Explore Al Marmoom Desert Reserve in a Vintage G 230 Mercedes while on an Evening Heritage Safari. Traverse the historic Bedouin Village while participating in activities and enjoy a 6-course meal followed by a stargazing session with Telescope.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Arabian makeover (Kandura for men, Abaya for women to be returned after use)
✔ Traditional welcome at the authentic Bedouin Village - Enjoy the Bedouin Entertainment
✔ Authentic 6-course Bedouin dinner
✔ Camel caravan ride (10-12 minutes) can be repeated
✔ Spend time listening to stories narrated by Bedouins and Falcon show
✔ Pick-up and drop-off in an air-conditioned modern vehicle at your hotel in Dubai
✔ Ride in an open-air Vintage G Class Mercedes 1980s
✖ Expenses that are not mentioned
✖ Tipping (not mandatory, but appreciated)
Pickup Locations
1. Le Wana Hotel
2. Al Bustan Hotel
3. Savoy Suites
4. Jumeirah Burj Al Arab
5. Hues Boutique Hotel
6. Premier Inn Dubai International Airport
7. Gulf Star Hotel
8. Hotel Beit Bahar
9. OYO 442 Home Villa 20 -4BR
10. Grand Excelsior Hotel Deira
11. Sun and Sands Sea View Hotel
12. Swiss-Belhotel Sharjah
13. Al Bahar Villas
14. Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Dubai Deira
15. Monaco Hotel
16. Jumeirah Beach Hotel
17. Vista Hotel Apartments Deluxe
18. Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport, an IHG hotel
19. Maredias Hotel
20. Al Jazeera Hotel Apartments
Additional Info: Complimentary pick-up is available from Dubai, Sharjah & Ajman hotels, apartments, and Cruise terminals in Dubai ( Port Rashid ) & Dubai Harbour. Dubai Airport is available from the Holiday Inn Airport hotel. Pickup from Bab Al Shams, Al Maha resort, and Jebel Ali is available for an additional fee.
Itinerary
1
Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve
Have you ever explored the Largest Desert of Dubai, covering 10% of the land? Arriving at Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve after a 45-50 minute ride from the hotel in a modern air-conditioned vehicle, we shall hop on to the Vintage G Class Mercedes 1980s for a ride over the desert.
Duration: 45 minutes
2
During our 30-40 minute drive, admiring the beauty of the desert dunes, halt midst the desert for a photo stop, observing the UAE's National Tree, Al Ghaf, and plants like Al Ashkhar. We shall be lucky to see wild animals when touring the desert in our open car while hanging on to the rods.
Upon arrival at the Bedouin Village, you will receive a warm Emirati welcome with coffee gahwa and sweets. You will have the opportunity to explore the grandeur of the desert up close and in a traditional way by hopping on a camel caravan. After the caravan ride, you can head back to the village and indulge in a live Arabic coffee-making and tasting session.
Duration: 1.5 hours
3
Upon arriving at the Bedouin Village, which is built with natural materials such as goat hair and is located in the heart of the desert oasis in Al Marmoom Conservation Reserve, It's time to enjoy a sunset amidst the scenic beauty of the wavy dunes and watch the Falcon show.
Later participate in activities such as Henna tattoos and Arabian makeovers,pose with the majestic falcon to take stunning photos; and watch the ladies prepare luqaimat, the man roast coffee, and more while sipping soft beverages and listening to their true-life stories, Enjoy the the most authentic 6-course Emirati dinner with Bedouin entertainment programs
As the evening comes to a close, participate in an astronomy session, learning more about how the bedouins used stars for navigation and story-telling. As the camp lights are turned off at the end, experience the true essence of the desert followed by stargazing with a Telescope.
Duration: 1.5 hours
4
Dubai
As the evening heritage safari at Al Marmoom Desert Reserve by Vintage G Class concludes, we will drive you back to your hotel or accommodation in Dubai.
Duration: 45 minutes
Additional info
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• The duration of the tour includes both pick-up and drop-off timings as well.
• Tour duration is fixed for all tours/activities, but it may vary depending on the city traffic.
• Children below 5 years will be accepted at the child rate. But as they are not permitted for a camel ride, they will need to stay with an adult at the village or follow the camel caravan.
• At the village, there are Bedouin tents, a restored well, cooking stations, farm animals, and more.
• This tour is not wheelchair accessible, but if anyone in your group has any physical disabilities, please get in touch and we can customize a private trip.
• Long clothes and jackets are recommended during winter
• Pick-up timing is subject to change due to the emerging summer heat: 1 hour earlier in the morning and 1 hour later in the afternoon. A notification shall be sent in advance in the case of any change.
