There’s nothing better than treating yourself to a weekend staycation, but have you considered disappearing into the desert for the ultimate outdoor adventure? Pura Eco Retreat Jebel Hafit Desert Park is made for nomads in search for serenity, thanks to its vast desert landscape and peaceful surroundings.
The good news is that the Pura Eco Retreat Jebel Hafit Desert Park has just reopened its doors in Al Ain for its third season on September 15, just in time for the cooler months.
Not been to the Pura Eco Retreat Jebel Hafit Desert Park? Let us introduce you to one of the most relaxing and healing places in Abu Dhabi, perfect for those in search of healing adventure.
Pura Eco Retreat Jebel Hafit Desert Park is around an hour’s drive from Abu Dhabi, and occupies a nine kilometre stretch at the base of the spectacular Jebel Hafit Mountain, Abu Dhabi’s tallest peak.
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Located on a UNESCO world heritage site, the Pura Eco Retreat Jebel Hafit Desert Park sits on archeological remains that date back to the Neolithic period from 8,000 years ago, to the 5,000 Jebel Hafit Tombs excavated in 1959 at the request of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founding father of the United Arab Emirates.
You can explore the incredible park’s majestic natural surroundings on a hike, a mountain bike, horse or camel.
Looking for family-friendly activities? The Pura Eco Retreat Jebel Hafit Desert Park has plenty of adrenaline-filled activities to suit every age, such as hiking, camel riding, exhilarating dune bashing tours and electric skateboarding.
For those who want a more low-key experience, you can reconnect with nature at the Pura Eco Retreat Jebel Hafit Desert Park by building a campfire, exploring all the biodiversity around you, and stargazing at night.
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If you’re finding yourself peckish after a full day of exhilarating activities, the Pura Eco Retreat Jebel Hafit Desert Park offers an insatiable food menu, featuring items such as cauliflower tabouleh, chicken satay skewers and classic chicken caesar for starters, roasted organic chicken, Arabic style mixed grill and grilled lamb chop for mains, and plenty of sharing plates including mountain nachos, carne asada tacos, sliders, and so much more.
Fancy a family-fun weekend at Pura Eco Retreat Jebel Hafit Desert Park? There are so many glamping options to choose from, including Skylight Domes, Sky Bubbles and Traditional Heritage Tents.
Skylight Domes and sky bubbles use a modern, self-sufficient set up and include handcrafted amenities, a private bathroom, and air conditioning. You can also opt to have breakfast included, or order dinner from the à la carte menu.
The Arabian-style heritage tents include air-conditioning, traditional indoor majlis seating and shared lavatories. There you can enjoy a stunning barbecue night under the stars.
You can also bring your own tent and book a camping spot with family and friends in the public campsite located at the foot of Hafit mountain.
Prices start from Dhs500, including a special package offer starting Dhs650 which includes breakfast and an activity of your choice.
For Dhs1,100 you can enjoy a two night stay in the Sky Bubble at Pura Eco Retreat Jebel Hafit Desert Park which includes breakfast and an activity of your choice.
Whichever option you go for, there are plenty of options for a family-fun weekend or a relaxing weekend getaway.
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Open now. From Dhs500. Pura Eco Retreat, Al Ain Jebel Hafit Desert Park, instagram.com/jebelhafitdesertpark, (50 774 1639).
