Al Wathba Fossil Dunes and Salt Lake Tour from Abu Dhabi

Get ready to Venture the hidden wonders of Abu Dhabi with our Al Wathba Fossil Dunes tour! Discover the timeless wonders -from the pristine Salt Lake to the alluring Al Khatim Desert vistas and create memories for a lifetime!

Challenge your sporty spirit for an unforgettable 5-hour adventure that perfectly blends nature, culture, and desert excitement.

Your adventure begins with the surreal Al Wathba Fossil Dunes, where wind and water have sculpted forms over 120,000 years; some up to 10 metres tall. Followed by the tranquil Al Wathba Salt Lake, where crystalline salt mergers with vibrant turquoise water. Perhaps, it is a photographer's haven.

Up next, the drive leads you to the illustrious Al Wathba Camel Race Track, where you can acquire ample information of the Emirati heritage, before heading straight into the endless stretch of Al Khatim Desert.

Undeniably, the desert it is a playground for the sporty spirits! It’s time to feel the adrenaline rush in your veins as you explore the dunes with a dune bashing sessions and sandboarding down the soft golden slopes.

Your experience starts with a comfortable pickup from your Abu Dhabi hotel in a premium, air-conditioned 4x4. As you settle in, your tour guide will walk you through the day’s itinerary during the scenic drive to Al Wathba.

Your desert adventure begins here: enter an escapade that combines the breathtaking natural beauty of Abu Dhabi with life-changing desert adventures. The goal of our Al Wathba and Al Khatim Desert Safari is to provide you with the best of both worlds: thrilling adventure and serene historic scenery.

You’ll explore million-year-old fossil dunes, walk along pristine salt lakes, and take in the raw beauty of the UAE’s desert heritage. Then, shift gears as the adventure takes you to the towering dunes of Al Khatim, where adrenaline and excitement await.

What to Expect on Your adventure?

• Al Wathba Fossil Dunes & Salt Lake

  Take a stroll through stunning, ancient fossil dunes, sculpted by the wind over millions of years, before reaching the famous Al Wathba Salt Lake. Here, brilliant turquoise waters mingle with bright white salt formations - a photograph’s dream capture.

  Perhaps, soak in the peaceful serene moment before your desert adventure kicks off.

• Al Wathba Camel Race Track

  Along the way, the iconic Camel Race Track stands true to Emirati culture. If you make it in time, you can experience the desert on a camel back. In the ancient era, Camels were known as the ships of the desert.

• Al Khatim Desert Adventure

  Once you reach here, the real highlight of your tour will start. Would you rather grip the seat or throw your hands up as the dunes rise? Feel the thrill of your expert driver weaving through that exciting dune bashing ride and then grab a sandboard to glide down the soft, silky slopes.

For those who like to take it easy, dune bashing and sandboarding are optional activities for those who prefer a more relaxed experience. After the wild adventure, you will sit back and relax while driving back to Abu Dhabi, with free refreshments to end the experience on a refreshing note.