Private Night Safari and Astronomy by Vintage Land Rover for 7 Guests
Supplied by: Platinum Heritage Desert Safari
Learn about the Arabian night sky through a private night safari and an astronomy session. Explore the desert in a 1950s Land Rover, followed by a nocturnal eco-walk with a Conservation Guide. After the nature safari, join other guests at a peaceful camp on Royal Desert Grounds. Enjoy shisha, a three-course dinner of Emirati dishes and a journey through the galaxies, hearing tales about the starry sky and its importance to the Bedouins.
Highlights
- Explore the desert after dark in a vintage 1950s Land Rover
- Discover desert wildlife with insights from an experienced conservation guide
- Relax with fellow guests at a serene camp on Royal Desert Grounds
- Enjoy flavourful shisha and a delicious three-course Emirati dinner
- Experience journey through the galaxies with tales of the Bedouin's star navigation
What's included
- Get picked up in a private air-conditioned vehicle from Dubai, Sharjah or Ajman between 05:00 PM and 06:30 PM, depending on the season. We will inform you of the exact pick-up time on the afternoon of your desert safari.
- Arrive at the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve and receive your Adventure Pack (Headscarf, Stainless Steel Water Bottle and Bag).
- Private night desert drive in a vintage Land Rover
- Venture on a nocturnal eco-walk with torches and try to spot creatures like sandfish, scorpions etc.
- Arrive at a peaceful oasis.
- Savour a delectable three-course dinner.
- Partake in an immersive astronomy session with a professional astronomer and telescope and interact with an owl
- Return to the hotel between 10:00 PM and 11:30 PM, depending on the season. Your total experience will last approximately five hours
- Photos
- Alcoholic beverages (not allowed)
- Gratuities
Overview
Discover the wonders of the Arabian night sky with a private night safari in the desert, followed by an immersive astronomy session.
Begin your adventure by exploring the desert after dark in a vintage 1950s Land Rover and continue with a nocturnal eco-walk, guided by an expert conservationist who will share insights about the desert's nightlife.
After your thrilling nature safari, relax with fellow guests at a tranquil camp on Royal Desert Grounds. Enjoy the flavours of a delicious three-course dinner featuring traditional Emirati cuisine, and savour the experience with aromatic shisha.
As night falls, embark on a captivating journey through the galaxies, learning about the Bedouins' ancient navigation techniques.
Know before you go
• A portion of your Desert Safari fee is contributed towards local conservation in Dubai. • Pick-up from Dubai, Sharjah, and Ajman is included and will be in a private air-conditioned vehicle. • Please inform us of any dietary requirements or allergies when booking. We can accommodate vegetarian, vegan, kosher-style, and gluten-free options. • We do not serve alcohol nor permit guests to bring it on tour to stay true to local traditions and showcase the authenticity, warmth, and hospitality of this region. • 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. • When planning for your overnight stay, please take into account that we are an eco-friendly desert operator and this is an immersive nature experience. Although rare, there may be some harmless insects at our desert camps. Regular pest control is conducted at our premises; however, we strive to protect the desert ecosystem as much as possible. • Bathroom facilities are available at the camp. • The nature drive is not recommended for guests more than six months pregnant. • Infants below 12 months are not permitted on our nature drive. • The operator will contact you within 24h to 48h of the tour date to confirm pick-up location and time.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before booked date. No-shows and late cancellations are non-refundable.
