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Rub Al Khali, Abu Dhabi is one of the largest desert in UAE as well as in the world spreading over an area of 518,000 square kilometers. The desert territory is shared by the Arab nations of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Oman, and Yemen. In Arabic 'Rub al-Khali' means empty quarters. The desert of Rub Al Khali, Abu Dhabi is the location of several adventure sports and activities. The desert mainly attracts tourists from the western countries who are drawn by the mystic beauty of desert and the thrill related to desert safaris.

The Rub Al Khali lies about 172 kilometers from the city of Abu Dhabi and it takes more than 2 hours drive to reach the desert. The northern part of Rub Al Khali in Abu Dhabi is watered by occasional winter rains, while the southern part sustains on monsoon rains from the Indian Ocean. The northern region is the home of Al-Murra and al-Dawasir Bedouins. Their camels feed on bushes and grasses that grow in the northern desert. Other tribes that roam in this desert are Al-Manasir, al-Duru, al-Kathir, al-Rawashid and the al Manahil.

Rub al-Khali is one of the major Tourist Attractions in Abu Dhabi. The desert is the ideal location for many things to do. Adventure enthusiasts indulge in exciting dune driving and sand skiing. Desert safaris are the most popular excursions from Abu Dhabi. Safaris are the best way to explore the sea of sand at Rub Al Khali, Abu Dhabi. Feel the essence of Bedouin hospitality and culture while enjoying a overnight stay at the Bedouin tents. Join a day trip across the Manazir Plateau and Al Hamra Sands to see the scenic dune formations and experience a camel ride.

Exploring the vast desert of Rub Al Khali, Abu Dhabi is much easier now with air-conditioned 4-wheelers or the traditional means of transportation, camels. Yet is is not possible for all to cross the sea of sand and discover the several oases that lie within.

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