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If you're looking for the best of outdoor adventures, then this is the perfect group.
We go hiking, off-roading, camping, stargazing, kayaking, mountain biking, backpacking and we do awesome BBQ nights (Best taouk in town). From wadis to the mountains, from the desert to the sea, with every weekend comes a new adventure. Join us!
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Socotra: The Alien Island - 8 days
Arabian Wanderers, شارع حصة, دبي, AEDay 1: Arrival and Arher Beach
Fly from Abu Dhabi at 9:25am, arriving in Socotra at 10:40am. Meet guide at the airport. Enjoy a homemade Yemeni meal with a local family before heading to Arher Beach, known for its stunning cliffs and freshwater streams. Spend the night on the beach.
Day 2: Hoq Cave and Sunset Hike
Start with breakfast on the beach, then hike to Hoq Cave, a unique natural wonder. After lunch, relax or take a strenuous hike for breathtaking views. Watch the sunset before returning to camp for dinner.
Day 3: Sunrise Hike, Dihamri, and Homhil
Begin the day with a sunrise hike, followed by breakfast and a visit to Dihamri Marine Reserve for snorkeling. After lunch, explore Homhil's infinity pool and rare Socotri trees. Enjoy dinner at camp.
Day 4: Kilisan Wadi, Zahek, and Aomak Beach
After breakfast, visit Kilisan Wadi for swimming and cliff jumping. Then, head to Zahek dunes for sunset before camping at Aomak Beach.
Day 5: Diksam (Dragon Blood Tree Forest)
Explore Dagub Cave and head to Diksam plateau to see the legendary Dragon Blood Trees. Enjoy lunch at Wadi Dirhur and a sunset photo walk in Firmhin forest. Dinner and overnight stay in the forest.
Day 6: Detwah Lagoon
After breakfast, head to Detwah Lagoon for swimming and beach exploration. Optional hike to overlook the lagoon for sunset. Dinner and overnight stay at the lagoon.
Day 7: Shoab Beach
Take a boat ride to Shoab Beach for swimming and dolphin watching. Meet a local guide for tea and a cave tour. Return to Hadiboh for exploration and a traditional Yemeni meal.
Day 8: Departure
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before heading to the airport for your flight back to Abu Dhabi at 12:10pm. Arrive in Abu Dhabi at 3:25pm. Depart with unforgettable memories of Socotra.
Including:
- Meals
All meals: 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners - Transport
Private vehicle, 4x4 - Accommodation:
High quality camping equipment (tent, mattress, mattress cover, pillow, pillow cover, blanket, portable toilet when needed) for 7 nights and 1 night in Heathrow or Diamond hotel. - Included activities:
Arther beach visit
Hike to Hoq Cave
Snorkeling in Dihamri
Hike and swim in the Infinity natural pool in Homhil
Dragon Blood Trees Forest visit
Swim and free time in Detwah Lagoon
Boat ride along with dolphins to Shoab beach
Short hike to meet the caveman - Visit Visa
- Round Trip Flight from Abu Dhabi to Socotra
- Entrance fees
- Staff & experts
Adventure Leader throughout, local guides.
Price: 9,855 AED PP
Notes:
- Important note: Your booking will only be confirmed once you've completed the process on the following link: https://www.arabianwanderers.com/tour/socotra-the-alien-island-8-days. RSVP on Meetup serves as an expression of intent to attend the event and does not guarantee your place, as spots are limited and tend to fill up rapidly.
- Group size: Small group experience - Avg. 10. Max 16.
- Physical rating: Suitable for everyone, includes beginner level hiking and walking.
- Solo travelers are welcome.
- Instagram: Follow us on Instagram for more adventures: arabian.wanderers.
For further info, you can WhatsApp message by clicking on this link https://wa.me/message/V53PMRXR5SCIH1 or call us on: +971522067219
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Liwa Desert Getaway
Location not specified yetEmbark on a two-day desert adventure in the Liwa oasis, near Abu Dhabi in the UAE, at the border of Saudi Arabia. This stunning landscape is part of the Rub al Khali desert, also known as the Empty Quarter, with endless Liwa desert dunes and a serene expanse.
Day 1:
Pool, Sunset hike, BBQ, games & bonfire
8:00 a.m.: We will leave Dubai and head on a beautiful 3–4 hour road trip to Liwa, which is known for having some of the world's largest sand dunes, with many rising more than 150 meters in height.
