Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve (DDCR) Attractions & Things to do

Our balloon flight begins to take off at around the sunrise. The flight goes up approximately till 3000 to 4000 feet to show you the sunrise and extraordinary views of UAE. Then it will float through the valleys, and descend through the desert, over the dunes, gazelles, camels, wildlife and beautiful landscapes. After landing our vehicles will take you to our camp for a gourmet breakfast where you will be able to take some photos with the falcons and the camel ride.
Duration: 5 hours.

The Heritage Safari invites you to experience the rich traditions of Bedouin life, from falconry and Arabic coffee making to traditional performances and henna. Journey through the desert in iconic 1950s vintage Land Rovers, and learn about native wildlife and plant life with your expert Conservation Guide. This safari breaks away from standard expectations of a desert safari, offering a sustainable and culturally accurate representation of the U.A.E.
Duration: 7 hours.

Enjoy and explore the iconic Dubai desert as you float gently in our hot air balloon. All our balloon rides start just before sunrise and therefore, you need to wake up before dawn and take an early morning drive to catch the glimpse of the natural beauty all around you. Our hot air balloon adventure starts with a quick pre-flight briefing and then, you are aboard the basket to glide all across the vast expanse of the desert of Dubai.

The Deluxe Package is inclusive of return transfers to & from within Dubai, In Flight Falcon Show, Gourmet Breakfast in a Traditional Bedouin Camp plus a Camel Ride.

Duration: 4 to 5 hours.

As an integral part of desert life in Arabia, falconry goes back more than 2,000 years ago and is still extremely important to the heritage of Dubai. This is a unique opportunity to observe the world’s best-trained falcons and other birds of prey in an authentic setting in a Royal desert retreat. During this interactive falconry and birds of prey experience, our professional falconers will guide you through both ancient and modern training techniques.

After this spectacular interactive experience, enjoy a delicious breakfast in our authentic desert camps before embarking on an adventurous wildlife drive in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, the UAE’s first and largest national park. You will get to spot and learn about some of the iconic desert dwellers such as the Arabian Oryx from a vintage Land Rover.
Duration: 5 hours.

Embark on Dubai's most luxurious desert safari experience. From riding in a luxurious Land Rover Defender and experiencing a world-class falconry demonstration, to unwinding in a private cabana set at a lanter-lit desert oasis, and indulging in a fine dining menu curated by a Michelin Star Chef - this is an experience crafted for the discerning traveller that appreciates the finer things in life.
Duration: 7 hours.

There are many things to do in Dubai, however, Hot Air Balloons Dubai is one of the best tours to explore and enjoy. Fly high through Hot Air Balloon and explore the beautiful desert of Dubai. The Hot Air Balloon takes off early in the morning to meet the sun as it rises over the desert. It fills your day with joy and the sky with colorful light. The reason for a balloon ride in the morning is due to perfect weather conditions and the nature of the activity. The cool and serene ambiance enhances the breath-taking views and incredible desert landscapes. The total duration of the Hot Air Balloon is one hour. Take this unforgettable tour in Dubai and make a lifetime memory.

The Hot Air Balloon Dubai flight lasts from 30 minutes to one hour depends on the weather's condition. It will take you 2000 to 4000 feet above the desert. Enjoy a spectacular view of the high red dune of the desert safari Dubai.
Duration: 4 to 5 hours.

The only hot air balloon operator with an in-flight falcon show in the world. It will be a globally rare, exclusive and unique experience that allows customers to witness a falcon take off, orbit and land on the balloon basket from heights of up to 4,000 ft.
Duration: 4 hours.

Experience the most craved adventure in the UAE. Dubai Desert Safari is an excellent opportunity to spend a wonderful time with your loved ones in the serene vastness of the Arabian desert. Be amazed by the untouched beauty of nature and amusing activities altogether. One of its own kind, Dubai Desert Safari is crowned as most favorite tourist activities in the United Arab Emirates. Thousands of tourists come from all around the world to enjoy this thrilling expedition. No doubt there are numerous Desert Safari operators in UAE and it is difficult to choose one, especially when booking online they just give a vague overview to trick people. But we make sure that what is promised it is delivered so you have the best time in the magnificent Arabian desert with safety as the priority.
After involving in exhilarating activities, experiencing long gone Arab lifestyle at camp, feasting on mouth-watering dinner and watching scintillating performances our team will drop you back.
Duration: 6 hours.

