Say Hello to the Ship of the Desert

Camels have been used by the people of Dubai for trading and transportation since ancient

times. A camel safari tour is an excellent introduction to a family exploration adventure.

Camels have been used by the people of Dubai for trading and transportation purposes

since ancient times and are still fondly referred to as the old “Rolls Royce” of the desert.

They were called the ships of the desert and owning them was regarded as a sign of wealth.

Camels are capable of enduring the strong desert winds along with blistering heat and are

thus were thus considered an integral part of trade activities in ancient Dubai. Their ability

to travel to extreme distances without food and water has made them a valuable and a part

of the Arabic tradition.

Today Dubai has developed considerably and camels are no longer used for transport purposes but are widely used to promote tourism for the entertainment of visitors. A camel safari tour is an excellent introduction to a family exploration adventure. Tourism companies in Dubai organize a number of Camel Safaris to provide a thrilling authentic desert experience for tourists. Camel safaris are done in groups that are known as caravans. There are expert camel riders who guide and assist you during your ride and there is nothing to fear as the camels are well trained as well.

The Dubai Camel safari across the splendid desert landscape usually lasts for around five hours, with the camels normally being able to carry two passengers at a go. This is an excellent option for you if you're looking for a relaxing time and a way to explore the dunes at a serene pace. Camels are able to reach speeds of 35mph but usually enjoy a more leisurely pace. This gives visitors a good opportunity to enjoy some sightseeing opportunities and capture amazing pictures of the desert and its spell binding sunset.

An evening camel ride into the high desert dunes while watching the sun set across the incredible desert landscape is a truly captivating experience. You can even take the camel ride further to a desert oasis, or spend the night with at a campsite with the local Bedouins tribes. Besides the camel safari trekking, tour companies also provide thrilling sand skiing experience. This adventure sport is quite similar to skiing except that it is done on tall sand dunes. There are experienced guides that coach you thought this activity as well so there is nothing to worry about. Make sure that you find a reputable tour operator in Dubai in order to get the best deals.