The True Oasis Among the Great Unforgiving Desert; Al Maha Resort , Dubai
By Chinthaka Dilanjan
- 13 Min Read
The true meaning of an oasis is a luxury resort amidst the great and unforgiving desert. Feel the wrath of the mighty sun and the soothing calmness of modern comfort, whenever you feel like it; just under the roof of this desert beauty. Beneath the iconic sand dunes, there lies the magnificent structure of the Al Maha Resort.
Quite a Ride. But Believe me, it’s worth the trouble
This beautiful resort is well placed among the lush palm vegetation, 66 kilometers away from the Dubai City Centre. There is literary nothing around the premises and it’s a guest-only place. The closest non-Al Maha structure is the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve Offices. In fact, the road itself is called the Al Maha resort Road. Surrounded by Al Maha Camp, Timeless Spa, Al Maha International Board Room and Al Maha Archery field, the word “Al Maha” goes all the way. We are not sure, but the fauna around the area might also have the Al Maha prefix.
The True Escape Away From Everyone
The gigantic atmosphere is at the centre of the 225 square kilometres of Dubai’s unspoilt Desert, which makes up close to 5% of its total land area. So, don’t worry if you see no human presence, as this is truly the escape from modern busyness into the wildness, or rather the desertness. That being said, there is nothing you cannot imagine if you visit there. Everything is made possible, starting from horse rides and natural experience with the ending tone of Camel trek. That’s why it is popularly known as the true OASIS. The activities also include a dip into the infinity pool, Al Maha Bedouin Package featuring the 4×4 vehicle exploring the vast and massive desert and its flora and fauna.
Well You Have a Whole Desert to Stay In, If You Don’t Like These Lush Accommodation.
The tranquillity of the posh space is rather commendable for the sole travellers as well as the family occupants. The structure offers eye pleasing views of the sand culture and Oman’s Hajar Mountain massif. The 42 suites are mostly equipped with private pools and historical antiques. Suites include Bedouin Suite, Royal Suite, Emirates Suite as well as the Presidential kind. They also have redefined the meaning of love with their exclusive Desert Romance packages. If you have ever witnessed one, you will be addicted to this kind of romantic experience rather than the normal candle light dinners we can have anywhere in the globe.
Yoga and Pilates All The Way
The spa will take you to another dimension of comfort with their secluded suite with the private swimming pool with cool waters. The holistic treatments include yoga, Pilates and also the secret aromatherapy traditions hailed from the deep plateaus of the hidden Middle East region.
The Food For Thought; The Literal Meaning :D
The all-in desert experience is tuned to its true melody by the fine dine restaurant named Al Diwaan and the cocktail and beverages bar at Hajar Terrace. Both places are equipped with telescopes to observe the night sky if you have the flair to it. The food is exquisite and gastronomical, which is not second to the breath-taking view. The dining does not end there, yet completed by their deck dining at their overlooking deck, dune dining sitting on the comfy Persian carpets and under the starry sky, the floating breakfast and dinner at the private pools, and also not to mention the commendable in-suite dining.