Falconry is an integral part of desert life which has been practiced in the UAE for centuries. Originally, falcons were used for hunting, to supplement the Bedouin diet with some meat, such as hare or houbara. Both Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Mohammed have shown great concern and support for this important part of the UAE's cultural heritage.
In the time before the UAE was formed, and before the discovery of oil allowed the development of roads and communication systems, hunting expeditions were also frequently used as a way for the tribal sheikhs to 'tour' their territory and keep in touch with the latest developments in areas which were otherwise incommunicado. The sheikh would hunt during the day, then a desert majlis would be held around the campfire in the evenings, when the Bedouin would come to pay their respects and raise with him any matters of concern.
Falconry is a sport known to Arabian World since ages. Falconry in Dubai is somewhat like a culture that is rooted deep in to the generations. Although the sport has roots in many other countries Including Magnolia China Pakistan & Russia, this sport has only witnesses the admiration in the Arab World specially our country the United Arab Emirates. While in Dubai you can have this unique opportunity to learn about the falconry and also participate in this sport activity.
In the time before the UAE was formed, and before the discovery of oil allowed the development of roads and communication systems, hunting expeditions were also frequently used as a way for the tribal sheikhs to 'tour' their territory and keep in touch with the latest developments in areas which were otherwise incommunicado. The sheikh would hunt during the day, then a desert majlis would be held around the campfire in the evenings, when the Bedouin would come to pay their respects and raise with him any matters of concern.
Nowadays, falconry is practiced purely for sport. The main prey for falcons in the UAE are MacQueen's bustard, houbara, or hare. There is now a very successful captive breeding programme in the UAE for houbara, ensuring that this popular sport does not eliminate this species.
The two main species of falcon kept in the UAE are the saker and the peregrine. The trapping and training of falcons requires skill, patience and a considerable amount of bravery. The potential danger, of course, is part of the attraction, as is the opportunity to have a close-up view of the power, grace and beauty of a falcon in flight.
In his autobiography, 'Arabian Destiny', Edward Henderson gives a fascinating eyewitness account of the old method of acquiring a new falcon (these days they are more commonly bought than captured).
'I have seen a falcon catcher at work, near Dubai. He makes a deep hole in the sand, covered with branches, and in this he hides. String, some hundred yards long, is run out
Dubai Falconry Safari Tours
Falconry is a sport known to Arabian World since ages. Falconry in Dubai is somewhat like a culture that is rooted deep in to the generations. Although the sport has roots in many other countries Including Magnolia China Pakistan & Russia, this sport has only witnesses the admiration in the Arab World specially our country the United Arab Emirates. While in Dubai you can have this unique opportunity to learn about the falconry and also participate in this sport activity.
Pickup from you hotel at sunrise around 5:30 AM drive to the desert your Falconry Expert will be waiting with The falcons a Hawk and an Owls you will be give an in-depth introduction of the sport and techniques used in training and hunting with the falcons. You will experience the flying for 2 & half or 3 hours in the desert.
You will spend time with not only falcons but other birds of prey. There is a purpose built camp housing all our birds of prey, outdoor weathering for the birds, indoor falconry Mews/workshop were we weigh our birds, cope their beaks and trim their talons, work on jesses, books and magazines, hoods and gloves for sale and generally have all necessary equipment that is needed to practice the art of falconry, Outdoor bbq and licensed bar, catering taken care of by Jebel Ali Hotels.
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Nice pictures am also want to visit Dubai Desert Safari? any suggestion about best wweather?
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