Hero Balloons Flights is the World’s Leading Hot Air Balloon Company, operating since 2005. Unlike commercialised check-box tours, our experiences are crafted with heart and intention, and filled with meaningful moments. Formerly known as Balloon Adventures Dubai, the company has rebranded to align with its parent company, Hero Experiences Group, and its international expansion.

Discover the city’s culture and heritage on a storytelling hot air balloon journey through the skies, as you soar alongside an in-flight falcon. Unwind at a luxurious and tranquil desert oasis set in a Royal Desert Reserve, and feast on a contemporary breakfast menu inspired by the four elements, crafted by a Michelin-Star Chef. This is Dubai's ultimate hot air balloon desert retreat made for the discerning traveller.
Duration: 5 hours.

Make the most of the Dubai desert with this premium desert safari adventure and enjoy all the desert must-do's in added style and luxury. After your hotel pickup, enjoy an exhilerating 4WD experience over cascading sand dunes and continue to Dubai's only beautifully illuminated desert fortress camp for the evening's entertainment.

Enjoy traditional Arabian activities such as henna art, camel and horse riding, falcon interaction and browse at the traditional souq. Savor a delicious 5-star banquet with live BBQ stations, and lounge on cushions to watch belly dancing, whirling dervish dance and fire shows under the desert stars.
Duration: 7 hours.

Dubai is known for its modern and impressive architecture, and a hot air balloon ride provides a stunning perspective from above of Dubai desert and natural attractions. The Dubai desert is a beautiful and dramatic landscape, with vast sand dunes, rocky outcrops, and the endless expanse of the Arabian desert. A hot air balloon ride allows you to appreciate the sheer scale and beauty of this desert environment. Floating in a hot air balloon is a serene experience. Unlike other aerial activities, hot air balloons are quiet and gentle, providing a sense of tranquility as you soar above the desert. Our tour is typically conducted by experienced and certified pilots who prioritize safety while ensuring an enjoyable and informative experience for passengers. Get an experience that is both thrilling and serene, resulting in memories that will last a lifetime. It's a unique way to celebrate a special occasion or simply enjoy the beauty of the region from a new perspective.
Duration: 2 to 3 hours.

Enjoy this 6-hour Dubai desert safari tour full of fun and heart-stopping activities in one of the biggest as well as magnificent deserts in the Arabian Peninsula. Your amazing desert safari dubai trip is a mix of adventure, cultural entertainment, and sumptuous dinner under the stars.

The real highlight of the best desert safari tour is an exciting, adrenaline-pumping 4×4 drive deep into the desert to explore the vast stretch of the golden dunes by plummeting low in the deep ditches and escalating high on the summit of the dunes. This is followed by a visit to a traditional Arabic Bedouin campsite, which enables you to capture the real essence and beauty of the red dunes of lahbab desert, as you relish traditional Arabic coffee, smoke a flavored shisha, and rivet in mesmerizing belly dance movements, Tanura and fire shows.
Duration: 6 to 7 hours.

Enjoy a personal interaction with falcons on a private, 5-hour falconry experience. Travel from Dubai by luxury 4x4, and then enjoy your own falconry session amid the dune-filled Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. Guided by expert falconers, discover how to fly one of the birds of prey from your gloved hand, see traditional and modern training techniques, and marvel at the birds’ speed and agility. Enjoy a wildlife-watching drive and the option to upgrade with a breakfast at the luxury Al Maha Desert Resort.
Duration: 5 hours.

Ride a camel through the desert and enjoy dinner at a Bedouin-inspired camp on this thrilling 7-hour experience. Depart Dubai in an air-conditioned minivan and trade it for a camel for a memorable 45-minute journey to an exclusive desert camp nestled in the dunes. As the sun sets, partake in traditional Arabic activities: watch a falconry demonstration, enjoy cookery displays, get a henna tattoo, and experience traditional dancing under the stars. Conclude the evening with a delicious 4-course Emirati banquet served in true Bedouin style.
Duration: 7 hours.

