Experiences

Curated Desert Experiences: Private Dune Dining & Falconry

“Curated Desert Experiences: Private Dune Dining & Falconry” presents Hi DMC’s most exclusive Arabian desert offerings, including private dining under the stars, hands-on falconry sessions, camel rides, and cultural performances. It’s luxury redefined—rooted in heritage and curated with care.

3 min

There are few travel moments as timeless and transcendent as watching the sun dip behind golden dunes, a gentle breeze carrying the scent of oud, and a falcon soaring through the twilight sky. In the UAE, the desert isn’t just a landscape—it’s a living story of heritage, elegance, and wonder.

With Hi DMC, this story is told your way. Our curated desert experiences blend the grandeur of the natural world with private luxury touches, from fine dining under the stars to one-on-one falconry showcases. Whether you're seeking romance, reflection, or cultural immersion, we design each evening around you.

Why Choose a Private Desert Experience?

The desert can be crowded and commercial—or it can be utterly private, profoundly peaceful, and deeply luxurious. Our bespoke desert offerings offer:

  • Secluded locations far from the tourist track
  • Majlis-style lounges, private tents, and ambient lighting
  • Fine dining with curated menus by top chefs
  • Private falconry shows with experienced handlers
  • Add-ons like live oud music, henna artists, and camel rides
  • Seamless transfers and concierge services from hotel to dunes

Hi DMC elevates the traditional desert safari to a tailored Arabian night—one that respects local culture while delivering world-class comfort and exclusivity.

Signature Experiences: Crafted by Hi DMC

1. Private Dune Dining Experience

Location: Dubai or Abu Dhabi Desert
Duration: 5–6 hours | From $1,500 per couple

Your journey begins in a private 4x4 or luxury SUV with your personal guide, whisking you across golden dunes to a handpicked, secluded location. Upon arrival, you're welcomed with dates, Arabic coffee, and a warm towel ritual.

Experience Highlights:

  • Elegant majlis seating with Persian carpets and plush cushions
  • Lantern-lit pathways and flickering torches
  • A 3- to 5-course dinner crafted by a private chef (Middle Eastern, fusion, or vegetarian themes available)
  • Sunset mocktail or champagne served in crystal flutes
  • Optional fire pit setup for storytelling or stargazing

Hi DMC Add-ons:

  • Personalized menu with name embroidery on napkins
  • Custom floral arrangements
  • Photographer or drone videographer for your private evening

2. Private Falconry Experience

Location: Desert Conservation Reserve or private desert camp
Duration: 1.5 hours (can be added to dune dining)
From $700 per session

Step into a centuries-old tradition with a dedicated falconer, who introduces you to the art and symbolism of falconry in Emirati culture.

Includes:

  • Introduction to different falcon species (Peregrine, Saker, etc.)
  • Live demonstration of flight, recall, and hunting techniques
  • Hands-on opportunity to fly and handle the falcons
  • Falconer's storytelling and Q&A session
  • Falcon perch photo session at sunset

Hi DMC Cultural Touches:

  • Coffee ceremony with Arabic dates
  • Optional gifting of falcon feather keepsakes in glass cases
  • Live oud player for ambient atmosphere

3. Camel Caravan Arrival & Sunset Aperitif

Add the magic of an authentic camel caravan arrival. Ride into your private camp as the sky turns gold, greeted with a welcome drink and cool towel.

Add-on: $300 per couple
Includes:

  • Traditional camel ride (15–30 mins)
  • Bespoke saddle decorations and attendant
  • On-arrival aperitif with canapés

4. Cultural Entertainment Enhancements

Elevate your evening with live performance and artistry:

  • Henna artist in custom-designed lounge corner
  • Oud or qanun musician playing Arabic classics
  • Private Tanoura or fire-dancer performance
  • Emirati storytelling under the stars

Pricing: From $250 to $1,000 per artist/session

5. Wellness & Stargazing Integration

For a more reflective experience, we offer:

  • Sunset yoga or sound healing session in the dunes
  • Telescope-led stargazing with an astronomy expert
  • Desert aromatherapy or foot massages in your private tent

Wellness desert add-on package: From $600 per couple

Sample Curated Desert Itinerary by Hi DMC

4:00 PM – Pickup from hotel via luxury SUV
5:00 PM – Sunset camel ride into private camp
5:30 PM – Falconry showcase & welcome mocktails
6:00 PM – Live oud music begins as stars appear
6:30 PM – 4-course private dune dinner by candlelight
8:00 PM – Dessert by the fire pit + stargazing telescope
9:00 PM – Henna & storytelling session
10:00 PM – Return to hotel

Total estimated cost: $2,500–$4,000 per couple depending on customizations

Ideal For…

  • Romantic proposals or anniversaries
  • Families seeking cultural enrichment with comfort
  • Luxury incentive experiences for VIP guests
  • Wellness travelers desiring serenity
  • Content creators wanting cinematic moments

Why Book with Hi DMC?

Hi DMC is the leading B2B destination management company for the UAE, specializing in luxury and bespoke travel. When you choose us, you're choosing:

  • Privileged access to private desert reserves and high-end camps
  • Cultural authenticity blended with modern elegance
  • A single point of contact to design, execute, and elevate your experience
  • Exclusive collaborations with chefs, falconers, artisans, and performers
  • Zero stress logistics—everything is taken care of, beautifully

We don't offer pre-packaged safaris. We create immersive desert stories tailored to your spirit of travel.

Beneath a million stars and among ancient sands, time slows. The desert invites stillness, beauty, and wonder. With Hi DMC, this serene space becomes a stage for unforgettable luxury—where private dining, falconry, music, and magic all unite. For those who seek meaning in every moment, and luxury in every detail, a curated desert experience with Hi DMC is not to be missed. Contact Hi DMC to begin planning your private dune dining and falconry experience. Let us design a desert evening of luxury, heritage, and enchantment—just for you.