Sonara Camp Dubai
Magic Under The Desert Stars
Experience Dubai’s most enchanting desert getaway with award-winning cuisine, spectacular live shows, and authentic Arabian adventures in the protected Conservation Reserve.
Limited availability during peak season – Advance booking recommended
Where the Desert Hosts in Style
A unique eco-luxury desert experience blending gourmet dining, live entertainment, and unforgettable adventures found nowhere else in Dubai.
Luxury Desert Dining
Award winning Mediterranean & Middle Eastern fusion served under the stars.
Spectacular Live Shows
Live falcon shows, signature fire and acrobatic performance that light up the desert night.
Sustainable Eco-Luxury
Elegant, zero waste desert escape within the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve.
Family and Groups
Kids’ cinema, sandboarding, and family style dining. The perfect desert experience for all ages.
SONARA CAMP EXPERIENCE
The Sonara Camp Experience
Luxury desert experience inside the protected Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, eco-friendly, elevated dinner, live shows under the stars
Two distinct venues create your unforgettable moments.
Sunset Lounge
Perched atop a dune with panoramic desert views. Enjoy signature sunset cocktails or mocktails, appetizers, and pre dinner activities while watching the sun paint the dunes gold.
Desert Restaurant
Our award winning chef presents a 3 course Mediterranean-Middle Eastern fusion menu. Dine under the stars as live shows unfolds around you.
✓ Signature sunset drinks
✓ A sharing style menu
✓ Great selection of Canapés
✓ Signature Sonara shows
✓ Interactive hawk show
✓ Exclusive desert activities
✓ Kids’ cinema under the stars
✓ and much more…
Book Your Experience
Sunset & Dinner Experience
MOST POPULAR
Sunset and Dinner Experience
The Complete Sonara Evening
4:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Your Evening Journey Includes:
✓ Sunset lounge with drinks and canapés
✓ Sandboarding adventures
✓ Camel ride
✓ Interactive falcon shows
✓ Soft archery
✓ 3-course dinner
✓ Signature Sonara shows
✓ Kid’s cinema under stars
From AED 890
per adult.
from AED 390 per child (6-12 years)
The Sunset Experience
POPULAR
The Sunset Experience
Golden Hour at Sonara
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Evening Journey Includes:
✓ Arrival from 4:00 PM
✓ Welcome drinks & canapés
✓ Choice of sunset activities
✓ Entertainment options
✓ Desert lounge access
From AED 390
per adult.
from AED 120 per child (6-12 years)
The Dinner Experience
GREAT VALUE
The Dinner Experience
Perfect if arriving later
6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Your Evening Journey Includes:
✓ Gentle desert drive to camp
✓ 3-course signature menu
✓ Soft drinks, tea & coffee
✓ Interactive hawk show during dinner
✓ Signature Sonara shows
✓ Kids’ movie under stars
From AED 520
per adult.
from AED 200 per child (6-12 years)
Full Experience with Chauffeur
ULTIMATE LUXURY
Experience with Chauffeur
Includes Private Transport
2:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Everything in Sunset & Dinner Plus:
✓ Private luxury 4WD chauffeur
✓ Round-trip transport from your location
✓ Thrilling dune bashing
✓ Extended desert safari
From AED 2,730
per couple.
additional AED 690 per adult
additional AED 280 per child (6-12 years)
The Overnight at The Nest
DESERT STAY
The Overnight at The Nest
Combine Sonara Camp + Eco-Luxury Stay
4:00 PM – 10:00 AM
The Ultimate Sonara Sunset & Dinner Experience:
✓ Sunset & Dinner at Sonara
✓ Overnight at The Nest by Nara
✓ Morning breakfast
From AED 2,650
per Nest
Book Your Sonara Experience
Most Popular
Sunset and Dinner Experience
The Complete Sonara Magic
From AED 690
per adult.
from AED 280 per child (6-12 years)
4:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Your Journey Includes:
✓ Sunset lounge access with signature drinks & canapés
✓ Sandboarding adventures
✓ Camel ride
✓ Interactive falcon shows
✓ Soft archery
✓ 3 course dinner
✓ Signature Sonara shows
✓ Kid’s cinema beneath the dunes
Popular
The Sunset Experience
Golden Hour at Sonara
From AED 390
per adult.
