DISCOVER A SLOWER SIDE OF SUMMER AT AL MAHA, A LUXURY COLLECTION DESERT RESORT & SPA | News
Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa unveils a curated summer programme of staycations, Father’s Day celebrations, executive retreats and day escapes set within the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve.
Just 45 minutes from Dubai, the resort combines Bedouin heritage, exceptional dining and outdoor experiences within one of the UAE’s most remarkable natural landscapes. From wildlife encounters and cultural discoveries to wellness-led escapes, the season’s offerings invite guests to embrace a slower pace of summer surrounded by rolling dunes and native wildlife.
Escape the City with a Desert Staycation
The Desert Explorer Retreat
Designed for guests seeking a deeper connection with the desert, The Desert Explorer Retreat combines full-board dining with authentic experiences showcasing the reserve’s natural and cultural heritage.
Guests can enjoy daily breakfast, lunch and dinner at Al Diwaan Restaurant, where regional flavours and locally inspired ingredients take centre stage. The package also includes two curated desert activities per stay, showcasing the reserve’s wildlife, landscapes and heritage.
For younger travellers, the Desert Explorer Excursion introduces children under 12 to the wonders of the desert through a 90-minute adventure featuring camel visits, horse interactions and a falcon photo opportunity.
Rate: From AED 2,989 net per night, inclusive of applicable taxes and fees
Includes:
Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner
Two curated desert activities per stay
Desert Explorer Excursion for children under 12
Validity: Until 31 August 2026
For bookings, visit https://www.marriott.com/offers/the-desert-explorer-retreat-off-193883/ or contact +971 4 832 9900.
Stay for Breakfast Retreat
Created with families in mind, the Stay for Breakfast Retreat offers a chance to reconnect amid the desert landscape. The package includes daily breakfast for two adults and one child, while children under 12 stay complimentary and can enjoy the Desert Explorer Excursion, featuring encounters with camels, horses and falcons within the reserve.
Each morning begins at Al Diwaan Restaurant, where Arabian and international breakfast favourites range from traditional mezze and shakshuka to Eggs Benedict, Chebab Pancakes and Caramelised French Toast.
Rate: From AED 1,750net per night, inclusive of applicable taxes and fees
Includes:
Daily breakfast
Desert Explorer Excursion for children under 12
Children under 12 stay complimentary
Validity: Until 31 August 2026
For bookings, please visit www.al-maha.com or contact +971 4 832 9900.
Celebrate Father’s Day in the Desert
This Father’s Day, Al Maha invites families to celebrate the father figures in their lives through experiences centred on relaxation, adventure and quality time together. Special gift vouchers are available and may be redeemed across a curated selection of experiences that reflect the quiet luxury of the desert setting.
The Pool Day Experience includes access to the infinity pool overlooking the dunes, wellness facilities and a three-course à la carte lunch. For those wishing to explore the landscape, the Wildlife Drive & Afternoon Tea Experience offers the chance to spot Arabian oryx and gazelles before enjoying afternoon tea overlooking the desert. Meanwhile, the Spa Indulgence Experience includes a 60-minute therapeutic massage, access to the infinity pool and spa facilities, a three-course lunch and entry to the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve.
Retreat to the Desert for the Day
Daycation: Desert Infinity Pool Retreat
For those seeking a peaceful summer escape without an overnight stay, the Desert Infinity Pool Retreat offers a full day immersed in the serenity of the desert. Available daily from 8 am to 8 pm and priced at AED 290 per person, guests can enjoy access to Al Maha’s infinity pool, spa facilities and the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, alongside a three-course à la carte lunch at Al Diwaan Restaurant. Set against sweeping views of the dunes, the experience offers a chance to slow down, unwind, and savour the stillness that defines Al Maha.
Validity: Until 31 August 2026
Work Retreat Experience
For those who do their best thinking away from the office, the Work Retreat Experience offers a private Bedouin Villa within the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve as a tranquil workspace surrounded by uninterrupted desert views. Available Monday to Thursday from 10 am to 6 pm and priced at AED 1,000 per person, the experience is suited to executive strategy sessions, focused workdays or small meetings. Included throughout the day are unlimited coffee, tea and filtered water, high-speed Wi-Fi, and a three-course lunch served either at Al Diwaan Restaurant or within the villa. Guests also enjoy access to the infinity pool, spa and fitness facilities. Subject to availability.
Take Work Beyond the Boardroom
Offering a considered alternative to conventional meeting spaces, Al Maha’s corporate experiences are designed for those who understand that the quality of an environment shapes the quality of thinking within it. Beyond the city, space opens, conversations deepen and focus comes naturally.
The Executive Day Offsite, priced from AED 250 per person (minimum 10 guests), includes a private meeting venue, two coffee breaks, a chef’s choice lunch, pool access and entry to the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. For larger gatherings, the Corporate Group Dinner Experience is available from AED 335 per person (minimum 40 guests), and offers a three-hour private desert venue, a choice of international or Arabic menu, soft beverages and a 4×4 desert transfer. Both experiences include access to the DDCR and are suited to leaders, teams and clients seeking a rare balance of privacy, perspective and purpose.
For bookings, email [email protected] or call 04 414 2000
Whether enjoying a restorative staycation, celebrating Father’s Day, gathering for a corporate retreat or spending a day by the infinity pool, each experience at Al Maha is shaped by the same quiet intention, vast desert landscapes, authentic encounters, and moments of stillness that linger long after summer draws to a close.
For more information or to make a reservation, please visit www.al-maha.com or contact +971 4 832 9900.