9:30 a.m.: Meeting time for the ones joining our transport at our Abu Dhabi pickup point.
2:00 p.m.: Arrival to Liwa Art Hub. Upon arrival, we will relax and swim in a natural deep well water swimming pool until the weather cools down later in the day.
After cooling off, we will head to Liwa’s majestic golden-red sand dunes for a sunset hike. We will then have a yoga session as the sun is setting to cap off an unforgettable experience.
After that, we will enjoy the best BBQ in town as usual, along with drinks, campfire games, music, and some melting marshmallows over a campfire, and sleep in Liwa Art Hub, a unique rustic farmhouse in the middle of the desert.
Day 2:
Sunrise, hike, breakfast & pool
We will start the day with a short walk to a beautiful sunrise spot. This part of the world has some of the most beautiful sunrises.
After sunrise, we will do the main 2-hour hike of the trip throughout the dunes, a truly unique hiking experience that is a must for hiking enthusiasts.
Back at the resort, breakfast will be served. We will also have a final yoga session to give the day a blissful start.
You can spend a few hours swimming and chilling at the venue before heading back to Dubai by 12pm.
4:00pm: Back in Dubai
Included:
- A total of 2 meals, including the famous best BBQ in town for dinner (mixed grill with meat and chicken, falafel, hummus, moutabbal, tabbouleh salad, fattoush salad, bread, and snacks) and breakfast.
- Beverages (Soft drinks, tea, coffee, water)
- Accommodation in Liwa Art Hub, a unique tranquil private farmhouse on the edge of Liwa’s great dunes (In shared rooms of 1, 2, 3 or 4 beds rooms). Shared toilet and showers will be available.
- Campfire games
- 2 desert hikes
- 2 yoga sessions
- Adventure leaders - fun guides who know the ins and outs of Liwa
- Great people and great fun!
Important notes:
- Important note: Your booking will only be confirmed once you've completed the process on the following link: https://www.arabianwanderers.com/tour/liwa-desert-getaway . RSVP on Meetup serves as an expression of intent to attend the event and does not guarantee your place, as spots are limited and tend to fill up rapidly.
- Group size: Small group experience - Min. 10, Avg. 15, Max 20.
- Physical rating: Intermediate (Beginner level is you do the easy part of the 2nd day hike)
- Meeting point & time:
- If booking our transport:
- Dubai at 8:00am : Artisan Bakers | https://maps.app.goo.gl/ufQRyQVckMaaegGT9 in Al Barsha. RTA parking is available if you want to come with your car.
- Abu Dhabi at 9:15am : ADNOC Service Station | Shawamekh-(South West) (755) - https://maps.app.goo.gl/adkwrB7c98omTcWS9. There is no parking at this petrol station, so please meet us in a taxi.
- If not:
- Liwa at 1:00pm : Liwa Art Hub - https://maps.app.goo.gl/6oM9BWFgDnGBG6n18. Any car can reach and parking is available.
- Solo & women friendly: Solo and female travelers are more than welcome; 70% of our participants are usually solo adventurers and women.
- Not pet-friendly: This trip is not suitable for pets due to the farm rules.
- Mobile Coverage: Reception is weak or nonexistent in Liwa Art Hub
- Important Note: Bookings cannot be rescheduled within 14 days of the trip.
- Health and travel insurance: It is mandatory to have a health and travel insurance in the country where this experience is happening. If you don't have insurance or your current insurance doesn't provide coverage, you can obtain one here !
- Single Supplement: A single supplement is available for AED 150 if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip (Subject to availability). Please contact us for further information.
- Tipping Information: If you'd like to show your appreciation to your guide, please bring cash in AED for tipping.
- Instagram: Follow us on Instagram to keep informed on our latest adventures: arabian.wanderers.
- Sunset hike details:
Duration: ~1-2 hours
Distance: 3.5 km
Elevation gain: ~114m
Difficulty level: Beginner
- Main sunrise hike details:
Duration: ~3-4 hours
Distance: ~8.6km
Elevation gain: ~234m
Difficulty level: Intermediate (You can also only do the easy part of the hike, see the sunset and come back)
For any questions or inquiries you contact us here: +971 52 206 72191 attendee
Al Quaa Darkest Spot: Stargazing and Camping in the Deserts of the UAE!
