
About the Tour
Liwa Oasis is located in the western region of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, 220 km southwest of Abu Dhabi Island. It stretches about 120 km in the northern part of the vast Empty Quarter desert and forms a crescent that extends from the southwest to the southeast in the heart of Al Dhafra Region.
You can reach Liwa Oasis in a three-hour drive. Liwa is the largest oasis of its kind in the Arabian Peninsula, and the gateway to the Empty Quarter.
On this driving tour, discover the 52 villages and oases in Liwa, such as Nashash, Mezaira’a, Qutuf, Maryah Al Gharbia, and Khannour. While visiting some of the historic buildings extending on the Liwa crescent, and learn about the history of the area and about the Emirati tribes that lived in these oases protecting themselves by the many forts and watchtowers extending across Liwa.
The driving tour starts at Al Yabbana Fort, located in the far east of Liwa, and will end at the Umm Hisn Tower, located in the far west of Liwa.
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Major Landmarks
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Al Yabbana Fort
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Al Meel Fort
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Mezaira’a Fort
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Dhafeer Fort
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Qutuf Fort
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Mougad Tower
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Al Marya al-Gharbia
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Fort Umm Hisn Tower
Directions to Starting Point
Starting point is the parking area in front of the Al Yabbana Fort.


Tips
Places to stop along the way
The various forts and towers along the route
Best time of day
Best time would be early morning or mid-day to sunset.
Precautions
This route travels along several roads, oases and farms, driving a little slower will give you time to soak in the beauty of it all! Also, it is advised to wear proper walking shoes and hydrate at all times.
Need to be add Khanoor Fort, and optional stop destination for food & beverages.