Private Night Safari Astronomy(TourTip-8 Platinum)

Private Night Safari Astronomy
(TourTip-8 Platinum)

Pick up from any hotel in Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman and cruise terminal (only Dubai) pick up between 5 pm and 6.30 pm - hotel pickup / return as well in a private car

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Duration

05 Hours (Approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English

Overview

Explore the desert at night on a search for nocturnal animals with your private Guide. After a delicious dinner, learn about the night skies in a professional stunning astronomy session.

Go on a private Night Desert Safari in Dubai like no other in an antique 1950’s Land Rover with an expert Conservation Guide and Astronomer.

After the sun has dropped and the temperature cools, see the nocturnal animals come to life. Explore the wilderness at night time on a wildlife drive through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve and look for native wildlife like Arabian gazelles with torches. If you’re lucky, you may additionally even spot the rare desert fox or the enchanting Desert eagle owl! Stop along the way to go on a nature walk with UV arachnid lights in search of the small wilderness creatures like scorpions, beetles, and lizards.

Enjoy the tranquillity and coolness of the desert at night in contrast to the hot noisy city. Take in the fresh wilderness air and be amazed by the blanket of stars above you. Arrive at an authentic open-air Bedouin camp to spend the night relaxing in Arabic Majlis with the finest shisha (hubbly bubbly) if you like. Enjoy a delicious three-course dinner with a choice of main dishes like grilled salmon and prawns, Australian filet steak, and vegetable moussaka.

Go on a celestial voyage in an expert Astronomy session and learn about the stars of Arabia. Revel in the magic of stargazing as your private Astronomer recalls the early records of Astronomy and the magnificent legacy of how the Bedouin relied on the stars for storytelling and navigation. Learn a few guidelines about Astrophotography and experience superb telescope views of mesmerizing nighttime sky objects which includes the mighty planet Jupiter and its four Galilean Moons, distant galaxies, and star-forming nebula.

This exclusive Night Desert Safari and cosmic experience take place in the heart of a private Royal desert retreat!

Private Night Safari and Astronomy Highlights

Explore the desert at night in your own private vintage Land Rover

Spot nocturnal animals in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve on a night wildlife drive

Walk through the dunes by torchlight on a hunt for scorpions and other desert nightlife

Enjoy a 3-course dinner cooked freshly for you in an authentic Bedouin camp

Learn about the stars of Arabia in a professional Astronomy session

Sit back and relax in a traditional majlis with top-quality shisha

What you need to know

Pick-up only from hotels in Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman and Cruise Terminal Dubai between 5 pm and 6.30 pm

Pick up time depends on the season, click on “BOOK NOW” – more infos

Arrive at the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve after 45 – 60 min

Receive your Adventure Pack and put on your traditional headscarf

Embark through Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve in an open-top vintage Land Rover spotting nocturnal wildlife

Walk through the dunes by torchlight on a hunt for scorpions and other desert creepy crawlies

Arrive at a torch-lit desert retreat

Enjoy a 3-course dinner at an exclusive camp inside the desert retreat of the local Royal family

Astronomy session with professional Astronomer and telescope

Return to the Hotel between 10 pm and 11.30 pm (depends on season)

Bathroom facilities are available in the desert and at the camp

Long pants and closed shoes are highly recommended. We also recommend that you bring something warm to put on as the temperature drops considerably after sunset

Dinner includes lentil soup, fattoush salad, a choice between Australian Angus Steak, Vegetarian Moussaka or Grilled Arabic Chicken and desert

Children under the age of 5 yrs. will be not accepted on this tour

Bathroom facilities are availabe in the desert and the camp

A portion of your private Night Safari and Astronomy Highlights fee is contributed towards local conservation in Dubai

Due to health concerns, the wildlife drive is not recommended for pregant guests within their third trimester

Additional Information:

We don’t pick up guests from private residences. We can pick you up from the nearest hotel in Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman or Cruise Terminal Dubai
A confirmation with a precise pick-up time will be sent to your email or phone before 3 pm on the day of the Heritage Private Night Safari Astronomy
Duration of our Heritage Private Night Safari Astronomy: 5 hours (Approx.)

