Heritage Safari Dubai

Your professional Conservation Guide will take you on a nature safari through the Dubai Desert Conservation Drive while telling you all about the desert fauna and flora and how the Bedouin used to survive. Take in a magnificent Arabian sunset while watching a spectacular falconry performance, this is the ideal opportunity for sunset selfies for your family album. Ease into the evening with a delicious Emirati dinner with shared starters and hearty mains. Indulge in aromatic shisha and be entertained with traditional performances like Yola and Drumming. The whole family can join in on the festivities as you get invited to partake in the drumming.

Choose how you want to explore the desert for your 60-minute safari:

• The Vintage Land Rover ensures a throwback to when the first vehicles were introduced to the UAE in the 1950s, feel the wind in your hair and take irreplaceable pictures in these classic cars

OR

• Feel like a true Bedouin from the past when choosing to traverse the desert on a camel safari. The so-called “ships of the desert” have been an integral part of the UAE’s heritage.

Arrive at the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve and receive your Adventure Pack (Headscarf, Stainless Steel Water Bottle and Bag). 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 (25 minutes) . Arrive at an authentic torch-lit Bedouin Camp and receive a warm Arabic welcoming with coffee and dates. Enjoy cultural activities such as henna tattoos, Arabic bread making, Arabic coffee making and two cultural live entertainments. Authentic 4-course dinner in an exclusive camp set amongst the rolling dunes of a Royal desert retreat.

Sample Menu: (Subject to Change)

SOUP:

• SOUP SHORBAT ADAS - Lentil soup, a regional favourite, especially during the winter months (lentils, black pepper, cumin, lime, coriander, potato, carrots, leek, celery)

STARTERS:

• KIBBEH - With variations from around the Arabian world, kibbeh has been a popular choice for generations (wheat grains, minced beef, onion, spices, pine seeds)
• SAMBOUSEK - Discovered during the Crusades, this ancient dish is crispy and flavourful (flour, egg, cheese)

MAIN COURSES

• TRADITIONAL OUZI - A dish that symbolises hospitality in the region. Our Arabic spiced Lamb is simmered for many hours in an underground pit to ensure the meat is tender and falling off the bone
• RICE - Emirati Style - Rice Basmati rice, chickpeas, lentils, leek, corn oil, saffron, raisins, nuts and Arabic spices
• HAREES - A popular dish served on all occasions and at large gatherings (chicken, wheat grains, salt, ghee, spices)

DESSERT

• LUQAIMAT - Originating from the Arabic word meaning “a small bite that can be eaten in a single mouthful”, these small delectable Arabic style donuts are served drizzled with date syrup
• ASSORTED FRESH FRUIT Mixed seasonal fresh fruit platters

BEVERAGES

• Arabic coffee, mineral water, a selection of two fresh juices, vimto, camel milk, karak chai and a selection of tea and coffee