Looking for a unique way to spend your weekend? Head to Abu Dhabi’s Al Quaa Desert on Saturday, June 21, 2025, for an unforgettable stargazing event — and yes, transport is available from Dubai.

Al Quaa is one of the darkest sky spots in the UAE, which means it offers some of the clearest views of the Milky Way. On this special night, experts from Dubai Astronomy Group will guide participants through a fully immersive session, complete with storytelling, sky mapping, and astrophotography.

 

The programme includes:

  • Interactive sky tours with professional astronomers
  • Astrophotography workshops with equipment provided
  • Viewing sessions through high-powered telescopes (expect sights like Jupiter’s moons and Saturn’s rings)

If you’ve never experienced the night sky this way, it’s a perfect introduction — whether you’re curious about constellations or just want to try something new away from the city lights.

Practical Info on Milky Way Observation Event:

  • Date & Time: Saturday, June 21 | 10 PM to 2 AM
  • Price: AED 120 per person
  • Pickup: Jebel Ali Metro Station, Dubai
  • Bus Departure: 6:30 PM

The bus ride to the observation site takes around three hours, including bathroom breaks, and drops you off in time for the main event. If you love photography, want to learn more about astronomy, or just enjoy peaceful moments under the stars, this is the kind of outing that sticks with you.