Prices (Examples)

1 Private Car, 02 guests, incl. tax 2200 AED
1 Private Car, 03 guests, incl. tax 2400 AED
1 Private Car, 04 guests, incl. tax 2600 AED
1 Private Car, 05 guests, incl. tax 2800 AED
1 Private Car, 06 guests, incl. tax 3000 AED
1 Private Car, 07 guests, incl. tax 3200 AED
1 Private Car, 08 guests, incl. tax 3400 AED
1 Private Car, 09 guests, incl. tax 3600 AED
1 Private Car, 10 guests, incl. tax 3800 AED
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Vintage Land Rover, 1 car can accomodate up to 10 guests
no distinction between adult and child on private tour
tour not suitable for children under the age of 1 year

Payment

payment by credit card

PRIVATE NIGHT SAFARI & ASTRONOMY FOOD MENU

SAFE TRAVEL DUBAI

The safety and wellbeing of our guests and staff has always been our priority. As a responsible tourism company, our robust health and safety protocols are in line with the highest global standards. Our protocols are approved by the World Travel and Tourism Council’s Safe Travels global regulations which ensures safe and secure experiences for travellers. The protocols take into account current WHO and CDC guidelines and will be updated as new information becomes available about COVID-19.

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Book directly through Platinum Heritage

Platinum Heritage Dubai is the only Ecotourism Desert Safari company in Dubai. We are advocates of sustainable travel and our mission is to conserve the natural environment, wildlife and culture of Dubai and its people.

Our range of Desert Safaris have been created to suit different types of travellers. Whether you are looking for adventure, an escape into Dubai’s nature, a traditional encounter with Bedouin, or a luxurious journey through the sand dunes, we have meticulously created the experience for you!

Itinerary

Included/Excluded

Durations

5 – 7 hours

Time

Over Night

Tour ID

8761

Tour's Location

Pick up from any hotel in Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman and cruise terminal (only Dubai) pick up between 5 pm and 6.30 pm - hotel pickup / return as well in a private car

FAQs

We have created two unique desert safari collections, with very different concepts.

Our Platinum Collection was designed for our discerning guests who are accustomed to the finer things in life. Luxurious Range Rovers, dining around an oasis inside a royal property, falconry and access to the Conservation Reserve. Away from all crowds, the Platinum Collection ensures privacy and exclusivity.

Our Heritage Collection focused on showcasing Dubai’s culture and heritage, authentic Arabic cuisine, entertainment and local traditions. The Heritage Collection has been designed to engage our guests in UAE history. Rather than read about it or sit and listen, our guests will have a chance to participate in a range of activities, bringing history to life.

As an ecotourism company we focus on sustainable practices and conduct gentle wildlife drives in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve that do not include dune bashing. While dune bashing can be a fun experience, it has its downsides; it’s typically not family friendly, can feel rushed, but most importantly the pristine Dubai desert has so much more to offer. With an expansive and rich culture, exotic wildlife, and some of the most breath-taking scenery in the world, the deserts of Dubai have so much to offer that will leave you with lasting memories.

In addition, the desert ecosystem is very sensitive and about 95% of the animals in the desert live under the desert. When you drive really fast across dunes you are damaging all the vegetation and wildlife. Dune bashing is not an innocent pastime, it’s an adventure sport and should be limited to certain areas because it does a lot of damage.

Platinum Heritage only operates with in-house vehicles and Conservation Guides. This means that we have very limited capacity and quite often sell out weeks in advance. Once you have confirmed your travel plans, it is strongly suggested that you book your desert safari before you arrive to avoid disappointment. Our online booking system contains live inventory so you can see if seats are still available.

We never want our guests to be sitting for long periods in the lobby of their hotel. Instead we prefer to give a precise pick-up. However, there are numerous factors which make it impossible to provide a precise pick-up time at the time of booking. At the time of booking, you will have a 1 hour range to help you plan your day. We will then take the following steps on the day of your safari…

Phone you at your Hotel room and advise you of the pick-up time. If you are not in the room…
We leave a message with the Concierge

Send you a confirmation email.

If you are not in the room and we were not provided with an email address, we will phone or leave a text message on the international number you provided.If you have not received a message by 1pm on the day of your tour, please phone 04 4409827.

