Desert Survival Challenge: A test for smart thinking and team work
Imagine this: You’re stuck in the middle of an endless desert. The sun is blazing, the sands stretch as far as your eyes can see, and your group has only a small list of items to pick from to help you survive the ordeal till help arrives. Which ones would you choose to survive and more importantly, get out of the situation your team finds itself in?
This is the thrilling setup of the Desert Survival Challenge, an adventure-filled outdoor team building activity that tests not only your knowledge of survival techniques but also your ability to work together as a team. At first glance, it seems simple, just select items you deem most important from a given list. But when every choice seems existential in the desert, teamwork and smart thinking matter more than ever.
The Power of Smart Choices: Calm Decision-making Under Duress
Imagine you’re handed a list of items to choose from in this activity that simulates a potentially life-threatening situation: a map, a water bottle, matches, a flashlight, sunglasses, a mirror, food supplies, and more. Some items feel like obvious lifesavers: of course you need water! But rarely are existential challenges so simple: Do you pick a map or a compass? A knife or a rope? Do sunglasses really matter when survival is at stake?
That’s where the fun begins. In the Desert Survival Challenge, each team must rank the importance of items, explain their reasoning, and agree on the final list. The challenge sparks debates, creative thinking, and often surprising answers. For example, did you know that a mirror is far more valuable than a flashlight in the desert? It can reflect sunlight to signal for rescue miles away.
Life Lessons Hidden in the Sand
Beyond the excitement of picking survival items, this survival challenge holds deeper lessons. It highlights problem-solving under pressure, shows how different viewpoints can shape decisions, and reveals the importance of collaboration. Some people focus on practical needs like food, while others prioritize navigation or rescue tools. The best solutions come when everyone listens, contributes, and adapts.
The Desert Survival Challenge isn’t just about surviving the desert, it’s about finding how teams can succeed together in uncertain situations. For corporate teams, the activity helps builds trust, sharpens instincts, enhances critical problem solving skills and leaves unforgettable memories. Dare we say, it even sparks some laughter along the way!
From Survival to Celebration
Here’s the best part: the experience doesn’t end with survival planning. At BoredroomX, the Desert Survival Challenge is part of something bigger.
Get on our survivor challenge packed with survival thrills, team spirit, and adventure. End the day with an Authentic Arab Experience featuring dazzling shows, Arabian cuisine, a bonfire, and shisha. That is team building in Riyadh, reimagined!
Why Corporate Teams Love It
The desert may seem harsh and unforgiving, but within this challenge lies the perfect mix of thrill, learning, and cultural discovery. It’s not just about survival, it’s about connection. By the end, teams walk away realizing how important it is to trust and rely on each other to survive and thrive. These lessons that teams take back to their workplaces help them navigate the complex and competitive world of business.
So, if you’re ready to trade boardrooms for sand dunes, and whiteboards for survival kits, join us at BoredroomX Riyadh. The vast Saudi desert is calling, and the only question is: How will you choose to survive and thrive?
If you are looking for some desert adventures for your team, we have several options in our wide range of outdoor team building activities. Besides the Desert Survival, you may also be interested in the Nomadic Treasure Hunt activity. Contact us now for the next desert adventure for your team!