from AED 120 per child (6-12 years)
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Your Journey Includes:
✓ Arrival from 4:00 PM
✓ Welcome drinks & canapés
✓ Choice of sunset activities
✓ Entertainment options
✓ Desert lounge access
Great Value
The Dinner Experience
Perfect for Late Arrivals
From AED 520
per adult.
from AED 200 per child (6-12 years)
6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Your Evening Journey Includes:
✓ Gentle desert drive to camp
✓ 3-course signature menu
✓ Soft drinks, tea & coffee
✓ Interactive hawk show during dinner
✓ Signature Sonara shows
✓ Kids’ movie under stars
Ultimate Luxury
Experience with Chauffeur
Luxury Transfer & Private Experience
From AED 2,730
per couple.
additional AED 690 per adult
2:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Everything in Sunset & Dinner Plus:
✓ Private luxury 4WD chauffeur
✓ Round-trip transportation
✓ Thrilling dune bashing
✓ Extended desert safari
Extended Escape
The Overnight at The Nest
Intimate Desert Stay Under the Stars
From AED 2,650
per Nest
4:00 PM – 10:00 AM
The Ultimate Sonara Sunset & Dinner Experience:
✓ Sunset & Dinner at Sonara
✓ Overnight at The Nest by Nara
✓ Morning breakfast
Christmas Like No Other
Celebrate Christmas in the heart of the desert, where magic, warmth, and festive spirit come together beneath the golden dunes.
Sonara Camp transforms into a winter wonderland with enchanting activities for the entire family, from meeting Santa to enjoying sunset canapés and a festive dining experience under the stars.
Sunset & Dinner Experience
MOST POPULAR
Sunset and Dinner Experience
The Complete Sonara Evening
4:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Your Evening Journey Includes:
✓ Sunset lounge with drinks and canapés
✓ Sandboarding adventures
✓ Camel ride
✓ Interactive falcon shows
✓ Soft archery
✓ 3-course dinner
✓ Signature Sonara shows
✓ Kid’s cinema under stars
From AED 1,200
per adult.
from AED 390 per child (6-12 years)
The Sunset Experience
POPULAR
The Sunset Experience
Golden Hour at Sonara
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Evening Journey Includes:
✓ Arrival from 4:00 PM
✓ Welcome drinks & canapés
✓ Choice of sunset activities
✓ Entertainment options
✓ Desert lounge access
From AED 640
per adult.
from AED 120 per child (6-12 years)
The Dinner Experience
GREAT VALUE
The Dinner Experience
Perfect if arriving later
6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Your Evening Journey Includes:
✓ Gentle desert drive to camp
✓ 3-course signature menu
✓ Soft drinks, tea & coffee
✓ Interactive hawk show during dinner
✓ Signature Sonara shows
✓ Kids’ movie under stars
From AED 690
per adult.
from AED 200 per child (6-12 years)
Most Popular
Sunset
and Dinner
The Complete Sonara Magic
From AED 1,200
per adult.
from AED 200 per child (6-12)
4:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Your Journey Includes:
✓ Sunset lounge access with signature drinks & canapés
✓ Sandboarding adventures
✓ Camel ride
✓ Interactive falcon shows
✓ Soft archery
✓ 3 course dinner
✓ Signature Sonara shows
✓ Kid’s cinema beneath the dunes
Popular
The Sunset Experience
Golden Hour at Sonara
From AED 640
per adult.
from AED 200 per child (6-12)
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Evening Journey Includes:
✓ Arrival from 4:00 PM
✓ Welcome drinks & canapés
✓ Choice of sunset activities
✓ Entertainment options
✓ Desert lounge access
Great Value
The Dinner Experience
Perfect for Late Arrivals
From AED 690
per adult.
from AED 200 per child (6-12)
6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Your Evening Journey Includes:
✓ Gentle desert drive to camp
✓ 3-course signature menu
✓ Soft drinks, tea & coffee
✓ Interactive hawk show during dinner
✓ Signature Sonara shows
✓ Kids’ movie under stars
New Year's Eve A White Gala Celebration
Step into a night of desert elegance as Sonara Camp transforms into a shimmering White Gala under the stars.
