Skydiving instructors make thrilling leap over Liwa Dunes

LIWA Village celebrated its return to the heart of the Al Dhafra desert by delivering a jaw-dropping spectacle on December 12th.

Against the stunning backdrop of the Liwa dunes, all eyes were glued to the sky as two daring professionals skydived from a plane while holding a banner to announce that Liwa Village is officially back.

The aircraft took off from its base at Abu Dhabi Sports Aviation Club and made the short journey to LIWA Festival.

Once it climbed to an altitude of 13,000 ft, the skydivers leapt from the plane, launching into an adrenaline-pumping freefall through the clear blue skies.

As the large banner unfurled in the wind, the daring display captivated onlookers below as they watched the words ‘LIWA VILLAGE IS BACK’ soar across the horizon, setting the tone for another unforgettable event of adventure, entertainment and culture, taking place until 4 January.

Helping to bring LIWA Village’s vision to life, Abu Dhabi Sports Aviation Club is a community where thrill seekers come together to safely enjoy once-in-a-lifetime adventures. Established under the Patronage and Directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, the club allows individuals to touch the sky with an array of exciting adventures such as skydiving, crazy flights, and flight training courses.

Located at the heart of Liwa International Festival 2025, amid the picturesque Al Dhafra region, Liwa Village is a must-visit destination known for blending rich Emirati traditions with modern entertainment. Featuring an array of immersive cultural experiences, adrenaline-pumping activities, family-friendly attractions, and exquisite dining options, the village promises a memorable journey for friends, families, and daredevils.

As evident from the epic skydiving display, Liwa Village doesn’t do things by halves, and this year guests can look forward to an unparalleled lineup of attractions.

Themed zones including the adrenaline-filled activities at Meydan and family-friendly workshops at Wanasa.

The Souk provides a taste of Emirati culture through dynamic shopping and dining experiences, while Shams Liwa offers mesmerising views from the village’s Ferris wheel. Meanwhile, evening entertainment includes live performances by beloved Arabic artists, making it the region’s ultimate winter destination.

Don't miss out on the adventure of a lifetime at LIWA Village – visit www.liwavillage.ae to explore the full line-up and plan your visit today.

In a related development recently, Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Ruler's Representative in the Al Dhafra Region, visited Liwa International Festival 2025 (LIWA 2025), held under his patronage and running until 4 January 2025, in the Al Dhafra Region.

His Highness started his visit to LIWA 2025 with a tour of the camping & RV grounds, which features local and global exhibitors. He visited Liwa Village, where a variety of artistic, cultural, and family entertainment programmes are held, offering visitors unique experiences, as well as a main stage for concerts and celebrations. He was given a guided preview of some of the festival’s most anticipated highlights, including the Monster Jam truck show, Hollywood Circus, and Classic Cars exhibition.

His Highness then attended the festival’s opening ceremony, featuring the premiere of a film honouring Liwa International Festival 2025 throughout the years, before officially inaugurating the event. The launch featured a spectacular fireworks display and thrilling performances on the sand dunes.

The Liwa International Festival 2025 shines a spotlight on the unique tourism offerings of the Al Dhafra region, as a vibrant destination, inviting one and all to create beautiful memories with family and friends while enjoying their passions for adventure, sports, culture, arts, and music.

The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) drives the sustainable growth of Abu Dhabi’s culture and tourism sectors and its creative industries, fuelling economic progress and helping to achieve Abu Dhabi’s wider global ambitions.

By working in partnership with the organisations that define the emirate’s position as a leading international destination, DCT Abu Dhabi strives to unite the ecosystem around a shared vision of the emirate’s potential, coordinate effort and investment, deliver innovative solutions, and use the best tools, policies and systems to support the culture and tourism.