Camel Desert Safari
Supplied by: Platinum Heritage Desert Safari
Travel back to the days of the desert nomads and experience the landscape as it was 50 years ago. Embark on a camel safari through the dunes and enjoy falconry, culinary demonstrations, and much more.
Highlights
- Pick-up from Dubai hotels between 2:30 - 4:30pm
- Arrive at the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve to receive your Adventure Pack and put on your shayla or ghutra (traditional headscarf)
- Ride through the desert dunes on a 45-minute camel desert safari
- Enjoy a sunset falcon show in the sand dunes
- Arrive at an authentic torch-lit Bedouin camp
- Be entertained by traditional henna art, live bread-making, Arabic coffee-making and camel rides
- Dinner includes soup, salad, appetiser, main course and dessert
- Enjoy cultural Emirati entertainment performances such as drumming and yola dancing
- Return to the hotel between 9:30-11:30pm depending on the season
What's included
- Hotel pick-up from urban Dubai area in a shared air-conditioned vehicle.
- Every booking receives an Adventure Pack including a souvenir bag, refillable stainless-steel water bottle for each guest to keep, and a shayla or ghutra headscarf to wear and take home
- Dinner includes soup, salad, appetiser, main course and dessert. We also provide vegetarian and vegan meal options. Please inform us when booking so we can make sure you are accommodated.
- Bathroom facilities are available in the desert and at the camp
- A portion of your fee is contributed towards local conservation efforts in Dubai
- The following languages are on request and subject to availability – French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Spanish and Russian.
- Photos and Videos
- Gratuities
Overview
A camel desert safari is the most authentic way to explore the Dubai desert. Camels are known as ships of the desert because of the ease at which they elegantly move across the desert sands. Your 45-minute journey through the desert traces the footsteps of Bedouin travellers and leads you to a traditional Bedouin camp lit by gentle flames, nestled in a private royal desert retreat.
Learn about another animal that was important to the region, the falcon. Watch a sunset falcon show in the dunes and find out why these majestic birds are so important to the Emirati culture.
Discover Dubai as it was over 50 years ago and enjoy an evening experiencing many cultural activities such as henna art and bread-making. Learn how to prepare a local recipe handed down from generation to generation, before enjoying a scrumptious traditional four-course dinner under the Arabian desert star-lit sky. Be entertained by traditional Emirati dances and join in on a drumming session.
Enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime experience and spend a night revelling in the magic of the rich heritage that Dubai has to offer.
The TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards recognises this Camel Desert Safari as part of the Top 10 Travel Experiences across the Middle East.
Know before you go
Pick-up times will vary throughout the year. In order for you to plan your day, please be prepared for a pick-up between the following times:
October – February: 2:30 - 3:30pm
March – May: 3 - 4pm
June – September: 3:30 - 4:30pm
A confirmation with a precise pick-up time will be sent to your email or phone, the latest by 1pm on the day of the excursion. If we are not able to reach you, we kindly ask you to contact us on +971 4 440 9827.
We strongly recommend that you take out adequate travel insurance to cover you in case of unforeseen circumstances that prevent you from joining the scheduled tour. We will be more than happy to provide evidence to your insurance company if you were unable to join us.
We don't pick up guests from private residences in Dubai unless you have booked a private car. If you are staying at a private residence, we can pick you up from the nearest hotel.
Children over 5 years old and under 12 years old will be accepted at the child rate. Children under 5 years are not suitable for this tour due to the long camel ride. Please see our extensive list of desert safaris for other options. Only two guests per camel.
So that you never feel overcrowded, we restrict numbers to 75-100 guests in our spacious camps.
Some vehicles can accommodate a maximum of 10 guests. For private car bookings, please contact customer support.
Due to health concerns, the activity is not recommended for pregnant guests, the elderly, or those with back and neck problems.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time. 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
Pick-up times will vary throughout the year. In order for you to plan your day, please be prepared for a pick-up between the following times:
October – February: 2:30 - 3:30pm
March – May: 3 - 4pm
June – September: 3:30 - 4:30pm
A confirmation with a precise pick-up time will be sent to your email or phone, the latest by 1pm on the day of the excursion. If we are not able to reach you, please contact us on +971 4 440 9827.
We strongly recommend that you take out adequate travel insurance to cover you in case of unforeseen circumstances that prevent you from joining the scheduled tour. We will be more than happy to provide evidence to your insurance company if you were unable to join us.
We don't pick up guests from private residences in Dubai unless you have booked a private car. If you are staying at a private residence, we can pick you up from the nearest hotel.
Children over 5 years old and under 12 years old will be accepted at the child rate. Children under 5 years are not suitable for this tour due to the long camel ride. Please see our extensive list of desert safaris for other options. Only two guests per camel.
So that you never feel overcrowded, we restrict numbers to 75-100 guests in our spacious camps.
Some vehicles can accommodate a maximum of 10 guests. For private car bookings, please contact customer support.
Due to health concerns, the activity is not recommended for pregnant guests, the elderly, or those with back and neck problems.