We list the most popular hotels (from a possible 650 hotels and apartments in Dubai). However, we will pick you up from any hotel in Dubai. Please phone 04 440 9827 for information about pick-ups from other Emirates as additional charges may apply.

Many of our guests want to recognise the tremendous contribution our Conservation Guides make to their experience. However, there are no obligations to include a gratuity and if you do, the amount depends completely on your generosity.

There are numerous reasons why a private vehicle is required for an under 5 including:

The desert safari driving will be toned down to accommodate a younger child. If you are sharing a car with others, they may not appreciate this.

It is mandatory by law that youngsters are placed in a car seat. This would remove the chance of seat rotation which makes it fair for everyone.

Youngsters can get scared, cry, sick, etc. In this case, the safari would be cut short. If this was the case, the other people you are sharing with would be rightfully entitled to compensation.
If a private car is still not an option, we can arrange a separate transfer for one parent and the child, where you will be dropped directly at the falcon show without the wildlife drive. This rate is normally lower than the price of a private car where your family can enjoy the wildlife drive together.

As the saying goes, when in Rome, do as the Romans do! Alcohol is generally not permitted in the Arabic culture, and while the Rulers of the country have shown great flexibility in allowing service in hotels, we are committed to stay true to local traditions and showcase the authenticity, warmth and hospitality of this region. For these reasons we do not serve alcohol on our tours.

Bedouins would build their camps on the top of sand dunes for many reasons; to catch any cool winds, to avoid low areas susceptible to flash floods, to keep watch on approaching tribes, and to avoid snakes and scorpions which prefer low lying brush. Platinum Heritage has constructed the industry’s first camp sitting on top of a dune.

Other desert safari companies build in a “pocket” in order to protect against heavy winds. However, this comes with the disadvantage of being very hot in summer and very cold in winter. Not to mention that they become the unwilling home to lots of creepy crawlies like spiders, scorpions and snakes which prefer low lying areas. We can avoid this and take advantage of the cool Dubai afternoon breeze, using nature’s natural air-conditioning and pest control.

The only concern for our pregnant guests would be during the wildlife safari in our Land Rovers as it can be a little bumpy. If you are experiencing a healthy pregnancy, it shouldn’t be an issue as it is only slightly bumpier than driving on a dirt road.

For their comfort and safety, we are happy to accommodate expectant mothers up until their last trimester. If you would still like to join the safari, you can skip the wildlife drive and we can arrange for you to be dropped directly at the sunset stop for the falcon show where you can wait for the other guests. This would be approximately a 1 hour wait and besides missing out on the wildlife drive, the full itinerary can be enjoyed.

Utilising the first 4WD ever introduced in the UAE, our 1950’s Land Rovers are collectors’ items and this is the only place in the world you can experience these vehicles driven in the desert. Most 4WD’s (modern included) take a lot of maintenance to drive over the dunes every morning and night. When a vehicle is 60 years old, it takes daily monitoring and maintenance which is why we have a full-time Mechanic on hand in order to take preventative maintenance.

However, things happen and vehicles do break down (even modern ones). We have spare vehicles traveling with the convoy just so a breakdown becomes part of the adventure and not something that would cause a delay or result in guests missing anything. If something does happen during the desert safari, enjoy the adventures as many generations before you have done (see the picture below taken in Al Ain in 1958).

If you speak Arabic, Russian, German, Italian, French, Spanish or Portuguese, our talented team will be able to help you for no additional cost. Please just let us know at the time of booking so we can try to accommodate your request.

Our camp is located approximately halfway between the cities of Dubai and Al Ain. Dubai experiences a coastal weather system that is usually associated with high winds and rain around 5-7 days per year. Al Ain is at the base on a mountain-range and is subject to higher of concentrations rainfall.

Our camp is located between the two weather systems and does not usually enjoy rainfall as high as either centre. It is due to this lack of rain that there are a great deal less trees and plants in the desert than in either city. So, if you see a weather report for rain and storms in Dubai, quite often the sun is shining with vivid blue skies at our camp. Please check with us before changing your plans. If the tour is not able to operate due to inclement weather, compensation will be automatically offered.

We are happy to accommodate your food/dietary requirements. We have many dishes that are vegetarian so you will still have a variety to enjoy. Please inform us at the time of booking if you have any food allergies.

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