As its name suggests, the Empty Quarter, commonly known as Rub al Khali, occupies a quarter of the Arabian Peninsula. The region is known as hyperarid. However, even though it is devoid of vegetation, the view of the dunes is incredible. This isolated place, cut off from the world, offers splendid landscapes. There is the ►
As its name suggests, the Empty Quarter, commonly known as Rub al Khali, occupies a quarter of the Arabian Peninsula. The region is known as hyperarid. However, even though it is devoid of vegetation, the view of the dunes is incredible. This isolated place, cut off from the world, offers splendid landscapes. There is the Liwa oasis for more than 100 km, crisscrossed by small villages and contrasting with the endless dunes surrounding it. As for the more adventurous, it can all start with strolling by 4X4 in a sea of sand. On the way, they can also stop at the Bedouin camel farm; the Bedouin tribes are always open to passing on their heritage and culture when travelers visit them. Afterward, those who spend the night in one of the camps set up in the middle of the desert will have the chance to discover sandboarding and oriental music and enjoy admiring the starry sky.
The crossing of Saudi Arabia's arid zones from east to west is gigantic, deploying a diversity of unexpected landscapes. The Bajda desert is fantastic. In the red dunes, tourists can stop at unique sites such as Jubb Canyon, the Grande Arche or Ship Rock, with its ancient inscriptions dating back more than 1,300 years.
Also, in Saudi Arabia, the Hisma Desert is impressive. It is a continuation of those in Wadi Rum in neighboring Jordan. Hisma is one of a kind, with a variety of stunning landscapes. A spectacular rock formation and traditional villages allow explorers to meet the locals and discover their culture.
Travelers can continue their journey in the Kuwait desert, where night camping is preferred, especially since it allows them to enjoy a moment around the fire and savor the local cuisine. Those who want to go camel trekking through the sand can do so. For the more adventurous, quad bike tours and SUV dune races will make their hearts beat faster. ◄
