Welcome to The magic of Sonara Camp
Sonara is home to a unique restaurant in the heart of the Arabian Desert. Our authentic camp is eco-friendly and sustainable with a core belief in sourcing ethical products and material. We use solar energy and have a zero-waste policy. With activities and entertainment for every age, get ready for an unforgettable journey to the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve.
Choose your Experience
The Entertainment
We design every evening at Sonara to be unique and love to add elements of surprise to your experience. Just relax and let us entertain you.
The Culinary Journey
Our award winning resident chef has created a fusion Mediterranean menu using fresh, locally sourced ingredients and innovative cooking methods. A unique and sophisticated 3 course sharing menu.
Sides
Grilled vegetables
Perfectly grilled zucchini, eggplant, pepper and cauliflower seasoned with tangy chimichurri sauce
Vegetable primavera risotto
Creamy rice dish made with edamame, peas, asparagus, parmesan cheese and pesto
Potato and gherkins salad
Tangy potato salad made with chopped pickles, red onion, fresh dill & creamy dijon mustard dressing
Desserts
Hazelnut dacquoise
Chocolate crémeux with mascarpone chantilly & raspberries sorbet
Assorted mignardises
Served with seasonal fresh fruits
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
Starters
Gazpacho with papad toast
Cold tomato & cucumber soup topped with Indian sourdough crackers
Tropical coconut salad
Carrot, cucumber, tomato, coconut milk and fresh herbs with vegetable escabeche
Pink hummus
Colourful and flavourful dip made with tahini, chickpeas, olive oil, beetroot and lemon juice
Baba ghanoush
Bell pepper & smoked aubergine dip with sumac crusted crouton
Caesar salad
Baby sucrine lettuce topped with parmesan, capers,
charcoal brioche croutons and yogurt dressing
Bell pepper & feta salad
Bell peppers with Taiglaches olives, pickled onion, oregano, feta cheese, balsamic glaze and pine seeds
Main Course
Lemon Artichoke tajine
Artichoke, baby potato, onion, olive, and lemon comfit tajine topped
with coriander and parsley
Chargrilled vegetables
Perfectly grilled zucchini, eggplant, pepper and cauliflower
seasoned with tangy chimichurri sauce
Sides
Vegetable primavera risotto
Creamy rice dish made with edamame, peas, asparagus, parmesan cheese and pesto
Potato and gherkins salad
Tangy potato salad made with chopped pickles, red onion,
fresh dill & creamy Dijon mustard dressing
Desserts
Hazelnut dacquoise
Chocolate crémeux with mascarpone chantilly & raspberries sorbet
Assorted mignardises
Served with seasonal fresh fruits
Starters
Tomato gazpacho with guac papad toast
Pink hummus
Baba ghanoush
Bell pepper & cashew cheese
Main Course
Lemon artichoke tajine
BBQ chargrilled vegetables
Primavera vegetable risotto
Charmoula potato and gherkin salad
Dessert
Almond coconut chia pudding infused with orange
blossom topped with seasonal fruit
Kids
Enjoy your evening while the kids are entertained at Sonara. They can participate in volleyball, soft archery and watch a movie under the stars.
Kids Menu
Mains
Desserts
Arriving at the Camp
Drive yourself to the DDCR gate
The gate is located off the Al Margham exit, Al Ain Road. Turn
left over the bridge, drive for 5 minutes and the signed
entrance to the DDCR is located on the right.
You will be met by our team at your pre-reserved time.
Private chauffeur service from the city to the gate of the desert
Choose our private chauffeur service to pick you up from your home or Hotel to take you to the gate at an additional cost.
The driver will be available all evening and will drive you back home or Hotel.
Shuttling service
When making your booking online select your choice of shuttle from the gate of the DDCR to the camp
A soft desert dune drive by Landcruiser (10 minutes, complimentary)
Or a camel ride (25 minutes, 2 guests per camel, additional charge).
For More Adventure
Choose exciting experiences to add more magic to your journey: Dune Bashing, Dune Buggy, Horse Riding, Nature walk, Camel Ride (refer to the prices in the booking form)
Explore Sonara