Celebrate New Year’s Eve surrounded by golden dunes, live entertainment, and the signature Sonara magic, where 2026 begins with wonder, warmth, and celebration for the whole family.
New Year's Eve Dinner
GREAT VALUE
New Year's Eve
Ring in 2026 in Style
6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Your Evening Journey Includes:
✓ Gentle desert drive to camp
✓ 3-course signature menu
✓ Soft drinks, tea & coffee
✓ Interactive hawk show during dinner
✓ Signature Sonara shows
✓ Kids’ movie under stars
From AED 1,200
per adult.
from AED 600 per child (6-12 years)
The Overnight at The Nest
DESERT STAY
The Overnight at The Nest
Combine Sonara Camp + Eco-Luxury Stay
4:00 PM – 10:00 AM
The Ultimate Sonara Sunset & Dinner Experience:
✓ Sunset & Dinner at Sonara
✓ Overnight at The Nest by Nara
✓ Morning breakfast
From AED 2,650
per Nest
NYE GALA CELEBRATION
New Year's Eve
Ring in 2026 in Style
From AED 1,200
per adult.
from AED 600 per child (6-12)
6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Your Evening Journey Includes:
✓ Full Access to the White Gala Celebration
✓ Gentle desert drive to camp
✓ 3-course signature menu
✓ Soft drinks, tea & coffee
✓ Interactive hawk show during dinner
✓ Signature Sonara shows
✓ Kids’ movie under stars
Extended CELEBRATION
The Overnight at The Nest
Intimate Desert Stay Under the Stars
From AED 2,650
per Nest
4:00 PM – 10:00 AM
The Ultimate Sonara Sunset & Dinner Experience:
✓ Full Access to the White Gala Celebration
✓ Sunset & Dinner at Sonara
✓ Overnight at The Nest by Nara
✓ Morning breakfast
Celebrating Something Special?
Our concierge can arrange personalised surprises.
Perfect for birthdays, family reunions, corporate events, and more.
AWARD-WINNING CULINARY JOURNEY
A Culinary Journey
Our resident chef creates a contemporary fusion of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavors using fresh, locally sourced ingredients and innovative contemporary techniques. Every dish tells a story of tradition reimagined for modern palates.
Sunset Appetizers
Non-Vegetarian
Sunset Appetizers
(Non-Vegetarian)
CANAPES
Mini Éclair with Mandarin-infused Lemon Chicken
A delicate éclair filled with lemon-marinated chicken and a hint of mandarin
Panipuri Stuffed with Guacamole and Pico de Gallo Salsa
Crispy puris filled with creamy guacamole and refreshing pico de gallo salsa
Mini wagyu burger
Mini kofta-style Wagyu burger in a brioche bun with piperade-style bell peppers
Tuna melt Escabeche Mini Toast
Mini toast topped with tuna melt, escabeche vegetables, and pink peppercorn
Watermelon with herbal ricotta and balsamic reduction
Dehydrated olive, sage, basil, marjoram, chive
PIZZA
Margherita classico
Classic basil pesto, tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese
Cacio e pepe with zucchini and burrata
Roman-style cheese and black pepper with shaved zucchini and burrata
Pepperoni Diavola
Topped with beef pepperoni, chilli-infused oil, and caramelized onion
Vegetarian
Sunset Appetizers
(Vegetarian)
Guacamole & pico de gallo panipuri
Crispy pani puris filled with creamy guacamole topped with refreshing pico de gallo
Tomato tart pissaladière
A delicate tart topped with caramelized onions, ripe tomatoes, and black olives
Margherita pizza
Mini pizzas adorned with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and basil
Cacio e Pepe zucchini pizza
Mini pizza featuring a classic Roman combination of cheese and black pepper and shaved zucchini slices
Signature Dinner
Starters
Pumpkin soup
Creamy velouté of roasted pumpkin, gently spiced with nutmeg and cinnamon.
