Safari

1-Falconry and Natural Safari

Highlights:

  • Pickup and drop-off from Dubai hotels in airconditioned vehicle (shared or private).
  • Adventure pack per couple with a water bottle and a Sheila/ghutra per guest.
  • Interact with falcons from the private collection of a prominent local family and experience the most advanced and spectacular training techniques (60-75min).
  • Emirati breakfast at an exclusive camp inside the desert retreat of the local Royal family.
  • Nature drive in an open-top 1950’s Land Rover inside the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve (60min).
  • Bathroom facilities.
  • Short camel ride in front of the camp
  • A portion of your fee is contributed towards desert conservation.
  • Duration: Half day (morning) duration 5 hours.

Terms and Conditions:

  • A private car booking is required if travelling with children under 5 years old.
  • Infants below 12 months are not permitted on our nature drive, however, we can arrange an alternative on request.
  • Children over 5 years old and under 12 will be accepted at the child rate.
  • Not suitable for any pregnant guest during their last trimester.
  • Pick up from Dubai Hotels between 05:30 AM and 07:00 AM (depends on sunrise).
  • Certain vintage Land Rovers can accommodate up to 10 Guests.
  • Return to the Hotel between 10:30 AM and 12:00 PM.

2-Bediun Culture Safari

Highlights:

  • Pickup and drop-off from Dubai hotels in airconditioned vehicle (shared or private).
  • Arrive at the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. Receive your Adventure Pack and put on your Sheila/Ghutra (traditional headscarf).
  • Embark on a traditional camel caravan across the sand dunes (15 minutes – two guests per camel).
  • Receive a Bedouin welcome at an authentic Bedouin village.
  • Explore the traditional village with Bedouin tents, cooking stations, farm animals and learn about Bedouin life.
  • Watch a Bedouin falcon show with Saluki dogs
  • Watch the preparation of a typical Bedouin breakfast at live cooking stations and enjoy a series of local dishes.
  • Spend time with local Bedouin, listen to their stories passed down through the generations and take part in a traditional performance.
  • Bathroom facilities.
  • Nature drive in an open-top 1950’s Land Rover inside the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve (60min).
  • A portion of your fee is contributed towards local conservation.
  • Duration: Half day (morning) duration 5 hours.

Terms and Conditions:

  • A private car booking is required if travelling with children under 5 years old.
  • Infants below 12 months are not permitted on our nature drive, however we can arrange an alternative on request.
  • Children over 5 years old and under 12 will be accepted at the child rate.
  • Not suitable for any pregnant guest during their last trimester.
  • Pick up from Dubai Hotels between 05:30 AM and 07:00 AM (depends on sunrise).
  • Certain vintage Land Rovers can accommodate up to 10 Guests.
  • Return to the Hotel between 10:30 AM and 12:00 PM.

3-Safari by Vintage Land Rover

Highlights:

  • Pickup and drop-off from Dubai hotels in airconditioned vehicle (shared or private).
  • Adventure pack per couple with a water bottle and a Sheila/ghutra per guests.
  • Nature drive through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve in museum-quality 1950’s Land Rover (60min).
  • Falcon demonstration (25min) and sunset photo stop amongst the dunes.
  • Enjoy cultural activities such as henna tattoos, Arabic bread making, Arabic coffee making and two cultural live entertainments.
  • Authentic 4-course dinner in an exclusive camp set amongst the rolling dunes of a Royal desert retreat.
  • Aromatic shisha pipes available at the camp.
  • Short camel ride (As it is after dark, for the safety of the camels and our guests, these are short rides in a lit area near the camp.)
  • A portion of your fee is contributed towards desert conservation.

Extend your desert adventure with an Overnight Experience:

  • Traditional Arabic stone dwellings complete with mattress, pillows and comfortable duvets for the night.
  • Bathroom facilities (no showers).
  • Gourmet Breakfast the next morning with a possibility to add a sunrise Hot Air Balloon flight.
  • Duration: Afternoon until evening duration 7 hours / Overnight 18 hours (Return by 10 AM).

Terms and Conditions:

  • A private car booking is required if travelling with children under 5 years old.
  • Infants below 12 months are not permitted on our nature drive, however we can arrange an alternative on request.
  • Children over 5 years old and under 12 years old will be accepted at the Child rate.
  • Pick up from Dubai Hotels between 02:30 PM and 04:30 PM (depends on the sunset).
  • Certain vintage Land Rovers can accommodate up to 10 Guests.
  • Not suitable for any pregnant guest during their last trimester.
  • Return to the Hotel between 9:30 PM and 11:30 PM / Overnight next day between 10:00 AM and 11:30 AM.

