Dubai: Heritage Morning Safari
At a glance
Dubai: Heritage Morning Safari is a 5h guided experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, operated by Platinum Heritage Dubai. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 41 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $166.09 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Camel Ride, Static Falconry, Round-trip transport from Dubai.
Highlights
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 7 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 5h
- Group
- Small group, up to 40 travellers
- Languages
- Arabic, English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Experience authentic Emirati heritage in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, travelling by camel and vintage Land Rover. Discover traditional Bedouin life, meet falcons, enjoy a traditional Emirati breakfast, and learn about local culture, traditions, and desert survival.
What's included
What's included
- Camel Ride
- Static Falconry
- Round-trip transport from Dubai
- Donation to Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve
- Nature Safari inside the desert reserve
- Breakfast
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 1h
Get picked up from Dubai hotels between 05:00 AM and 06:00 AM, depending on the season. We will inform you of the exact pick-up time the afternoon before your Safari.
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Stop 2 · 15m
Arrive at the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve and receive your Headscarf and a Stainless Steel Water Bottle. These are included in each booking and are a gift for our guests to take home.
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Stop 3 · 15m
Traverse the desert, like a true nomad, by camel to an authentic Bedouin village. The camel ride is 15 minutes long, and each camel can accommodate two guests.
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Stop 4 · 30m
Explore a traditional village featuring Bedouin tents, cooking stations, and farm animals. Interact with a Saluki dog and enjoy a 25-minute falconry performance.
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Stop 5 · 1h
Savor a traditional Emirati breakfast and learn how it’s prepared. Listen to Bedouin storytellers share their rich heritage. Participate in a traditional dance performance with young locals.
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Stop 6 · 1h
Embark on a nature Safari in a vintage Land Rover
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Stop 7 · 1h
Return to the hotel between 11:30 AM and 12:30 PM, depending on traffic.
Meeting point
We offer pickup from any hotel in Dubai. For pickups from a residence or apartment, a private vehicle booking is required.
Pick-up times vary throughout the year based on sunrise times. As a general guideline, expect pickup between 5:00 am and 6:00 am.
We will confirm your exact pick-up time via email or phone call around 5:00 pm the day before your excursion. If you do not hear from us, please contact us through your booking or account.
Good to know
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of four guests is required to operate this experience
- Infant seats are available under private vehicle basis
- Language requests are subject to availability
- Each vehicle can accommodate up to 9 guests
- Children under 5 years old are not permitted in shared vehicles and require a private car booking.
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers in their third trimester.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Dubai: Heritage Morning Safari take?
The experience lasts about 5h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $166.09 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Camel Ride; Static Falconry; Round-trip transport from Dubai; Donation to Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve; Nature Safari inside the desert reserve; Breakfast.
Where does it start?
We offer pickup from any hotel in Dubai. For pickups from a residence or apartment, a private vehicle booking is required. Pick-up times vary throughout the year based on sunrise times. As a general guideline, expect pickup between 5:00 am and 6:00 am. We will confirm your exact…
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in Arabic, English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 41 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Dubai.