Explore the Desert for the evening and enjoy thrilling activities on a 6 to 7-hour desert safari on the red dunes. Drive across the red sand dunes by 4x4 vehicle. Slide through the high dunes on a sand boarding. Experience a breathtaking roller coaster on the red dunes . Enjoy an adrenaline rush ride as you slide across from one dune to another in the 4x4 vehicle. Venture deeper into the desert for the best scenic views possible, then stop for a picture on the highest dune at sunset To add more fun, set your foot on the Sand Board and glide on the dunes. A camera is absolutely a must-have so not to miss miss this experience and admire the 360 views of the desert landscape as the sun slowly sets down. Proceed to the desert camp for camel ride, falcon photograph, buffet dinner with BBQ & more. The climax of the evening is the stunning performance by the exotic belly dancer, Tanoura dance under the star-lit sky (except during religious holidays and the Month of Ramadan)
Duration: 6 to 7 hours.

Explore Al Marmoom Desert Reserve in a Vintage G 230 Mercedes. Enjoy a camel caravan ride exploring the desert dunes. Traverse the Bedouin Village, enjoy the various activities and savor a 6-course Emirati meal while admiring the desert landscape. Enjoy stargazing with a Telescope.
Duration: 6 hours.

Experience life as a Bedouin nomad, surviving in Dubai’s unforgiving desert. You’ll have the chance to meet and chat with Bedouin storytellers, pet farm animals, get up close with the Arabian hunting dogs called Saluki’s and how the combination of falconry and Saluki dogs became their main means of hunting.
Duration: 5 hours.

Experience the Dubai Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner, Dune Bashing & Live Shows

Embark on an unforgettable Dubai Desert Safari that promises a blend of thrill, culture, and relaxation. Our tour stands out for its exclusive itinerary, featuring exhilarating dune bashing led by professional drivers, mesmerizing sunset photography, and a lavish BBQ dinner under the starlit desert sky. Enjoy traditional camel rides, get your hands adorned with henna painting, and watch spellbinding live entertainment, including Tanoura dance and fire shows.

Why choose our tour? Unlike standard packages, we offer personalized service, smaller group sizes for a more intimate experience, and unique add-ons such as quad biking and sandboarding. Our guests rave about the warm hospitality and attention to detail that ensures every moment is unforgettable.

Book now for an authentic Dubai desert adventure that you’ll remember forever!
Duration: 5 to 6 hours.

Go on a Wildlife Drive and discover the fauna and flora of the Dubai desert on this fascinating conservation tour from Dubai. Traveling in a luxury Land Rover Defender with a professional safari guide, roam the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve to seek out everything from Arabian oryx, gazelles and desert monitors to rare indigenous flora. Learn about the fragile ecosystem; how the Bedouins used desert plants for cooking and medicine; and seize the opportunity to photograph what you see. Go to a spectacular desert lake that is a bird sanctuary. Then, relax and enjoy the magical landscape over breakfast at the famous Al Maha Desert Resort.
Duration: 5 hours.

Get ready to experience the excitement and fun of exploring Al Marmoom Desert Reserve in a Vintage G 230 Mercedes 1980s. Traverse the traditional Bedouin Village taking part in the activities while enjoying the taste of authentic Emirati food.


Duration: 4 hours.

Indulge in all things delicious on the Dubai desert on this 6-hour excursion. Drive deep into the desert, hop on a camel for a unique perspective on the place. Do some off-road dune bashing and then settle in to the desert camp for a delicious barbecue feast that includes unlimited soft drinks. While eating enjoy an entertaining Tanoura show.
Duration: 6 hours.

Hot air balloon rides are great for any event, whether it's on your "Bucket List" or to celebrate an anniversary, birthday, family fun, or vacation adventure. The Sky is the limit when you book a hot air balloon adventure flight with us. You can leave your compass behind as you escape the ordinary and sail among the clouds in man's oldest form of flight.
Duration: 4 to 5 hours.

