Go karting in Abu Dhabi is the perfect way for speed enthusiasts to feel what it’s like to drive on a race track. It is a fun, adrenaline pumping activity that is preferred by those with a need for speed. The Emirate offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy this activity in a safe manner. This guide cover everything you need to know about go-karting in Abu Dhabi.
Places offering Go Karting in Abu Dhabi
Let’s go through the common places offering go karting in Abu Dhabi in detail.
Yas Kartzone at Yas Marina Circuit
Situated in Yas Marina Circuit, the Yas Kartzone is home to three kart track configurations. All tracks are powered by ADNOC. The tracks offer thrilling go karting activities for different age groups.
Kids: Kids from 5 to 7 years old have access to the Bambino Karts for 10-minute track sessions. The Junior sessions include a one-year membership card.
Juniors: This category provides access to kids from 8 to 12 years old to the Junior Karts. The sessions are for 12 minutes. The Junior sessions include a one-year membership card.
Adults: Drivers aged 13 years and above with a minimum height of 150 cm have access to the adult category for go karting. This is a 12-minute session on the adult track where participants use the Parolin XT40 270CC kart. The adult session includes a one-year Kartzone Membership.
Please note that the Al Hosn Green Pass is necessary to participate in all these categories. Moreover, it is mandatory for all drivers from all age categories to use proper racing gear. Every category will be briefed about safety before the session kicks off.
Prices for Go Karting in Abu Dhabi at Yas Kartzone
- The price for a kid’s session is AED 55 per driver
- The price for the junior’s session is AED 80 per driver
- The price for adult’s session is AED 120 per driver
Yas Karting Academy
The Yas Marina Circuit also launched a karting academy to facilitate the young ones willing to perfect their go karting in Abu Dhabi. With the training held at the academy drivers of the future are taught a range of skills necessary to go kart at the track. Expert instructors teach theory and hands-on learning about the race kraft, driving skills and other important aspects of karts such as maintenance.
This is an 8-week program where participants take1 day per week with 2 hours per session.
Location: Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Timing: 9:00 am to 11:30 pm
Contact details: +971-2-659-9472
Al Forsan International Sports Resort
Al Forsan International Sports Resort is also common amongst people seeking opportunities to go kart in Abu Dhabi. There are two go kart race tracks at the facility: the adult karting outdoor track and the kids karting outdoor track.
Adult Karting Outdoor Track
The track conducts competitive and non-competitive track events, alike. The outdoor adult karting track spans across 1.2km and is a CIK (Commission Internationale De Karting) approved professional circuit. CIK is the international FIA body for Kart Racing.
Those with a momentum for quick acceleration experience a challenging and exhilarating experience at this trac. Moreover, the track is made keeping advanced karting safety features in check.
Anyone above 12 years of age and a minimum height of 1.5 cm can use the track. Children between 7 to 11 years old, may also join the adult track but they will have to use a special kart made for them with all the safety standards.
Kids Karting Outdoor Track
Children between 3 to years old can go kart at the Kids Karting track. You will find special electric karts, with a maximum speed of 10 kmph on this track.
The kids karting outdoor track keeps the highest safety standards in consideration. Children are clearly briefed about safety and important driving skills to use at the track before they are allowed onto the karting track.
It is necessary to carry an Emirates ID or passport to go kart on the adult and kids outdoor track.
Price for Go Karting in Al Forsan International Sports Resort
- The charges for a single adult is AED 120
- The charges for a single child is AED 90
- The annual membership fee for go karting on the adult outdoor karting track of Al Forsan International Sports Resort is AED 1000 for one adult.
Location: Al Forsan International Sports Resort, Khalifa City A, Street 12, Abu Dhabi.
Timing for go karting: Daily, 2:30 pm to 11:00 pm
Contact details: 800-990
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is a common go-to-place for motor sports enthusiasts of the Emirate. The destination is home to a number of thrilling activities and karting is one of them. Ferrari World is home to a go karting track spanning across 290-metres.
To take part in the Karting Academy at Ferrari World booking is on a first come first serve basis. The number of cars allowed per pit lane is 12. Only one person can sit in a kart. The session time is 20 minutes. Furthermore, only those between a height of 150 and 210 cm and below 120 kg can participate in the kart race and everyone has to wear safety gear.
Price for go karting in Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
- Single day ticket for one adult is AED 310
- Single day ticket for juniors is AED 240
For other deals and discounts, visit the official website.
Location: Yas Leisure Drive, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Timings: Daily, 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Contact details: +971-600-511115
Al Ain RaceWay
This is an exclusive state-of-the-art karting facility following international standards. Al Ain Raceway karting track spans across 1.6 km, it is a fully flood-lit circuit and features several distinctive configurations offering an exciting challenge for drivers of all ages.
Karting facilities offered at At Al Ain Raceway include:
Corporate Entertainment and Conferencing
These are private events, whether you are organising a corporate event, birthday event or any other occasion, you can select one of our race circuits for yourself and your guests. All participants are offered race suits on arrival at registration. Moreover, a race director will clearly lay out the rules, formats, and safety briefing to all the competitors before they carry on to the bespoke race track for go karting.
Arrive and Drive
From youngsters to experienced drivers, arrive and drive facility offers an ideal, economical and hassle-free opportunity to practise in go karting activities and hone your driving skills in high performing Intrepid rental karts.
Drivers are supposed to sign in and change into the race gear upon arrival. They will then be briefed about circuit rules and kart controls and finally will be tested by one of the instructors before they take on the main kart track.
All competitors are divided in categories based on their age. The Mini category is for individuals between 7-11years old, Club category is for individuals who are 12 years old and above, Pro is for 16 years and above, RD1 Elite is also for 16 years and above.
The participants regardless of category at the end of each session receive race-prepared karts including individual lap time print-outs in addition to a performance graph and statistical information.
Price for Arrive and Drive Go Karting
- The price for Mini category is AED 120
- The price for Club category is AED 120
- The price for Pro category is AED 140
- The price for RD1 Elite category is AED 250
Junior Driving
The Junior Driving facility is designed for young future drivers between 7 to 15 years old. The membership is annual and kids can access go karting on the Al Ain Raceway’s Rental kart activities with this facility. Please note that all drivers under 16 years of age must be accompanied by a legal guardian or parents.
Price for Junior Driving Go Karting
Price for a 12-month membership is AED 300
Karting Club
Private kart owners & karting ardent individuals can become members of the Kart Club. This is a professional racing club for the UAE Rotax Max Challenge. This is UAE’s official National Karting Championship. Anyone with a racing licence can take part in this challenge.
Prices for Kart Club Go Karting
- The basic membership fee (one time for the season) is AED 525
- The Premium Membership Fee (one time for the season) is AED 1000
- The Annual Gold Membership Fee is AED 10500
- The Annual Gold Plus Membership Fee is AED 15,750
That is all about the places to go karting in Abu Dhabi. If you’re based in Dubai, here is a list of places offering go karting in Dubai.
Besides, if you wish to buy a personal kart, go through these used go karts for sale in the UAE.
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