Heritage Desert Safari by Vintage Land Rover with Overnight
Supplied by: Platinum Heritage Desert Safari
Spend a night camping inside the grounds of a royal retreat in the Dubai desert. Begin this overnight adventure with a drive through the desert in an authentic 1950s Land Rover, and watch a falcon demonstration before you enjoy dinner under the stars.
Overview
Extend your heritage experience with an overnight desert safari camping experience at our camp. Take a step back in time and experience Dubai as it was 50 years ago. Your professional Conservation Guide will escort you on a stunning journey in a museum quality 1950 s Land Rover.
No other vehicle offers a more authentic desert experience to spot exotic local wildlife within the pristine Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. Watch the sun drop under the horizon as you watch a falcon soar around you. Your Bedouin camp, lit with the gentle flames of traditional lamps is nestled inside a private Royal desert retreat.
As our guest, we will demonstrate cultural activities such as henna, music, dance, bread making and Arabic coffee making before enjoying a scrumptious dinner under the stars. After dinner, relax beside a bonfire and enjoy the star filled night sky.
Your camp site is inside a traditional Arabic stone dwelling complete with bedding. In the morning, awake to the smell of freshly brewed coffee and a gourmet breakfast.
Highlights
- Discover Dubai's most celebrated Desert Safari
- Explore the desert in 1950s Series 1 and 2 Land Rovers, symbolizing Dubai's heritage
- Spot native animals like Arabian oryx in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve
- Visit a Ghaf tree forest in the dunes for stunning photo opportunities
- Learn about the desert environment and Bedouin survival strategies
- Watch a professional Falconer's spectacular show and learn about ancient falconry techniques
- Enjoy the Arabian sun setting over the dunes
- Visit an authentic Bedouin camp with a private desert retreat
- Experience Arabic coffee and bread making, henna painting, camel rides, and traditional performances
- Savour a 4-course dinner and relax in the Arabic Majlis area with optional shisha
- Stay overnight in a traditional Arabic stone dwelling room
What's included
- Includes hotel transfers in a shared air-conditioned vehicle
- An adventure pack including a souvenir bag, refillable stainless-steel water bottle and a Sheila/Ghutra headscarf
- 60-minute nature safari (your choice to explore the desert by either vintage Land Rover or Camel Caravan)
- Sunset falcon show
- Short camel ride around the camp
- Authentic four-course Arabic dinner
- Shisha
- Traditional drumming and Yola performances
- Gourmet Breakfast
- Shared bathroom facilities (no showers)
- Arabic stone rooms and bedding (mattress, sheets, blankets and pillows)
- Optional Photos and Videos
- Gratuity
- Alcoholic Beverages
Know before you go
• Pick-up times: October – February: 14:30h-15:30h. March-May: 15:00h-16:00h. June – September: 15:30h-16:30h. •The Operator will contact you within 24-48 hours to confirm pick-up location and time. If not reached, call 04-4409827. • No pick-up from private residences unless a private car is booked. • Adequate travel insurance recommended for unforeseen circumstances. • Children over 5 years old and under 12 years old will be accepted at the child rate. • A private car booking is required if traveling with children under 5 years old. • Children’s seats are available. • Vegetarian/Child meals/Kosher meals are available upon request on booking. •Due to health concerns, the wildlife drive is not recommended for pregnant guests in their third trimester.
• Pick-up times: October – February: 14:30h-15:30h. March-May: 15:00h-16:00h. June – September: 15:30h-16:30h. •The Operator will contact you within 24-48 hours to confirm pick-up location and time. If not reached, call 04-4409827. • No pick-up from private residences unless a private car is booked. • Adequate travel insurance recommended for unforeseen circumstances. • Children over 5 years old and under 12 years old will be accepted at the child rate. • A private car booking is required if traveling with children under 5 years old. • Children’s seats are available. • Vegetarian/Child meals/Kosher meals are available upon request on booking. •Due to health concerns, the wildlife drive is not recommended for pregnant guests in their third trimester. •Luggage Policy:
Shared Vehicles: One overnight backpack or carry-on per guest (max 50cm height). Leave large luggage at your hotel.
Private Vehicles: For larger luggage, contact +971 4 440 9827. •Power is off from 11:00 PM - 06:00 AM for a restful sleep with no interruptions. •Rooms include a bed and comfortable bedding
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before booked date. No-shows and late cancellations are non-refundable.
Opening times
- Monday 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Tuesday 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Wednesday 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Thursday 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Friday 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Saturday 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Sunday 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Additional Information
Itinerary:
•Pick-up from Dubai hotels between 02:00 PM and 04:30 PM, depending on the season. We will inform you of the exact pick-up time around noon on the day of your desert safari.
•Arrive at the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve and receive your Headscarf and a Stainless Steel Water Bottle. These are included in each booking and are a gift for our guests to take home.
•Embark on a 60-minute nature safari (choose between a Vintage Land Rover or Camel Caravan when booking).
•Marvel at a spectacular sunset falcon show against an Arabian sunset backdrop.
•Arrive at an authentic torch-lit Bedouin Camp and receive a warm Arabic welcoming with coffee and dates.
•Enjoy live breadmaking, coffeemaking, camel rides and shisha.
•Indulge in a four-course traditional dinner.
•Watch and partake in interactive Emirati performances like drumming and Yola.
•Overnight stay in a traditional Arabic stone dwelling room. You will be provided with all the amenities like a comfortable bed, pillows, sheets and a peaceful night's sleep.
•Awake to a gourmet breakfast.
