Heritage Safari by Vintage Land Rover with Overnight and Hot Air Balloon - Experience for 2 guests
Supplied by: Platinum Heritage Desert Safari
Experience the most-awarded desert safari in Dubai. Explore the desert in a private vintage Land Rover.
An exciting afternoon safari that flows into a blissful evening filled with educational and cultural activities followed by an overnight stay in the desert and a Balloon flight into the morning sunrise.
Additional Information
IMPORTANT UPDATES:
• In accordance with General Civil Aviation Authority regulations, each guest must provide their full name, nationality, passport number, date of birth, and a valid contact number.
• The supplier will reach out to guests 48 hours before the flight to collect this information and ensure a smooth experience.
• If you have not been contacted at least 24 hours prior to your flight, please get in touch with the supplier by calling +971 4 412 6333, sending a WhatsApp message to +971 54 425 4995 (messages only, no calls), or emailing [email protected].
• Minimum age requirement: Children below 7 are no longer permitted to join the experience.
• Guests over 60 years old: All guests aged 60 and above are required to sign a waiver along with the boarding pass prior to the flight.
• Pregnant guests: To ensure safety and comfort, passengers at any stage of pregnancy are not permitted on this experience.
•Pick-Up Times vary by season, between 03:30 AM and 05:30 AM. Our Experience Consultants will confirm your exact pick-up time the day before your flight.
•Please be punctual at the meeting point. The driver cannot wait for late arrivals.
•We prioritize safety and will only fly if weather conditions are ideal. If the flight is cancelled due to weather, we will:
- Offer a rebooking for another day.
- Provide a full refund if rebooking isn’t possible.
- Notify you of any cancellations the day before if possible. If weather conditions worsen at the take-off site, we will first enjoy breakfast and then reassess the possibility of flying.
• Itineraries may vary and/or attractions be substituted for any cause including seasonal conditions, weather extremes, natural disasters, and Conservation Reserve requirements.
•We cater for vegetarian and gluten intolerance – please advise at time of booking.
•Due to the nature of this activity and the strict drone regulations in the UAE, drones are not permitted.
•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.
•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.
•For private vehicles with bigger pieces of luggage, please contact us at +971 4 440 9827 for more information.
•Enjoy a restful sleep with no sounds or lights to interrupt as the camp's power gets switched off from 11:00 PM - 06:00 AM.
•Your room is equipped with a bed and comfortable bedding.
•Ensure to wear clothes appropriate for the weather as there are no air-conditioning or heaters in the overnight rooms.
•There are shared bathroom facilities, however no showers on-site.
Highlights
- Arrive at the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve to receive your Adventure Pack and put on your Sheila or Ghutra (traditional headscarf)
- Private nature drive through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve in a legendary 1950’s Land Rover followed by Falcon demonstration and sunset photo stop among the dunes.
- Scrumptious authentic dinner in an exclusive camp set among the rolling dunes of a Royal desert retreat including Camel rides, henna tattoos, bread making, Arabic coffee making and aromatic shisha pipes available at the camp with cultural entertainment performance (not available during Ramadan).
- Stay 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..
- Hot Air Balloon ride in the morning with gourmet breakfast.
What's included
- Private pick-up from Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman between 02:30 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 Adventure Pack (Headscarf, Stainless Steel Water Bottle and Bag). Embark on a 60-minute nature safari.
- 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 bread making, coffee making, camel rides and shisha.
- Indulge in a four-course traditional dinner.
- Watch and partake in interactive Emirati performances like drumming and Yola.
- Stay 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.
- Spectacular sunrise hot air balloon flight on a sharing basis 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.
- Return to the hotel between 010:30 AM and 11:30 PM, depending on the season.
- Optional photo and videos
- Gratuities
Overview
Embark on the most awarded desert safari in Dubai. Be a part of history and experience the desert like never before. Your professional Conservation guide will take you on a 60-minute 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. 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. Take in a magnificent Arabian sunset while watching a spectacular falconry performance. Ease into the evening with a delicious Emirati dinner and aromatic shisha. Be entertained with traditional performances like Yola and Drumming.
After an unforgettable evening spent around the bonfire in a traditional majlis, retreat to your private room, these Arabic stone dwelling rooms are inspired by how the Bedouin designed and built their accommodation. Enjoy a restful sleep with no sounds or lights from the city to interrupt. Your room is fully equipped with a bed and comfortable bedding.
Rise before the sun to enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime hot air ballooning experience. Floating at sunrise over the pristine dunes of the Dubai desert is something you will never forget. A gourmet breakfast awaits you after landing and will compete your unforgettable time in a magical setting in the desert, you’ll return to Dubai with your appetite for adventure fully satisfied!
Know before you go
IMPORTANT UPDATES: • In accordance with General Civil Aviation Authority regulations, each guest must provide their full name, nationality, passport number, date of birth, and a valid contact number. • The supplier will reach out to guests 48 hours before the flight to collect this information and ensure a smooth experience. • If you have not been contacted at least 24 hours prior to your flight, please get in touch with the supplier by calling +971 4 412 6333, sending a WhatsApp message to +971 54 425 4995 (messages only, no calls), or emailing [email protected]• Pick-up times will vary throughout the year. For you to plan your day, please be prepared for a pick-up between the following times: October – February: 14:30h-15:30h, March-May: 15:00h-16:00h, June – September: 15:30h-16:30h • We strongly recommend that you take out adequate travel insurance that will cover you in case of unforeseen circumstances that prevent you from joining your scheduled tour. We will be more than happy to provide evidence to your insurance company if you are unable to join us.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before booked date. No-shows and late cancellations are non-refundable.