Arabian Wanderers, شارع حصة, دبي, AEDay 1: Al Quaa aka the “Milky Way spot” - Stargazing, BBQ, games, telescope & camp
We will leave Dubai at 1 pm and head on a beautiful 2-3 hours road trip to Al Quaa, a secluded Abu Dhabi spot that offers out-of-this-world views of a sky full of stars.
We will then enjoy stargazing at the darkest place in the UAE with stellar views of the galaxy, constellations, planets and shooting starts.
We will then have the usual best bbq in town, drinks, card games, music, have some melting marshmallows on camp fire and camp under the clear skies full of stars.
Day 2: Sunrise, Bites, and Back to the City
In the morning, we will take a morning walk and watch the sunrise over the dunes.
We will then return to camp for breakfast.
Once we have finished breakfast and packing, we will leave for Dubai.
Note: Timings might shift a little with sunrise and sunset. Don't worry we'll share the exact plan with you in a whatsapp group before the trip.
(2 days with camping)
Price without transport: 550aed
Price with transport: 750aed
Including:
- A total of 2 meals, including the famous best BBQ in town for dinner (mixed grill with meat and chicken, vegan burger, hummus, moutabbal, tabbouleh salad, fattoush salad, bread, and snacks) and breakfast.
- Beverages (Soft drinks, tea, coffee, water).
- Accommodation in private tents (1 person per tent or 2 persons per tent for couples).
- Camp equipment (Chairs, lights, private tents, mattresses, Fire pit & wood for bonfire).
- A guided stargazing session with access to a Celestron 12096 NexStar Evolution 8 HD telescope for observing planets and celestial objects.
- Portable Toilet & Privacy Tent Setup.
- Campfire games.
- Transportation from regular vehicles to the inside of the desert via dunes off-roading with 4x4 vehicle.
Excluding:
- A sleeping bag with a temperature rating that is 5 degrees less than the expected lowest temperature or a heavy comforter is required, we recommend to buy a high quality one from Adventure HQ to have a good night sleep or you can rent one from us for 50aed
- Transportation from Arabian Wanderers' meeting point in Dubai to Abu Dhabi and back (Available optionally for AED 200 if you choose the option with transport)
Notes:
- Important note: Your booking will only be confirmed once you've completed the process on the following link: https://www.arabianwanderers.com/tour/al-quaa-milky-way-spot-stargazing-in-the-darkest-spot-in-uae. RSVP on Meetup serves as an expression of intent to attend the event and does not guarantee your place, as spots are limited and tend to fill up rapidly.
- Group size: Small group experience - Avg. 12, Max 25.
- Physical rating: Beginner level - Light physical activities are included.
- Meeting point & time:
- If booking our transport:
- Dubai at 2:45pm: Artisan Bakers - https://maps.app.goo.gl/yH6QEtZpH7UQceCq5 in Al Barsha. RTA parking is available i f you want to come with your car.
- Abu Dhabi at 4:15pm: ADNOC Service Station | Shawamekh-(South West) (755) - https://maps.app.goo.gl/adkwrB7c98omTcWS9. There is no parking at this petrol station, so please meet us in a taxi.
- If not: Arabian Wanderers – Al Quaa Stargazing & Camping - https://maps.app.goo.gl/z6zSwEwgfQRzyccD6 at 6:00pm. Any car can reach the meeting point in Al Quaa where you can leave your car by the side of the road free of charge. There is no need for a 4x4 vehicle as you will join one of our 4x4 vehicles to go to the camp.
- Restroom Facilities: A portable toilet with a privacy tent will be available.
- Solo & women friendly: Solo and female travelers are more than welcome; 70% of our participants are usually solo adventurers and women.
- Pet-friendly: You're welcome to bring your pet on the trip, provided everyone on the tour is comfortable with it. You can confirm this via the WhatsApp group created for all booked participants.
- Note: Visibility may be affected by weather conditions (e.g., clouds, rain). Event cancellation will only occur in the case of severe weather (heavy rain or very strong winds), not due to clouds or light rain.
- Mobile Coverage: e& has inconsistent internet and phone coverage. du has inconsistent phone coverage and no internet coverage.
- Important Note: Bookings cannot be rescheduled within 14 days of the trip.
