to 360-degree views of the spectacular surroundings stretching out around you.
Tips for desert buggy or quad bike driver:
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Always follow your guide.
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Maintain the speed requested by your guide, accelerating over the sand dunes and snaking around the beguiling desert canyons might be tricky.
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Safety comes first, you need to put on your helmet and goggles,
No matter how you chose you desert rendezvous to be, your party will head to old settlements and camel farms for what is a truly mesmerizing look at conventional nomadic desert lifestyles. You can enjoy a few hours down-time, or go for a trip to see an impressive cadre of desert animals, before settling in to their tents for a night under the stars.
