DeutschCamel Desert Safari
1 October - 30 April
Traditional Headwear
Adventure Water Bottle
45-minute Camel Safari
Sunset Falcon Show
4-Course Dinner
Cultural Entertainment
Explore The Dubai Desert In True Bedouin Style
Optional: Stay Overnight in a traditional stone dwelling room, and even choose to add on a hot air balloon flight before breakfast.
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 45-minute camel safari through the desert
- 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.
- Return to the hotel between 09:30 PM and 11:30 PM, depending on the season. Your total experience will last approximately seven hours.
- Extend your desert experience by staying overnight 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.
- Enhance the experience even more with a spectacular sunrise hot air balloon flight the next morning. The overnight Bedouin camp is located only 15 minutes away from the hot air balloon take-off site. After the flight, you will return to the camp to enjoy a delicious breakfast before returning to the city.
Finer Details
- A portion of your desert safari fee is contributed towards local conservation in Dubai.
- Pick-up from Dubai hotels is included and will be in a shared, air-conditioned vehicle (unless booked otherwise). We can pick you up from the nearest hotel if you live in a private residence unless a private car is booked.
- As the desert can get quite warm during the day all year round, we suggest bringing a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and cool, comfortable clothes. For desert safaris in the winter (November to March), we recommend bringing something warm to wear for the evening.
- Bookings need to be made at least three hours in advance when booking online. For short-term bookings, don't hesitate to get in touch with our reservations team at +971 4 412 6333
- Children between the age of 5-11 years will be charged at a child’s rate.
- A private car booking is required if travelling with children under five years old.
- This safari includes a traditional dinner; however, please inform us of any dietary requirements or allergies when booking. We can accommodate vegetarian, vegan, kosher-style, gluten-free.
- Bathroom facilities are available at the camp.
- The camel safari is not recommended for guests more than six months pregnant.
- We restrict numbers to 75-100 guests in our very spacious camps for our guests' comfort.
Menu
Camel Desert Safari Dinner Menu
Shorbat Adas Soup
Lentil soup, a regional favourite, especially during the winter months.
Sambousek
Discovered during the Crusades, this is a delightful Middle Eastern pastry known for its crispy exterior, encasing a mozzarella and halloumi filling.
Baba Ganoush
A timeless Middle Eastern dish made from roasted eggplant, renowned for its rich and smoky flavours.
Hummus
A creamy and flavorful dip originating from the Middle East, made from pureed chickpeas, combined with tahini.
Rocca Salad
A traditional spring salad from the oasis of U.A.E., featuring Jarjeer, oven baked beetroot, and other fresh additions to any palette.
Fattoush Salad
Salads were rare in the region, however Fattoush from the Levant, combining fresh vegetables and a zesty, herb-infused dressing, has become a regional favourite.
Traditional Lamb Ouzi
A dish that symbolizes hospitality in the region. Our Arabic-spiced lamb is simmered for 6 hours in an underground pit to ensure tenderness, falling off the bone, and served with two different rice options
Plain White Rice
For those who prefer the simple things in life.
Camel Meat
A traditional dish for all special occasions, spiced with mixed vegetables.
Charcoal Grilled Chicken
Tender & mildly seasoned boneless meat straight from the grill.
Vegetable Tagine
Succulent, slowly simmered vegetable stew with a Mediterranean touch.
Grilled Vegetable Kebab
A harmonious blend of natural sweetness and savory goodness. Served with grilled corn.
Luqaimat Dessert
Originating from the Arabic word meaning “a small bite that can be eaten in a single mouthful”, these small delectable Arabic style donuts are drizzled with date syrup.
Assorted Fresh Fruit
Mixed seasonal fresh fruit platters.
Gluten Free
Vegetarian
Vegan
We can cater to gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan diets. Please let us know if you have any food allergies or special dietary requirements at the time of booking.
Exclusive Benefits
When booking on our website or via our Customer Service team
Complimentary video of your safari
When booking 7 days in advance. Use promo code FREEVIDEO at checkout. Applicable only on afternoon experiences.
Flexible cancellation policy
Full refund for bookings up to 18 hours before the pick-up time.
Best price guarantee
Book directly on our website or via our Customer Service team, no hidden fees or third-party costs.
Personalised support
Access our dedicated Experience Consultants for personalized assistance and expert guidance.
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