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Grouped by emirate. Showing up to top 50 per emirate. Last database update: 2026-06-16T15:52:47+02:00

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Abu Dhabi

3/50 listed

Desert #45

Liwa Oasis

Al Dhafra, Abu Dhabi

Desert escape in Al Dhafra, useful for visitors comparing current UAE places by emirate, mood, budget, and source trail.

Best time: October to April, sunrise or late afternoon
Duration: 2-4 hours
Budget: Varies

abu dhabi desert al dhafra oasis

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Desert #46

Moreeb Dune

Liwa, Abu Dhabi

Desert escape in Liwa, useful for visitors comparing current UAE places by emirate, mood, budget, and source trail.

Best time: October to April, sunrise or late afternoon
Duration: 2-4 hours
Budget: Varies

abu dhabi desert liwa moreeb

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Desert #47

Telal Resort Desert Area

Remah, Abu Dhabi

Desert escape in Remah, useful for visitors comparing current UAE places by emirate, mood, budget, and source trail.

Best time: October to April, sunrise or late afternoon
Duration: 2-4 hours
Budget: Varies

abu dhabi desert remah telal resort

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Ras Al Khaimah

3/50 listed

Desert #27

Bassata Desert Village

Al Wadi Desert, Ras Al Khaimah

Desert escape in Al Wadi Desert, useful for visitors comparing current UAE places by emirate, mood, budget, and source trail.

Best time: October to April, sunrise or late afternoon
Duration: 2-4 hours
Budget: Varies

ras al khaimah desert al wadi desert bassata village

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Desert #29

Al Wadi Desert

Al Wadi, Ras Al Khaimah

Desert escape in Al Wadi, useful for visitors comparing current UAE places by emirate, mood, budget, and source trail.

Best time: October to April, sunrise or late afternoon
Duration: 2-4 hours
Budget: Varies

ras al khaimah desert al wadi

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Desert #31

Bedouin Oasis Camp

Al Wadi, Ras Al Khaimah

Desert escape in Al Wadi, useful for visitors comparing current UAE places by emirate, mood, budget, and source trail.

Best time: October to April, sunrise or late afternoon
Duration: 2-4 hours
Budget: Varies

ras al khaimah desert al wadi bedouin oasis

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