Journey to the Heart of the Emirates

Highlights

Itinerary

1. 1

   The Journey will start in Dubai, where the outskirts gradually make way for desert towns. At the edge of the Emirate we visit a local mint and date farm.

   Pass by (no stop)•Admission free

2. 2

   Visit a date andmint farm on the edge of the desert

   20 minutes•Admission free

3. 3

   After admiring the national tree of the Emirates - the Ghaf tree - we venture into an ancient river bed where we see how climate change shaped the landscape, how plant life has adapted and how fossils can still be found in the ancient limestone rocks amidst the desert. Intimate camel encounters highly likely!

   45 minutes•Admission free

4. 4

   The Journey continues to the East along across a vast alluvial plain dotted with acacia trees reminiscent of the African savannah.

   We learn how ancient rivers have transported volcanic rock from the Hajar to form still visible remnants of river banks. More camel encounters assured here, and if we are lucky we will spot some feral donkeys!

   45 minutes•Admission free

5. 5

   Wind your way through the magnificent wadi Showkah and stop for picnic in a lush tropical farm. See the falaj irrigation system enjoy a moment of pure relaxation in nature. Those who want can make a 1-2 km walk through the wadi bed. See ancient ruins bearing witness to an age long gone. At the end of the wadi we head back to the highway and to Dubai

   2 hours•Admission free

Meeting point

We will pick you up at any location within Dubai

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Pickup

• Everyone meets at the start point

Know before you go

• Service animals allowed
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking

Cancellation and refunds

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• Cancelled and fully refunded if the weather makes it unsafe
• Cancelled and fully refunded if too few travellers book