The desert, a vast and hauntingly secretive landscape, barren yet beautiful, a shimmering sea of sand as far as the eye can see. It may seem desolate but life does thrive in this sometimes harsh backdrop, a far cry from the indulgent comforts of staying at a luxury hotel in Dubai. But you will be mistaken in thinking there is nothing to discover here, for as anyone who has been on desert safaris in Dubai will tell you, this unique landscape has much to offer be it action-packed thrills to enchanting natural beauty.
Look to base yourself at a Dubai hotel that not only offers convenient accommodation but will also organise such desert safaris. Desert Palm PER AQUUM is one such option to consider. So what can you look forward to on such safaris? Dune bashing is always a popular activity. Skilled drivers at the helm of 4×4 vehicles such as Land Rovers will take you on a thrilling ride on the sands, racing up and down dunes at breathtaking speeds. If you want to get more up close with the desert you can always try activities like sand boarding, sand skiing and riding quad bikes.
Of course, if you are in the desert, what better way to travel than on the “ships of the desert”, aka, camels! Traverse across the sands on camel-back taking in the scenery and soaking up the experience of an authentic desert adventure. For a truly unique perspective of the landscape, look to also include a hot air balloon ride as part of your safari; it provides the ideal vantage point in which to appreciate the true vastness and spellbinding beauty of the desert, especially early mornings or at sunset.
Ideally, choose a desert safari that also includes a visit to a Bedouin camp in the evenings. Here you can enjoy some traditional culture, including authentic local dishes, henna painting, smoking shisha and belly dancing too! As dusk turns into night, and the sky becomes adorned with a thousand glittering stars, the surreal beauty of the desert is revealed once more.
Caleb Falcon is a travel writer who specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.
