When you think of Abu Dhabi sand dunes, picture golden waves of sand stretching as far as you can see. The desert here isn’t empty it’s full of life, colour, and excitement. Just a short drive from the city, you’ll find yourself surrounded by rolling dunes that glow red and orange in the sunset.

These dunes aren’t just pretty to look at they’re made for adventure. Visitors come from all over the world to try dune bashing, where skilled drivers race up and down the slopes in 4x4s. If you like a slower pace, you can ride a camel, try sandboarding, or simply sit back and watch the desert change colours as the sun…

If you’ve ever watched riders zoom across the golden dunes of Dubai or Abu Dhabi, you’ve probably wondered how fast can a quad go? The answer depends on a few simple things like engine size, terrain, and who’s riding it.

Most quad bikes in the UAE can reach speeds between 60 and 100 km/h, depending on their power. Smaller ones, like 250cc models, are great for beginners and top out around 65 km/h, while bigger 1000cc beasts can hit 120 km/h or more on flat ground.

But here’s the thing the soft desert sand slows them down a bit. In real rides across the dunes, most quads cruise safely at 50–70…