Royal Falconry Training & Nature Safari

Falcons have been part of Emirati life for centuries. On this private morning experience a professional falconer shows you how falcons, hawks and owls are trained, and how the birds hunt with ancient and modern techniques.

During the 75-minute interactive session a bird lands on your glove, a moment of real trust between you and the falcon. Then a luxurious Land Rover Defender takes you on a nature drive through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, past a remote lake, to a gourmet breakfast at the famous Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa.

What to expect

• Private falconry session: 75 minutes with an expert falconer in a desert camp, with falcons, hawks and owls.

• Bird on your glove: hold a bird of prey and learn how it is cared for and trained.

• Ethical approach: the birds' health and welfare always come first.

• Nature drive: 60 minutes in a Land Rover Defender with a Conservation Guide, with a stop at a remote lake.

• Breakfast at Al Maha: a chef's breakfast menu on the deck of the resort.

Perfect for

• Animal lovers: a hands-on, ethical encounter with birds of prey.

• Private groups: the whole experience is only for your group.

• Culture seekers: falconry is a UNESCO-listed tradition and a symbol of the UAE.