4-Safari by Camel Caravan

Highlights:

  • Pickup and drop-off from Dubai hotels in airconditioned vehicle (shared or private).
  • Adventure pack per couple with a water bottle and a Sheila/ghutra per guests.
  • Camel rides through the desert amongst the rolling dunes of a Royal desert retreat (60min – two guests per camel).
  • Falcon demonstration (25min) and sunset photo stop amongst the dunes.
  • Enjoy cultural activities such as henna tattoos, Arabic bread making, Arabic coffee making and two cultural live entertainments.
  • Authentic 4-course dinner in an exclusive camp set amongst the rolling dunes of a Royal desert retreat.
  • Aromatic shisha pipes available at the camp.

Extend your desert adventure with an Overnight Experience:

  • Traditional Arabic stone dwellings complete with mattress, pillows and comfortable duvets for the night.
  • Bathroom facilities (no showers).
  • Gourmet Breakfast the next morning with a possibility to add a sunrise Hot Air Balloon flight.
  • Duration: Afternoon until evening duration 7 hours / Overnight 18 hours (Return by 10 AM).

Terms and Conditions:

  • Not suitable for children under 5 years old.
  • Not suitable for pregnant woman.
  • 2 guests per camel.
  • Children over 5 years old and under 12 years old will be accepted at the Child rate.
  • Pick up from Dubai Hotels between 2:30 PM and 4:30 PM (depends on sunset).
  • Return to the Hotel between 9:30 PM and 11:30 PM / Overnight next day between 10:00 AM and 11:30 AM.

5-Private Night Safari &Astronomy

Highlights:

  • Pickup and drop-off from Dubai, Sharjah or Ajman in airconditioned private vehicle.
  • Arrive at the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve to receive your Adventure Pack and put on your Sheila/Ghutra (traditional headscarf).
  • Embark through Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve in an open-top vintage Land Rover spotting nocturnal wildlife.
  • Walk through the dunes by torchlight on a hunt for scorpions and other desert creatures.
  • Arrive at a torch-lit desert retreat.
  • Enjoy a 3-course dinner at an exclusive camp inside the desert retreat of the local Royal family.
  • Astronomy session with professional an Astronomer and telescope and interact with an owl.
  • A portion of your fee is contributed towards desert conservation.
  • Please note that long pants and closed shoes are highly recommended.

Extend your desert adventure with an Overnight Experience:

  • Traditional Arabic stone dwellings complete with mattress, pillows and comfortable duvets for the night.
  • Bathroom facilities (no showers).
  • Gourmet Breakfast the next morning with a possibility to add a sunrise Hot Air Balloon flight.
  • Duration: Half day (evening) duration 6 hours / Overnight 18 hours

Terms and Conditions:

  • Infants below 12 months are not permitted on our nature drive, however we can arrange an alternative on request.
  • Not suitable for any pregnant guest during their last trimester.
  • Pick up from Dubai, Sharjah or Ajman between 5:30 PM and 6:30 PM.
  • Certain vintage Land Rovers can accommodate up to 10 Guests.
  • Return to the Hotel between 10:30 PM and 11:30 PM / Overnight next day between 10:00 AM and 11:30 AM

Platinum Desert Safaris

1-Conservation Drive & Breakfast at Al Maha

Highlights:

  • Pick-up and drop-off from Dubai Hotels in a Range Rover (shared or private max. 4 guests per car).
  • Arrive at the gate and receive a Sheila or Ghutra.
  • Nature drive through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve (75min) to view the most carefully preserved wildlife area in the UAE.
  • Ideal opportunity to photograph the flora and fauna of the desert.
  • Visit an exclusive Royal Lake that is also bird sanctuary.
  • Bathroom facilities.
  • Lavish Breakfast served at the Al Maha Desert Resort.
  • Return transfer from Al Maha may be in a luxury sedan/SUV.
  • A portion of your fee is contributed towards desert conservation.
  • Duration: Half day (morning) duration 5 hours

Terms and Conditions:

  • Not suitable for children under 10 years as Al Maha does not permit children under 10 years into the resort
  • (Alternative can be arranged on private car basis).
  • Not suitable for any pregnant guest during their last trimester.
  • Pick up from Dubai Hotels between 7:00 AM and 7:30 AM.
  • Return to the Hotel between 12:00 PM and 12:30 PM.

