Desert drive with Wadi Shawaka pools tour
Do this because
- Try sandboarding and dune bashing in the desert
- Explore the natural water pools of Wadi
- Enjoy a picnic and spend time immersed in nature
What to expect
Explore the best-kept treasures of Arabia on this mountain safari experience. Visit the desert and the natural water pools of Wadi.
After pick-up from your Dubai accommodation, you'll make your way to the desert to start your adventure. This tour will give you a glimpse of desert and agricultural life, as well as the rock formations that can be found deep in the desert such as Fossil and Camel Rock. In the desert, you'll be able to enjoy a sandboarding experience and dune bashing experience too!
Then, you'll make your way to the deep trenches and waters of Wadi, the region's natural water pools. Wadi Shawka is covered by Hajjar Mountains from all sides and the valley is filled with rocky terrain, farmland, water pools and wildlife. Here, you'll be able to enjoy a picnic immersed in nature. If you're feeling brave, you can even choose to swim through it!
Important to know
- Children aged 0-4 years are not permitted on this tour
- Dress code: lightweight summer clothing is suitable for most of the year, but sweaters or jackets may be needed for the winter months. Good quality sunglasses and hats are advisable
- Please wear sports shoes for safe sandboarding
- A vegetarian option is available for the picnic lunch. You can communicate this during booking if required
- The duration of the tour mentioned is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions. Delays in hotel pick-up and drop-off may occur due to traffic conditions
- Please note that the water availability at Wadi Shawaka will be subject to weather conditions
- Guests visiting the UAE during the summer months (June-September) are advised that peak daytime temperatures sometimes reach 42-45°C and humidity levels can also exceed 90% during this period so we recommend all guests to take adequate precautions
- The local tour operator reserves the right to cancel any part of the scheduled programs because of government decisions, public holidays, weather conditions, or other similar circumstances
What’s included
Roundtrip transportation in a private 4x4 Land Cruiser
Picnic box lunch with Arabic coffee and dates (vegetarian option available)
Light refreshment (coffee, water, soft drink)
Tour guide
What’s not included
Gratuities
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Pickup points
To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.
Provider
Orient Tours LLC
Need a hand?
Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +1 208-744-6464
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