Experience the essence of the desert with 57 Heritage Safari, as we take you on a journey filled with lasting memories. Covering 225 sq km, the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve is a protected nature reserve by the UAE government, providing a sanctuary for the region's natural flora and fauna.

Our tours allow you to witness the magnificent landscape of the reserve, delve into the rich culture and history of the region and experience thrilling adventures in the desert.

Watch an engaging and interactive falcon show, take a leisurely nature trail in rare, iconic, classic 1950s open top land rovers, and go camel trekking at sunset. Afterward, indulge in the flavors of Arabia-inspired cuisine served right at the table in our luxury 57 Safari Camp.

Our campsite provides the perfect ambiance for a memorable evening under the stars, complete with fascinating shows and entertainment. Join us for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of the desert.
Duration: 6 hours.

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.


Duration: 6 hours.

Learn how to fly a falcon on a 5-hour small-group falconry experience from Dubai. With a group, travel to Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve by 4x4 vehicle, and learn about the UAE’s passion for falconry. After a wildlife drive through the reserve to a hunting camp, take turns with other group members to fly a bird from your glove and see training displays. If you want to make the experience more special, upgrade to enjoy breakfast afterward at Al Maha Desert Resort. Numbers are limited to 12 for an intimate experience.
Duration: 5 hours.

Come with us and experience the timeless charm. Our expertly trained representatives will lead this exhilarating tour, ensuring you absolute blissful moments from start to end with a delicious Buffet dinner
Duration: 6 hours.

Can you reduce this to a maximum of 999 characters please: Get ready for an action-packed adventure as you embark on a journey through the desert with our Polaris and locally made 2000 CC buggies. Your 60-minute ride will take you through the scenic landscapes, experiencing the thrilling twists and turns of the desert terrain. But that's not all; get ready to try your hand at sandboarding,

After your adrenaline-pumping ride, you will switch gears and experience the beauty of the region with a vintage land rover tour.

Next up is a Falcon show where you can feed and get entranced in the beauty of these birds of prey.

As the sun begins to set, get ready for a tranquil trek on the camels to witness the sunset in all its glory.

Finally, it's time to relax and enjoy the evening with a delicious Arabian cuisine served at our exclusive campsite. Sit back and enjoy fascinating shows and performances.

2 Guests get 1 X 2 Seater Buggy. 4 Guests get 1 X 4 Seater Buggy
Duration: 7 hours.

Enjoy this 7-hour tour of fun and heart-stopping activities in one of the biggest as well as magnificent deserts in the Arabian Peninsula. Your desert safari trip is a mix of adventure, cultural entertainment, and sumptuous dinner under the stars.

The real highlight of the desert safari tour is an exciting, adrenaline-pumping 4×4 drive deep into the desert to explore the vast stretch of the golden dunes by plummeting low in the deep ditches and escalating high on the summit of the dunes. This is followed by a visit to a traditional Arabic Bedouin campsite, which enables you to capture the real essence and beauty of the desert, as you relish traditional Arabic coffee, smoke a flavored shisha, and rivet in mesmerizing belly dance movements and Tanura shows.
Duration: 7 hours.

As part of the tour you will have a chance to learn about the significance of desert plants and trees (like the Al Ghaf - UAE national tree, a drought-tolerant, evergreen tree), fauna and the traditional Bedouin way of life. You will have a possibility to observe animals and birds like Arabian Oryx, Ghazal Deer, Falcon, Camel, Flamingo and other birds.
Duration: 7 hours.

Experience the fun of riding a camel caravan witnessing the desert dunes. Explore Bedouin Village, enjoy the various entertainment activities and taste a 6-course Emirati meal, admiring the desert landscape and stargazing with a Telescope.
Duration: 6 hours.

If you're an adventure seeker looking for the ultimate thrill, then Desert Safari with quad biking Dubai is the perfect activity for you. Before starting Desert Safari in Dubai tour, our expert guides will brief you on the rules to ensure your safety.Enjoy quad bike ride through the sand dunes of the Dubai desert .

After the adventure Dune Bashing drive, Take some photos in the middle of the desert then head towards the Bedouin camp . A buffet dinner with BBQ awaits you, with a wide variety of delicious food that you can savour as you enjoy the mesmerizing belly dance ,Tanura Dance and Fire Show. The camp offers an authentic experience of traditional Arabic hospitality that will leave you with fond memories.