2-Royal Falconry Training Experience

Highlights:

  • Pick-up and drop-off from Dubai Hotels in a Range Rover (shared or private max. 4 guests per car).
  • Arrive at the gate and receive a Sheila or Ghutra.
  • A private interaction with falcons from a prominent family’s private collection and experience the most advanced and spectacular training techniques (75min).
  • Bathroom facilities.
  • Lavish Breakfast served at the Al Maha Desert Resort.
  • Return transfer from Al Maha may be in a luxury sedan/SUV.
  • A portion of your fee is contributed towards desert conservation.
  • Duration: Half day (morning) duration 6 hours .

Terms and Conditions:

  • Not suitable for children under 10 years as per Al Maha Resort children policy (alternative can be offered).
  • Not suitable for any pregnant guest during their last trimester.
  • Breakfast is served as a buffet and includes refreshments such as tea/coffee, water and soft drinks.
  • Pick up from Dubai, Sharjah or Ajman between 6:00 AM and 7:30 AM (seasonal timings due to the weather).
  • Return to the Hotel between 12:00 PM and 1:30 PM.

3-Platinum Desert Safari

Highlights:

  • Pick-up and drop-off from Dubai Hotels in a Range Rover (shared or private max. 4 guests per car).
  • Arrive at the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve to put on your Sheila/Ghutra (traditional headscarf) there are photo opportunities with the fleet of vintage Land Rovers.
  • Nature Drive through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve in luxurious Range Rover (60-75min).
  • Falcon demonstration (25min) and sunset photo stop amongst the dunes with refreshments and canapes.
  • Ride a camel over the dunes to arrive at your romantic setup (15min).
  • 6-course dinner in a private set-up set amongst the rolling dunes of a Royal desert retreat.
  • Henna tattoos and aromatic shisha pipes available at the set-up.
  • Witness a magnificent acrobatic aerial performance complemented by a fire dancer exclusively at Platinum Heritage.
  • Bathroom facilities.
  • A portion of your fee is contributed towards desert conservation.
  • Duration: Afternoon until evening duration 7 hours.

Terms and Conditions:

  • A private car booking is required if travelling with children under 5 years old.
  • Infants below 12 months are not permitted on our nature drive, however we can arrange an alternative on request.
  • Not suitable for any pregnant guest during their last trimester.
  • Children over 5 years old and under 12 years old will be accepted at the child rate.
  • Pick up from Dubai Hotels between 2:30 PM and 4:30 PM (depends on sunset).
  • Return to the Hotel between 9:30 PM and 11:30 PM.

4-Royal Platinum Desert Experience

Highlights:

  • Pick-up and drop-off from Dubai, Sharjah or Ajman a private Range Rover (max. 4 guests per car).
  • Arrive at the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve to put on your Sheila/Ghutra (traditional headscarf) there are photo opportunities with the fleet of vintage Land Rovers.
  • Embark on a nature drive through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve in a luxurious Range Rover (60-75min) and visit an exclusive Royal Lake that is also a bird sanctuary.
  • Arrive at our most luxurious and exclusive desert setting in the Royal desert retreat to receive a regal welcoming.
  • Sunset canapés served with sparkling juice and strawberries.
  • Falcon demonstration in the magical setting and get exclusive photos opportunities with Royal falcons.
  • Ride a camel over the dunes to arrive at your romantic setup (15min).
  • 6-course dinner in a private set amongst the rolling dunes of a Royal desert retreat.
  • Relax in the elegant lounge area and enjoy top-quality shisha and cigars (if you wish).
  • Witness a magnificent acrobatic aerial performance complemented by a fire dancer exclusively at Platinum Heritage.
  • Receive an intricate Henna design from a private local Henna painter.
  • Customize your experience with additional entertainment like a harp player or sand artist.
  • Bathroom facilities.
  • A portion of your fee is contributed towards desert conservation.
  • Duration: Afternoon until evening duration 7 hours

Terms and Conditions:

  • Not suitable for any pregnant guest during their last trimester.
  • Pick up from Dubai, Sharjah or Ajman between 2:30 PM and 4:30 PM (depends on sunset).
  • Return to the Hotel between 9:30 PM and 11:30 PM.