A desert getaway is much more than just an opportunity to escape from hectic modern lifestyles. It’s an adventure where you’ll explore stunning new landscapes, enjoy thrilling adventures and learn about ancient histories.
We offer tailor made desert holidays to some of the world's most spectacular locations. From the world’s oldest desert in Namibia, to the expansive red centre in Northern Australia, our luxury travel specialists have experience of desert breaks from multiple different destinations and will be able to help you build the perfect desert getaway experience.
Those who enjoy history will love the Namib desert in Namibia, where the &Beyond Soussusvlei Desert Lodge resort offers walking tours which provide fascinating insights into the history of the planet’s oldest desert. There are educational opportunities for children here too, with the resort's children’s activity programme including traditional African tribe stories about the night sky and opportunities to partake in crafty, rock painting sessions which provide further insights into the ancient culture.
There are similar opportunities to learn about historic cultures on a desert holiday to the Red Centre in Northern Australia, which is home to Uluru - a huge rock monolith which happens to be a sacred Aboriginal site. The Sails in the Desert resort here offers over 100 unique tours and experiences which includes Aboriginal storytelling and workshops where you will learn about the traditional hunting weapons that were used by the local people.
If you would prefer to adopt ancient practices in the pursuit of relaxation, then you may prefer to stay in the Inara Camp in Morocco’s Agafay Desert. The resort's on-site spa utilises traditional Moroccan wellness practices to spectacular effect, leaving guests feeling completely refreshed and rejuvenated. This spa alone helps the resort attract elite holiday makers from around the world without taking into consideration the incredible desert landscape surrounding the resort, which can be explored by horse, camel or on a quad bike, all with an experienced tour guide.
There are similar adventures on offer in Abu Dhabi’s Liwa Desert when you stay at Anantara Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort. This is the largest uninterrupted sand desert in the world, and there are thrilling 4x4 desert safaris to be enjoyed here which are sure to appeal to adrenaline junkies.
You’ll find similar experiences on offer at the Desert Nights Camp in Oman, where you can take on the breathtaking expanse of golden dunes in a 4x4 buggy or quad bike. Alternatively, you can enjoy a slightly more sedate tour of the desert on a camel safari. This includes guided tours of the ancient Mantrib Fort which is said to have been built in the 13th century.
There are historic natural wonders to be explored in the Utah desert too where you’ll find the remarkable Grand Canyon. The best base from which to explore this region is unquestionably the famous Amangiri resort which has set new standards for luxury and adventure in the region with its incredible spa experiences and the guided tours which are available of the surrounding desert. This includes the opportunity to explore the Tibbet Spring Bone Bed Quarry, one of the world’s richest paleontology sites which is rich in dinosaur fossils.
This is just a sample of the kind of desert holidays that await you when you book with Elegant Resorts. Our luxury travel specialists can work with you to create a tailor made desert break which takes full account of your wants and needs. Whether you want thrilling quad bike adventures with the rest of the family, or a romantic meal in the middle of dessert with your loved one, we can help to arrange the perfect desert holiday experience.