Our Dubai Desert Safari tour offers an unforgettable experience that you'll cherish for years to come. So if you're ready for an action-packed day-out in the desert, join us for the ultimate quad biking adventure. Book your tour now and get ready for an experience like no other


Duration: 6 hours.

We provide you with a guide at your hotel throughout the tour to make most fun out of the time you have.Experience Desert Safari Bash the sand dunes in a 4x4 air conditioned luxury land cruiser and explore the colossal desert in the best way.

Take a step into the thrilling experience by getting a customised henna tattoo on your hands and feet but don't worry if the idea doesn't suit your liking, there are even more things that would surely get you engrossed and excited about the tour such as a desert superlicious BBQ dinner under the stunning sky view with several sparkles enough to illuminate your smile.

Don't forget the amazing dancing turns a belly dance performance with the best onstage dancers readily available to lit your tour up even more. Yes, the tanoura folk dance can't be overlooked.

There is just so much that you can't afford to miss starting from the hotel pickup to the varieties of fun events listed and a concluding ride back to your Dubai hotel in a 4x4 land cruiser.
Duration: 6 hours.

Depart from Dubai to experience a thrilling 4X4 ride through the Arabian Desert on this half-day, guided evening tour. Enjoy dune bashing, sand skiing and a fabulous view of the sun setting over the desert dunes. Explore a typical Bedouin campsite and watch a belly dancing show and a Tanoura dance show. This tour includes a buffet dinner and pickup and drop-off from central Dubai hotels.
Duration: 6 hours.

1. Experienced and knowledgeable tour guides
2. Clean and safe vehicles following a strict safety protocol
3. Exceptional entertainment by professional performers
4. Three-course regional dinner buffet with soft drinks and unlimited house beverages
5. Exclusive and safe location without other tour operators (in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve).
Duration: 6 hours.

Experience the most craved adventure in the UAE. Dubai Desert Safari is an excellent opportunity to spend a wonderful time with your loved ones in the serene vastness of the Arabian desert. Be amazed by the untouched beauty of nature and amusing activities altogether. One of its own kind, Dubai Desert Safari is crowned as most favorite tourist activities in the United Arab Emirates. Thousands of tourists come from all around the world to enjoy this thrilling expedition. No doubt there are numerous Desert Safari operators in UAE and it is difficult to choose one, especially when booking online they just give a vague overview to trick people. But we make sure that what is promised it is delivered so you have the best time in the magnificent Arabian desert with safety as the priority.
After involving in exhilarating activities, experiencing long gone Arab lifestyle at camp, feasting on mouth-watering dinner and watching scintillating performances our team will drop you back.
Duration: 6 hours.

Experience the awe-inspiring desert sunrise from the air on this luxurious hot air balloon ride in Dubai. Start your adventure with an early morning pickup in an air-conditioned minibus, heading to the launch site. Glide gracefully over the sweeping dunes of the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, watching the sun rise over the vast desert plains. As you soar, spot camels and gazelles roaming freely across the landscape.

After landing, enjoy a thrilling ride in a vintage 1950s Land Rover to a gourmet breakfast set amidst the desert. Indulge in a Michelin-star-inspired meal while witnessing a traditional falcon display. This unforgettable desert journey includes hotel pickup and drop-off from select Dubai hotels, offering a seamless and luxurious experience from start to finish.


Duration: 6 hours.

If you want to do more than just sitting in a 4x4 Land Cruiser and seeing the desert, book this tour and be in charge of your own adventure by riding the sand dunes yourself on a quad bike in addition to all the mini activities packed in this tour.
Duration: 5 to 6 hours.

1. Knowledgeable and experienced safari guides
2. Safe and clean vehicles and a strict safety protocol
3. 3-course regional dinner buffet with unlimited juices and soft drinks
4. Exceptional local entertainment by professional performers
5. Secluded, exclusive and safe location without other tour operators (Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve)

Duration: 6 hours.

