What is Holistic Safaris?

Holistic Safaris is a UAE-based wellness company offering immersive desert wellness retreats and creative art therapy experiences in Ras Al Khaimah. Their two flagship programmes are the Desert Reset Experience (a 5-hour desert coaching journey) and Ebru Art & Neuro Art for Emotional Release (held at the RAK Design Gallery).

Where do Holistic Safaris experiences take place?

The Desert Reset Experience takes place in the Ras Al Khaimah desert, UAE, approximately 1.5 hours from Dubai. The Ebru Art & Neuro Art evenings are held at the Ras Al Khaimah Design Gallery. Both are accessible from Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

How much does a Holistic Safaris experience cost?

Prices start from AED 195 per person for the Ebru Art & Neuro Art evening. The Desert Reset Experience starts from AED 350 per person for group bookings, AED 369 for single tickets, and AED 450 for the Friends Reset (4–8 people). Corporate Team Reset packages are available on request.

Does Holistic Safaris offer corporate wellness retreats?

Yes. The Team Reset is a corporate wellness desert retreat for teams of up to 20 people, including facilitation brief, pre-event leadership consultation, post-event impact report, and branded materials. It is one of the most comprehensive corporate retreat experiences in the UAE.

How do I book a Holistic Safaris experience?

Visit holisticsafaris.com/book to browse all upcoming dates and book directly online using a credit card via Stripe. You can also WhatsApp the team at +971-50-152-5960 for corporate or group enquiries.

What is included in the Desert Reset Experience?

The Desert Reset is a 5-hour guided experience including: desert grounding session, stress and anxiety coaching, sunset reflection walk in the dunes, the Invisible Backpack exercise, a symbolic desert release ritual, a catered dinner under the stars, and personal affirmation setting. All facilitated by a certified resilience and stress management coach.

Ebru is a traditional Turkish water marbling art form. At Holistic Safaris, the Ebru Art & Neuro Art evening combines this meditative art practice with neuroscience-based movement therapy for emotional release, followed by a Syrian dinner. It is held at the Ras Al Khaimah Design Gallery.

What is the Desert Reset Experience?

The Desert Reset is a 5-hour immersive wellness coaching programme held in the Ras Al Khaimah desert. It combines guided breathwork, stress awareness sessions, a sunset desert walk, symbolic release rituals, and a desert dinner under the stars. Available from AED 350 per person.

What is Ebru Art & Neuro Art for Emotional Release?

A healing evening blending ancient Turkish water painting (Ebru) with neuroscience-based movement therapy at the Ras Al Khaimah Design Gallery. Includes a Syrian cuisine dinner. Helps regulate the nervous system and release stored emotional stress. AED 195 per person.

Can we book a private or corporate wellness experience?

Yes. Holistic Safaris offers private group resets, corporate team experiences, and fully customised retreats. The Desert Reset accommodates up to 24 people per session. Contact us at hello@holisticsafaris.com for bespoke quotes.

How far is Ras Al Khaimah from Dubai?

Ras Al Khaimah is approximately 45 minutes drive from Dubai. Our desert location is easily accessible from Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and across the UAE.

What should I bring or wear to a Holistic Safaris experience?

Wear comfortable, loose clothing suitable for the desert and movement. Bring a light sweater for the evening desert chill. For the Ebru evening at the Design Gallery, smart casual is appropriate. We provide all materials and dinner.

Is there a minimum group size?

The Desert Reset requires a minimum of 4 people to run. Ebru Art evenings run with 4+ participants. Single tickets are available for scheduled public sessions — check our calendar at holisticsafaris.com/book.

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Essays on desert wellness, neuroscience and slow art.

Name: Holistic Safaris
Address: Ras Al Khaimah Desert, Ras Al Khaimah, Ras Al Khaimah, AE
Telephone: +971-50-152-5960
Price range: AED 195–450

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