Fly a trained falcon from your gloved hand inside the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. This private five-hour safari pairs hands-on falconry instruction with a wildlife drive and optional breakfast at Al Maha.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
The morning light slices low across ochre dunes as the 4x4 hums away from Dubai's skyline and into the quiet of the conservation reserve. Sand ripples underfoot, and a falcon—alert and heavy with potential—perches close on a gloved hand, head tilted like a practiced athlete waiting for the signal. This is a five-hour, private falconry session inside the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, where expert falconers teach both traditional and modern techniques and guests fly the birds themselves.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; minimal walking but requires steady balance when handling birds
Wildlife
History
Falconry has been practiced in the Arabian Peninsula for centuries as both a hunting method and a cultural art, now preserved as living heritage in the UAE.
Conservation
The Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve restricts off-road driving and manages visitor numbers to protect habitat; operators adhere to strict handling and welfare standards for raptors.
Reserve your spot on the Falcon 1—Private Dubai Falconry Safari today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Sun protection is essential
Bring a wide-brim hat, high-SPF sunscreen, and sunglasses—shade is limited in the dunes and UV is strong year-round.
Hydrate before you go
Carry a reusable water bottle for the transfer and drink regularly; handlers provide short breaks but desert heat absorbs fluid quickly.
Wear closed-toe shoes
Sturdy, closed shoes handle hot sand and short walking between vehicles and falconry stations better than sandals.
Follow handlers' directions
Keep movement slow near birds, obey launch and recall signals, and secure loose items to avoid startling the falcon.
Wide-brim sun hat
Shields face and neck during transfers and dune-side instruction.
summer
Reusable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated through the drive and hands-on session.
Closed-toe hiking shoes
Protects feet from hot sand and provides traction on dune slopes.
Light, long-sleeve layer
Thin layers protect against sun and cooler winter mornings without overheating.
winter