Things to See-Part 5

10. Desert Safari

This is the part which I like most in UAE. I really like desert and sand dunes.

I joined the tour package "Riddle of the Sands" from Arabian Adventures

It's my first time seeing such sand dunes and I'm amazed!

Even in winter times, the desert is really hot. It's the only time that I perspired in UAE. I also started to throw up after too many ups and downs travelling on the sand dunes.

Travelling in desert definitely need a 4WD but that is not all. The drivers from Arabian Adventures have to go for a special desert driving lesson.

The drivers were very experienced. We actually were travelling in convoy and so if a vehicle breakdown or got stuck in the sand, the others can help.

Rough ride

Don't you think it's exciting? Even the drivers like to do this. After 2 rounds of up and down in circular direction, all 4 passengers, including me, which happened to be all Singaporeans, request to abort the "ride". For me, it's because I'm gonna throw up. I was seated in the most disadvantageous seat which don't feel any air-con and very hot.

Another Rough ride

Fossil Rock

This picture was taken by my friend, on a tall sand dune. I feel strange that the dunes did not devour this rock.

In my desert itinerary, I have the chance to see the Fossil Rock, 8 millions years old.

 

 

11 More desert adventures

These 3 desert adventures are the one that I've left out and would like to join next time if I ever go to Dubai again. The itineraries are subjected to changes. These photos are from the brochure of Arabian Adventures.

Sundowner-Dune dinner

An evening in the desert. See camels and take a camel ride.

Watch the beautiful scenery of the sunset.

Proceed to Bedu encampment and enjoy a feast of barbecued meats and other food.

There'll be a tradional entertainment by a belly dancer swaying to the rhythms of Arabic music.

Rides and slides

The 4WD will take you deep into the desert and you'll have a camel ride across the desert to the campsite. Then you'll have fun with sand-skiing-the newest and most exciting sports.

The photo tells everything.

Starlight Express- Overnight Safari

Depending on season, you'll head to the camel racing track. You'll then proceed into the deep desert, set up camps.

You'll enjoy a barbecue feast in the evening.

The next morning, you'll travel to Hajar mountains and return to Dubai at noon.

 

To know more about Arabian Adventures, go to http://www.ekgroup.com

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