Pink hummus
A vibrant medley of chickpeas, tahini, beetroot, lemon juice, and olive oil— fresh, bright, and evocative of summer.
Truffle mushroom croquette
Crispy potato balls filled with mushroom duxelles and melted cheese, served on parmesan sauce.
Lentil & celery root salad
Tender Puy lentils with julienned celery root and fine herbs, dressed in a fragrant black truffle vinaigrette.
Onion tart
Caramelised onions with thyme and Emmental cheese, baked in a crisp, buttery tart shell.
Smoked salmon
Finely sliced smoked salmon with dill, capers, red onion, and a touch of lemon labneh.
Main Course
Black Angus beef tagliata
Grilled prime Black Angus beef finished with garlic-parsley butter, served with a rich jus.
Firewood chicken rotisserie
Succulent whole chicken infused with mandarin and rosemary, roasted to tender perfection.
Seafood tajine
Creamy crustacean blanquette of clams, shrimp, scallops, and Omani lobster, finished with a hazelnut butter velouté.
Sides
Velvety mashed potatoes
Smooth, buttery mashed potatoes infused with a hint of nutmeg.
Winter roasted root vegetables
Roasted Carrots, Onions, Parsnips and Sweet potatoes
Creamed spinach
Rich creamed spinach and cheese with artichoke
Dessert
Chocolate fondant
Warm molten chocolate cake served with crème anglaise cinnamon and ice cream vanilla.
Beverage
Perched on the top of the dune, our open-air bar features spectacular views of the desert where you can enjoy a beautiful sunset. Enjoy alcoholic or non alcoholic beverages including cocktails, wines and appetizers in a casual-chic desert setting
Vegetarian
Starters
Green pea soup
A chilled velouté of green peas, bell pepper, and cucumber, garnished served with gram crackers infused with cumin seeds and sea salt.
Pink hummus
A vibrant blend of chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, beet and lemon juice, capturing the essence of summer in every bite.
Tomato flatbread
Crispy flatbread layered with tomato coulis, fresh and confit tomatoes, caramelized shallots, pine nuts, and Emirati Chamee cheese.
Signature Caesar salad
Baby sucrine lettuce, draped in a velvety parmesan-yogurt dressing, garnished with capers, charcoal brioche croutons.
Smoked eggplant caviar
Marinated with tahini, pomegranate and crispy onion.
Main Course
Firewood-grilled seasonal vegetable skewer
A selection of locally sourced seasonal vegetables, grilled over an open fire for a smoky, sweet flavour.
Moroccan artichoke & spring pea tajine with lemon-Mandarin essence
A fragrant tajine featuring artichokes, mandarin oranges, lemon confit, green olives, baby potatoes and green peas.
Sides
Orzo pasta cacio e pepe
Orzo pasta with baby marrow and caramelized shallots tossed with pecorino Romano cheese, topped with sumac and wild za’atar crumble.
Middle Eastern saffron rice
Aromatic basmati rice infused with cardamom and star anise, cooked in olive oil, and topped with dried cranberries and blueberry flowers.
Herbed crushed potatoes
Rustic crushed potatoes blended with olive oil and delicately seasoned with chervil, chimichurri, chive, and coriander.
Dessert
Red berries mille-feuille
Delicate puff pastry layered with vanilla cream and fresh red berries, accompanied by a refreshing raspberry sorbet.