- Health and travel insurance: It is mandatory to have a health and travel insurance in the country where this experience is happening. If you don't have insurance or your current insurance doesn't provide coverage, you can obtain one here !
- Disclaimer: Even though Al Quaa is the best place in the UAE for stargazing, don't expect it to look like the photos online. While you can see more stars than in most other locations and will definitely be amazed, the photos you see online are taken with professional cameras or high-quality phones that capture low light better than the naked eye.
- Tipping Information: If you'd like to show your appreciation to your guide, please bring cash in AED for tipping.
- Instagram: Follow us on Instagram for our latest adventures: arabian.wanderers
For any questions that are not on the booking link, you can WhatsApp us by clicking on this link https://wa.me/message/V53PMRXR5SCIH1 or call us on: +971522067219
2 attendeesSocotra: The Alien Island - 8 days
Arabian Wanderers, شارع حصة, دبي, AEDay 1: Arrival and Arher Beach
Fly from Abu Dhabi at 9:25am, arriving in Socotra at 10:40am. Meet guide at the airport. Enjoy a homemade Yemeni meal with a local family before heading to Arher Beach, known for its stunning cliffs and freshwater streams. Spend the night on the beach.
Day 2: Hoq Cave and Sunset Hike
Start with breakfast on the beach, then hike to Hoq Cave, a unique natural wonder. After lunch, relax or take a strenuous hike for breathtaking views. Watch the sunset before returning to camp for dinner.
Day 3: Sunrise Hike, Dihamri, and Homhil
Begin the day with a sunrise hike, followed by breakfast and a visit to Dihamri Marine Reserve for snorkeling. After lunch, explore Homhil's infinity pool and rare Socotri trees. Enjoy dinner at camp.
Day 4: Kilisan Wadi, Zahek, and Aomak Beach
After breakfast, visit Kilisan Wadi for swimming and cliff jumping. Then, head to Zahek dunes for sunset before camping at Aomak Beach.
Day 5: Diksam (Dragon Blood Tree Forest)
Explore Dagub Cave and head to Diksam plateau to see the legendary Dragon Blood Trees. Enjoy lunch at Wadi Dirhur and a sunset photo walk in Firmhin forest. Dinner and overnight stay in the forest.
Day 6: Detwah Lagoon
After breakfast, head to Detwah Lagoon for swimming and beach exploration. Optional hike to overlook the lagoon for sunset. Dinner and overnight stay at the lagoon.
Day 7: Shoab Beach
Take a boat ride to Shoab Beach for swimming and dolphin watching. Meet a local guide for tea and a cave tour. Return to Hadiboh for exploration and a traditional Yemeni meal.
Day 8: Departure
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before heading to the airport for your flight back to Abu Dhabi at 12:10pm. Arrive in Abu Dhabi at 3:25pm. Depart with unforgettable memories of Socotra.
Including:
- Meals
All meals: 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners - Transport
Private vehicle, 4x4 - Accommodation:
High quality camping equipment (tent, mattress, mattress cover, pillow, pillow cover, blanket, portable toilet when needed) for 7 nights and 1 night in Heathrow or Diamond hotel. - Included activities:
Arther beach visit
Hike to Hoq Cave
Snorkeling in Dihamri
Hike and swim in the Infinity natural pool in Homhil
Dragon Blood Trees Forest visit
Swim and free time in Detwah Lagoon
Boat ride along with dolphins to Shoab beach
Short hike to meet the caveman - Visit Visa
- Round Trip Flight from Abu Dhabi to Socotra
- Entrance fees
- Staff & experts
Adventure Leader throughout, local guides.
Price: 9,855 AED PP
Notes:
- Important note: Your booking will only be confirmed once you've completed the process on the following link: https://www.arabianwanderers.com/tour/socotra-the-alien-island-8-days. RSVP on Meetup serves as an expression of intent to attend the event and does not guarantee your place, as spots are limited and tend to fill up rapidly.
- Group size: Small group experience - Avg. 10. Max 16.
- Physical rating: Suitable for everyone, includes beginner level hiking and walking.
- Solo travelers are welcome.
- Instagram: Follow us on Instagram for more adventures: arabian.wanderers.
For further info, you can WhatsApp message by clicking on this link https://wa.me/message/V53PMRXR5SCIH1 or call us on: +971522067219
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