Al Quaa Milky Way Spot: Stargazing and Camping in the Darkest Spot in UAE!

Day 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 the Milky way.
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](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](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](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.
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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