Only five hours of flight from Italy, Dubai It is a unique and fascinating destination that in a small area contains a wide variety of landscapes: from white beaches to lush park vegetation, from dusty villages to luxurious residential districts, from ancient dwellings with wind towers to futuristic skyscrapers, without forgetting the majestic desert dunes.
Whether you are passionate about adrenaline sports or looking for something more relaxing, every trip to Dubai should include an experience in the extraordinary desert surrounding the city. Here are the top 5 activities not to be missed to discover the emirate desert:
1) Sand skiing or surfing: lovers of speed and altitude will surely find this sport out of the ordinary. It will be enough to hook the skis or snowboard, climb up to the top of a dune and then down fast for steep sandy slopes, but absolutely safe. Suitable for all ages and at all levels of experience.
2) Dune buggies: the most fun opportunity to explore the desert by personally guiding the buggies, the two-seater offroads, the endless stretches of golden sand. An exciting adventure that will make the safari unforgettable in the desert.
3) Camel trekking: a camel back trip is definitely a must-do in Dubai. The camels, nicknamed ‘dead dwellers’ for the wavering movement they do when they walk, will allow you to cross the dunes just as the Beduins did in ancient times.
4) Arabic desert barbecue: a great way to enjoy some traditional culture. After an adventurous safari, venture into a camp and let yourself be conquered by a delicious barbecue served in the charming Bedouin tents. You can also be tattooed with henna and let yourself be transported by the rhythm of Arabic music that will accompany a dancer of the belly. And when the moonlight envelops the dunes, just lie under the starry sky to finish the day.
5) Air ballon: an exciting trip that offers the possibility to look at the emirate from a completely new perspective. On board a colorful balloon you can admire the endless ocean of sand dunes, emerald green oasis, and the animals that inhabit the desert. Contrary to popular belief, the desert is in fact buzzing with life: hordes, gazelles and camels. You can enjoy a breathtaking sunset with the background of the majestic rocky mountains or see the sun rise from the silent dunes. All this is just a 30-minute drive from Burj Khalifa.
