Overnight Heritage Desert Safari with Vintage Land Rover
About this activity
Highlights
- Vintage Land Rover ride
- Traditional Emirati dinner
- Overnight desert camp stay
- Stargazing in the desert
- Camel ride at sunrise
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Vintage Land Rover transportation
- Traditional Emirati dinner
- Overnight stay in a desert camp
- Alcoholic beverages
Itinerary
Pick-up from Dubai hotels between 2:00pm and 4:30pm (depending on season/sunset).
Arrive at the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve to receive your Stainless Steel Water Bottle and put on your Sheila/Ghutra (traditional headscarf).
Embark on a wildlife drive through Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve in an open-top vintage Land Rover. Enjoy a sunset falcon show in the sand dunes.
Witness a spectacular falcon show led by a professional Falconer and watch these magnificent birds in full flight. Learn about ancient training techniques and how the Bedouin used falcons for hunting
Arrive at an authentic torch-lit Bedouin camp. Be entertained by traditional henna tattoos, live bread-making, Arabic coffee-making, camel rides and aromatic shisha pipes.Dinner includes soup, salad, appetiser, main course and dessert.Enjoy cultural Emirati entertainment performances such as drumming and Yola. Retire to your overnight room, a traditional Arabic stone dwelling complete with bedding.
Wake to the stillness of the fresh desert in the morning to a gourmet breakfast of hand-cut salmon, Eggs Benedict, fruit platters and more.
Return to the Hotel between 8:30am and 9:30am (depends on the traffic).
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour is suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
- Overnight accommodations are in shared desert camps; private options may be available upon request.
- Alcoholic beverages are not included but may be available for purchase at the camp.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toe shoes.
- Bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen to protect against sun exposure.
- Carry a camera to capture the stunning desert landscapes and moments.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- The Dubai desert can get cooler in the evenings during winter, so we recommend you bring a light jacket and closed shoes
- Please note: Guides in the following languages (German, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Italian, ) are upon request and availability.
- Children under 5 years are not permitted on shared car and need a private car booking
- Not recommended for pregnant women in their third trimester
- At the camp there is running water and clean bathroom but no shower
- One backpack or luggage not more than 50 cm in height is allowed per guest
- The rate for a private vehicle depends on the total number of participants including children 11 and below.
Traveler reviews
This is a superb...
This is a superb experience including rides in a 1950s Land Rover, the opportunity to encounter wildlife (gazelles & oryxs), camels, falcons, wonderful & plentiful food, and all led by friendly guides. Sleeping accomodations are comfortable, though not air conditioned (be aware when packing/dressing for the trip), with charging and also there is cell service on the preserve.
Nice desert experience away from Dubai
Safari Heritage collection Jeep: Very good follow-up by the team - the activity organisers' office from the moment of booking to the moment of pick-up. Excellent communication. Due to traffic in Dubai, we were the last to arrive at the site. The sequence of activities is too fast, with photo breaks lasting only a very short time. We didn't get to enjoy what the desert has to offer enough. The jeep safari lasted barely 45 minutes. The falcon activity: Good explanations and demonstration. Smaller groups would be preferable. The camel ride is ridiculous. It takes place in the evening (which is a shame for photos; it would be better in the afternoon or at sunset) and only lasts 3-5 minutes. It's not a ride but a ‘merry-go-round’. The meal is the highlight of the excursion. Very good quality Bedouin meal, self-service. Quality and quantity are both there. The show is not very interesting. The stargazing session is interesting. The driver-guide is professional from start to finish. Good value for money, considering that hotel pick-up is included in the package.
Great experience, very professional
Fantastic experience throughout. We were thoroughly impressed by the professionalism of everyone involved. Especially our guide, Saddique, was extremely forthcoming and attentive; for instance he was able to get us a short notice booking for the hot air balloon ride, even though there was originally only one space left. He and the company made it happen. I loved the mix of activities, all of which were just the right amount of time - not too short, but also not too long. The vintage Land Rovers are fun to be driven around in. The falcon show exceeded my expectations. The food was fantastic, and I cannot recommend the Hot Air Balloon enough - an amazing experience.
A Standout Overnight Desert Safari Experience
An unforgettable overnight desert safari with a camel ride to the camp and glamping for our family of four. Our guide, Ravi, was outstanding; warm, attentive, knowledgeable, and an excellent photographer who captured great family shots. Dinner was genuinely delicious, though the portions were way too much. Henna art was perfect for the ladies, and Bedouin coffee and Shisha great for everyone . The night walk was a highlight: we went scorpion-hunting with a blue light and found a few, then watched the stars peek in and out. Sleeping was comfortable; cool but not cold, with good beds. The morning was cooler and the sunrise was really beautiful. Great breakfast (again, too much!) with un-rushed time for conversation with other guests. Overall, a fantastic experience for adults and kids alike.
Great day and evening
Had a great day and evening in the desert with Platinum Heritage and our wonderful guide Ravi. I loved the safari in the desert, falconry, camels, henna, star gazing, dance/drum show and amazing dinner. Our hosts were warm and welcoming. Thank you for a great experience. Highly recommend.
