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Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve

Desert, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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As featured in Dubai off the beaten path
Ranked #11 of 174 attractions in Dubai
Type: National Parks, Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: More than 3 hours
Owner description: The Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve (DDCR) is a designated protected area for the conservation the natural inland desert ecosystem of Dubai. It... more » Owner description: The Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve (DDCR) is a designated protected area for the conservation the natural inland desert ecosystem of Dubai. It spans 4.7% of the total land area of Dubai Emirate and encompasses 225km2 of sand dunes desert ecosystem interspersed with gravel plains. The DDCR is a member of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and has gained international recognition from the United Nations Environmental Program (UNEP). The DDCR is home to 57 Plant species, over 120 birds and 43 mammals and reptiles including the iconic Arabian Oryx. The DDCR can be visited by either staying at the Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa or for day visits with one of the four concession holders; Arabian Adventures, Lama Tours, Travco and Alpha Tours. « less
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Hamilton, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

This was one of our highlights from our recent Dubai trip. We did the Sundowner Desert tour with Arabian Adventures. It was a fun way to enjoy the desert scenery, but note it is not for those that experience car sickness as it is more like a roller coaster ride! The meal and setting of the desert bbq dinner was... More

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Perth, Australia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

We thought the sand dune part of the trip was great however the dinner was very average. The seating was a cushion on the ground - very difficult to get down to and quite uncomfortable - what do you do with your legs? Hard if you are not young and supple! I didn't like the fact that we were expected... More

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Sydney, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

Booked a Desert Safari as a couple - not really knowing what to expect - would do it again! Fantastic experience.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

Wonderful to see that the authorities were foresighted enough to preserve and restore the desert area with the original animals flora and fauna and maintain it in pristine condition

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

The tour from start to finish was amazing, the jeeps riding the Dunes was like a roller coaster ride, creating a fun atmosphere. Then riding the Camels and observing the views was lovely At the end we attended the Belly dancing and BBQ Middle Eastern Style which heightened the cultural experience which was amazing and worth the money spent

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

loved this trip going up and down the sand dunes in a 4x4 riding on camels and watching the sun set! this is a must do in Dubai

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

This is a must do in Dubai. You are collected from your hotel around 430pm by 4WD, some 5-6 to a vehicle, and transported for about 45 minutes out of Dubai into the desert to partake in a camel ride (if you have done that previously you can save some time and pass on the ride). The camels provide more... More

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Hervey Bay, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

its a well plan interesting adventure nice staffs. the dinner was beautiful with all the shows. it was nice watching the sunset from the desert

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

we had a great night at the safari even if we did not do the dunebashing. just the camel ride, photos with the falcon and then the shows, belly dancing, the spinning guy is amazing, the buffet in the desert. a must do even if it is a little touristy. a great sunset and worth the small climb up the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

Visited here as part of our desert safari. We saw some onyx, gazelles and lizards. Worth a visit as part of a tour.

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