United Arab Emirates · Desert Adventure

DUBAI PLATINUM HERITAGE DESERT SAFARI WITH BBQ DINNER

7 Hours Pickup service provided in Dubai. to Drop-off service provided in Dubai. Easy pace

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Trip highlights

01 Guided nature drive through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve
02 Look out for Arabian oryx, gazelles, and birdlife at a remote desert lake
03 Exclusive falconry demonstration at sunset
04 Sunset canapés with non-alcoholic sparkling juice
05 10-minute camel ride through the dunes
06 Four-course dinner in a lantern-lit desert oasis cabana
07 Evening acrobatics and fire performance
08 Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Dubai

Discover Dubai’s desert heritage on an evening safari that combines wildlife, culture, and dining in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. Travel into the dunes, enjoy a guided nature drive, and watch for native species such as Arabian oryx and gazelles before pausing for a memorable sunset experience.

The experience continues with an exclusive falconry demonstration, sunset canapés and sparkling juice, and a short camel ride to a secluded desert oasis. Round off the evening in a lantern-lit cabana with a four-course dinner, followed by acrobatics and a fire performance before returning to Dubai.

Discover Dubai’s desert heritage on an evening safari that combines wildlife, culture, and dining in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Dubai

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Heritage Desert Safari in Vintage Land Rover

Afternoon Pick-Up (Approx. 02:00 PM – 03:30 PM)

· Pick-Up from hotel
• Pick-up window depends on season (winter vs. summer); exact time is confirmed by noon on the day of your safari.

· On-Board Welcome Kit
• Upon boarding, you’ll receive a traditional headscarf (ghutra) and a stainless-steel water bottle—yours to keep.Arrival at Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve

· Photography Stop with Vintage Land Rovers
• Before the nature drive begins, there’s a brief photo opportunity with museum-quality vintage Land Rovers against the dunes.

· 60-Minute Nature Drive
• Guided by a professional Conservation Guide in a brand-new Land Rover Defender.
• You’ll traverse rolling dunes, look for native wildlife (Arabian oryx, gazelles), and stop at a remote desert lake (a bird sanctuary).
Sunset & Falconry (Approx. Around Sunset)

· Exclusive Falconry Demonstration
• Held at a private falconry venue reserved only for Platinum Desert Safari guests.
• Watch an experienced falconer showcase traditional arabic falcon techniques as the sun dips behind the dunes.

· Sunset Canapés & Sparkling Juice
• While the falcons fly, enjoy a selection of gourmet canapés paired with non-alcoholic sparkling juice.
Camel Ride into the Dunes

· 10-Minute Camel Ride
• Board a camel and meander through golden sands, arriving at your secluded desert oasis / cabana just after sunset.

Four-Course Fine-Dining Under the Stars

· Private Cabanas in a Lantern-Lit Oasis
• Each cabana is nestled among dunes, with lanterns guiding the way.

· Four-Course Menu by a Michelin-Starred Chef
• A rotating menu of gourmet Arabian-fusion dishes (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, kosher-style, etc., on request).
• Typically served over 60–75 minutes in a relaxed, candle-lit setting.

Evening Entertainment

· Acrobatics & Fire Performance
• After dinner, be captivated by high-energy acrobatic stunts and fire artists performing around your cabana.

Return to Dubai (Approx. 09:30 PM – 11:30 PM)

· Drop-Off at Your Hotel
• Depending on the season, you’ll arrive back in the city between roughly 09:30 PM and 11:30 PM.
• Total experience is ~7 hours from pick-up to drop-off.

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