Our private desert safari is dedicated to giving travelers exclusive perks not available in the regular tours. We go all the way to provide comfort, starting with pick up from your hotel with the up-to-date Air conditioned 4WD Vehicle. 

Moving through the splendid golden sand dunes you enjoy dune bashing. As your thrill reaches to peak when you go up and down with the rolling dunes of Dubai desert, will compel you to start screaming with delight. Experience the sand boarding and a photo stop to capture the precious moments at the sun settings. Drive through the camp where you will be greeted with a welcome drink.Enjoy other activities such as henna painting, sheesha , Camel ride, Fire show , Belly dance , Tanura Dance show and much more. Enjoy your sumptuous Dinner in the middle of the desert under the stars. After the tour finish drop back in Dubai on your Hotel
Duration: 6 hours.

This is an exclusive tour. Watch the unique and stunning sunrise in the desert. Enjoy your breakfast in the middle of the desert. We will provide 30 minutes best dune bashing, sand skiing and photo stop.
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes.

Dubai Desert Safari is a 6-hour evening tour to a traditional Emirati Bedouin camp. You will stop to take photos of the wild beauty of desert dunes. You will enjoy 30-Minutes Quad Bike Ride in the Desert on Dunes. Quad Bike Safaris in Dubai is a new version of off-road exploration.
Enjoy an adrenaline-pumping dune drive (30 to 40 mins) as your driver skids, slides and ploughs up and down the slopes.
Stop for the breathtaking sunset before heading to the Bedouin camp. Experience a traditional welcome of Arabian coffee and dates, Relax in the beautiful Bedouin camp site and enjoy live traditional Tanura dance, Belly dance and Fire show. Enjoy a free camel ride. Get a traditional henna painting on your hands, or smoke a shisha to get into the spirit of the Bedouins. Traditional Arabian costumes (male and female) for photos. Take photos with an Arabian Falcon (Additional charges).
All of above is coupled with a gourmet barbecue of Arabian treats under a shelter of stars.
Duration: 6 hours.

Experience the most exhilarating part of your trip to Dubai by getting to see the sunrises and sunsets rising behind the sand dunes through Bedouin desert Safari. Visiting Dubai and missing the adventure through a thrilling 4X4 ride through Luxury safari Dubai would be an injustice with the trip. Get a chance to ride through the red dunes of the Arabian Desert through our Best Desert Safari. Either you are with your family or friends this Arabian Desert Safari will make your trip amazing.

You will get a chance to visit the traditionally furnished Bedouin Style campsite where you can smoke the flavored Arabian coffee and tantalize your taste buds with the scrumptious array of barbecue dishes and salads along with the mind-blowing Arabic music and belly dance.
Duration: 7 hours.

Every sun rise is good greeting. Start your morning with adventure and make it memorable.

Our expert driver’s team will take you to the Lahbab desert where you will enjoy 45 minutes dune bashing that will accelerate your heart beat. If you want to drive in desert you can also enjoy quad bike that will be more fun and you can also enjoy camel riding. After that our driver will drop back you to your hotel or residence.
Duration: 4 hours.

Get ready to explore Al Marmoom Desert Reserve. Enjoy a camel caravan ride across the beautiful desert dunes. Experience the Emirati hospitality at the traditional Bedouin village and enjoy an authentic Arabic breakfast.
Duration: 5 hours.

Start your tour with a pickup from your centrally located Dubai hotel. Meet your courteous private driver and board your private air-conditioned 4x4. As this is a private tour, feel free to ask your guide any questions and adjust the duration of any stops along the way according to your wishes, providing it doesn’t result in your trip over-running. Power across the sand dunes as you try your hand at dune bashing, following by sand boarding on your own.

After roaming the desert, drive to watch the protected indigenous wildlife such as Desert Gazelle and Arabian Oryx. Then a quick drive to Al Qudra Lakes part of the Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve. Across the series of lakes at Al Qudra, you can enjoy a picnic or a leisurely ride. It’s a great way to see Dubai’s beautiful desert sunrise with a waterfront view and spot some local wildlife. Tours also include Arabic coffee, dates, and refreshments and a Snack box and convenient return transfers to your hotel.
Duration: 5 hours.