After a
full safety and ATV handling briefing, get set to ride out on the
powerful, fully automatic ATVs to take in some of the roughest and most
dramatic terrain in the UAE. We will ride east to the Fossil rock en-route
passing through traditional villages and camel farms taking in a brief
photo-stop.
As we go riding deeper into the Dubai desert
participants will encounter soft sand, medium size dunes and then the big
dunes which will test your endurance and riding skills in a tug of war
between riders and nature with the sand, dunes and the rough terrain. Our
off-road desert exploration ride will take us over ridges and slip faces
– downhill side of the sand dunes as dunes are in continuous
formation from west to east with ‘Sabkhas’ – flatland
between the dunes found in between all dune formations. The area is a
photo enthusiast’s delight and one can also see camels feeding on
the sparse desert vegetation. Observe the changing hues of the Dubai
desert and colors of sand from beige to dark red as we proceed from west
to east. The dune formations also become more complex as compared to the
earlier continuous dune formations.
Roar ahead on the
ATV’s towards ‘Jebel Maleihah’ also popularly known as
the ‘Fossil Rock’, an inspiring monolith embedded with
fossils, was once under the sea, has remains of evidence of once living
organisms preserved to varying degrees of completeness and some fossils
are believed to be as ancient as 80 million years old. We will climb over
Fossil Rock from the west side and go down the longest slip face in the
area. Refreshments and snack stop will be taken here and riders can take
in the panoramic views from the top. Later we will proceed via few unnamed
rock formations to the ‘Camel Rock’ area where riders can
observe the bizarre rock formations before riding back from the power line
maintenance track back to Al Awir.
About
ATV:
Yamaha Wolverine 450 is a fully automatic 4x4 with features including a
light weight, sporty suspension, a powerful, durable engine, on command
2wd 4wd ultra-matic transmission with reverse, integrated floor boards,
push button starter, comfortable sport-style seat and cargo area to enjoy
the rugged desert terrain ride thoroughly.
Safety
Features:
This extreme adventure trip involves off- road desert ATV riding in the
Dubai
desert. Experienced and professional ATV off-road guide will lead the ATV
exploration convoy in the Dubai desert. Safety equipment provided is listed
under inclusions mentioned above and back-up SUV also carries First
–aid box and refreshment supplies required for the
trip
| Vital Information: |
| Duration | Approximately 4.00 hours or more ATV Desert Exploration experience excluding
return transfers time, depending upon riding skills and negotiating the
terrain |
| Location | From Al
Awir in the Dubai Desert |
| Days of
operation | Daily. In Winters: Twice Daily, In Summers: Once in
Afternoon. (As
per timings advised below) |
| Age | Adults
and Teenagers 16 years and above only permitted on this adventure
|
| Minimum
Participants | 04 and
other participants may join you on this trip. We recommend off-road adventure enthusiasts
forming a group of friends, colleagues or as a corporate group to avail
this extreme experience. |
| Timing | Winters:(Morning Trip: 09.00-13.00 hours), (Afternoon:15.45-20.00 hours).
Trip commencing and concluding timings in the desert.
Summers:Only in
Afternoons:15.45-20.30 hours. Trip commencing and concluding timings
in the desert. |
| Exclusions | Gratuities
optional. |
| You Need To Know |
 | Guests should have prior
off-road riding experience of ATV or Motorbikes |
 | You must be in reasonably good health and fitness
for partaking in this extreme off-road adventure |
 | Short breaks will be taken every 30-40 minutes
during the adventure trip |
 | Confirmation will be received at time of making
the booking |
 | Pregnant ladies, People with back problems and
medical history and senior citizens with heart conditions not
allowed |
 | Disclaimer form against damage and personal
injury is required to be signed before the commencement of the
trip |
 | This is a guided Dubai desert exploration tour and
not a racing session |
 | 01 Guest per ATV |
Dress-Code:
Dress comfortably in
loose fitting clothes. Long trousers are best with sneakers or trainers.
We suggest you bring a spare set of clothes and a towel as you might wish
to change clothes after the experience. Applying good quality sunscreen
especially in summers is recommended.
Photography:
Normal tourist photography is acceptable, but it is
considered offensive to photograph Arab women. It is also courteous to ask
permission before photographing men. Photographs of government buildings
or military installations are not allowed.
Cancellation: 02
Days
Conditions:
We reserve the right to cancel any part or whole
tour for reasons of government decisions, weather conditions and force
majeure for which the clients will be offered an alternate date for the
tour.