Heritage Falconry and Nature Safari by Vintage Land Rover
Supplied by: Platinum Heritage Desert Safari
An immersive morning combining spectacular demonstrations of falcons, hawks, and owls, followed by a traditional Emirati breakfast in a Bedouin camp and a nature drive in a vintage Land Rover. This is a cultural journey into the past like no other!
Overview
As an integral part of desert life in Arabia, falconry dates back more than 2,000 years and is extremely important to the heritage of Dubai. This is a unique experience to witness an interactive falconry demonstration and learn about the ancient techniques and traditions of what makes falconry so significant in the Emirati culture. You will have the opportunity to actively partake in a birds of prey performance and let them fly to your glove while also learning other aerial tricks.
Afterwards, discover the local flavours and enjoy a traditional Emirati breakfast in an authentic Bedouin camp set in the heart of the Dubai desert. Enjoy a short camel ride around the camp and then embark on an adventurous nature drive in a vintage Land Rover through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. Spot native animals like the Arabian oryx and gazelles and learn about local flora like the fire bush and miswak, and how these were used traditionally for the survival of the desert nomads, Bedouin.
Highlights
- Arrive at the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve to receive your Adventure Pack and put on your Sheila/Ghutra (traditional headscarf)
- 75-minute spectacular falcon show with demonstrations of traditional training techniques and an interactive demonstration with birds of prey like hawks, desert eagle owls and barn owls
- Embark on a nature drive through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve in an open-top vintage Land Rover
- Traditional breakfast in an authentic Bedouin camp
- Opportunity to have a short Camel ride
What's included
- Pick-up and drop-off from Dubai hotels on a sharing basis
- An Adventure Pack (Headscarf, Stainless Steel Water Bottle and Bag).
- 75-min interactive falconry demonstration and explanation
- Close interaction with birds of prey like hawks, falcons and barn owls
- Traditional Emirati breakfast
- Short camel ride around the camp
- 60- min nature safari in a vintage Land Rover
- Gratuities
- Photos and Videos
Know before you go
•The operator will contact you 24-48 hours before the tour to confirm pick-up location and time. If not reached, contact our office at +971 4 440 9827.
• Pick-up from Dubai hotels in a shared vehicle (unless booked ohterwise)
• Pick up from nearest hotel if living in a private residence (unless private car is booked)
• As our safari drives do not include dune bashing, pregnant ladies can join our safari till the second trimester. An alternative can be arrange for pregnant ladies after the second trimester.
• Children (5-11 years) will be charged child rate. Private car is required for children under five.
• Inform of dietary requirements or allergies when booking: vegetarian, vegan, kosher, gluten-free available.
• Some vehicles can accommodate up to 10 guests.
• Experience requires a minimum number of guests. If cancelled due to low numbers, alternate tour or full refund will be offered.
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: 05:30 AM - 06:30 AM (exact time informed the afternoon before)
•Arrival at Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve
•Receive a Headscarf and Stainless Steel Water Bottle (gifts for guests)
•Enjoy a 75-minute falcon show with hawks and owls
•Optional short camel ride around the camp
•Traditional breakfast at an authentic Bedouin Camp
•Nature safari in a vintage Land Rover through the Dubai Desert Conservation Drive
•Return to hotel: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