Vegan
Starters
Green pea soup
Chilled velouté with bell pepper and cucumber, cumin lavash crisps
Pink hummus
Chickpeas, tahini, beetroot and lemon, extra virgin olive oil
Tomato flatbread
Crispy flatbread with tomato coulis, confit tomato, caramelized shallots, pine nuts
Signature Caesar salad
Baby sucrine lettuce, hummus-mustard dressing, capers
Smoked eggplant caviar
Tahini, pomegranate, crispy onion
Main Course
Firewood-grilled seasonal vegetable
Locally sourced vegetables, open-fire grilled, smoky finish
Moroccan artichoke and spring pea tajine
Artichoke, lemon confit, mandarin, green olives, baby potatoes, green peas
Sides
Orzo pasta cacio e pepe style
Orzo, baby marrow, caramelized shallots, nutritional yeast, miso, sumac, lemon
Middle Eastern saffron rice
Basmati rice with cardamom and star anise, dried cranberries, edible flowers
Herbed crushed potatoes
Crushed potato with olive oil, chervil, chimichurri, chive and coriander
Dessert
Red berries mille-feuille
Filo pastry, plant-based vanilla cream, red berries, raspberry sorbet
Kids Menu
Mains
Grilled mini chicken sausages
Chicken Tenders
Wagyu sliders
Potato croquettes
Sweet potato wedges
Bao buns stuffed with chicken & vegetables
Corn on the cob
Pomodoro Napolitana tomato pasta
Hummus, vegetable sticks & tomatoes
Turkey & cheese toasties
Desserts
Assorted Popsicle
Assorted Mini Cake
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES
Moments Crafted
for Memory
We design every moment at Sonara to be unique with elements and activities to be cherished forever.
- Gentle camel rides
- Interactive falcon shows
- Football & volleyball area
- Sandboarding adventures
- Desert wildlife spotting
- And much more…
Stories from Our Guests
Essential Information
Location & Access
What to Bring
- Light layers for evening temperature drops
- Comfortable walking shoes for desert activities
- Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)
- Camera for capturing memories
Sonara Curated Events
Celebrate with your loved ones in the most unique settings.
Sonara
Valentine's
Love, intimacy and luxury are on the menu on this evening designed just for you
Ramadan
Nights
Break the fast and enjoy our spice market in a one-of-a-kind camp repurposed just for you
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Easter
A giant bunny organising an egg hunt in the desert, what else do you need this Easter?
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Halloween
Enjoy Halloween in style and luxury, with a themed menu and spooky activities for all ages
The
Winternest
Experience an Alpine winter and delicious traditional dishes in the heart of the desert
National
Day
Honour the birth of the UAE in authenticity and tradition, with a touch of luxury
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Christmas
Have the merriest of desert Christmases at Sonara Camp on this most special evening
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New Year
Celebrate the New Year far from the traffic and bustle of the city and in complete intimacy
Frequently Asked Questions
What time should I arrive?
We recommend arriving shortly before sunset, our pace is tailored to welcome you with golden-hour desert light, welcome drinks, and a seamless transition into dinner and evening entertainment.
We’ll confirm your ideal arrival time when you book, so you get the most beautiful sunset and comfortable start to your evening.
What should I wear?
Dress in relaxed elegance and comfort for the desert setting:
Light, breathable fabrics – daytime can be warm
Closed-toe shoes – ideal for sand, archery, & dune walks
Light jacket or shawl – evenings can get chilly in winter
Sunglasses and a hat – the desert sun can be bright
Smart casual resort wear fits perfectly with Sonara’s ambiance.
Is alcohol served?
Yes, our Sunset Lounge & Bar offers a curated selection of:
Signature cocktails & premium spirits
International wine list
Sparkling options & champagne
Mocktails, fresh juices & soft drinks
Can you accommodate dietary requirements?
Absolutely our chefs regularly cater to:
Vegetarian & Vegan
Gluten-free / Dairy-free
Halal (all our meat is halal)
Nut-free & other allergies
Just share your dietary needs when booking we will take care of the rest.
Is Sonara Camp suitable for young children?
Yes! Sonara is beautifully family-friendly.
Dedicated kids’ area with games and activities
Safe, monitored environment
Special children’s menu
Infants under 5 years old join us free of charge
Families love the relaxed setting, stargazing, camel rides, and room to play in nature.
What's the difference between Sonara Camp and The Nest?
Sonara Camp is a luxurious desert dining and entertainment experience, think sunset views, live fire shows, fine cuisine, and social atmosphere.
The Nest is your private overnight haven secluded, silent, and deeply serene.
And yes! the best part? You can enjoy both.
Many guests spend the evening at Sonara Camp for sunset, dinner and entertainment, then retreat to their Nest under the stars for a peaceful overnight stay.
Have more questions? Contact our team
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