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Al Wathba Fossil Dunes Night Tour
Step back into time and visit the Al Wathba Fossil Dunes, a must-see for any Abu Dhabi trip. The area is protected and home to 1,700 fossil dunes that are over four million years old. With well lit paths and perfect skies for stargazing, this tour is especially unique during the night.
Highlights
6 hours
Walking
Car
Highlights
6 hours
Walking
Car
Day 1 highlights
Begin your journey through the 3-kilometre-long Al Wathba Fossil Dune trails that meander through natural marvels. Along the trail you'll be able to take in music and light shows in the amphitheatre, stop for a beverage at the food trucks and soak in art in the gallery.
From here, head to Al Sadeem Observatory because there is no better place to stargaze than the desert. Be sure to take in the beautiful skies and learn from the experts about the night sky.
To round off your evening, take a short journey to Al Wathba Luxury Collection Resort for dinner. Choose from a wide range of cuisines with many offering panoramic views of the dunes.
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Frequently asked questions about Al Wathba
What are the Al Wathba Fossil Dunes?
The Al Wathba Fossil Dunes in Abu Dhabi are waves of sand frozen in time - created by elemental forces nearly 120,000 to 150,000 years ago.
Are there snakes in the fossil sand dunes?
A range of species including snakes and scorpions are native to the UAE desert. While hard to spot, do not fear them and simply keep your distance in the event of seeing them.