Desert
Couples
Adventure and activity
In a private desert nature reserve in Ras Al Khaimah, The Ritz-Carlton Al Wadi Desert is a resort of 109 tented pool villas, with several restaurants, a hydrothermal spa, an equestrian centre and desert activities.
The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert sits within Wadi Khadeja, a gated private nature reserve of more than a thousand acres in the Ras Al Khaimah desert, around eighty kilometres from Dubai. It is an all-villa resort of 109 tented pool villas, each with a terrace and private pool set among the dunes, with Bedouin-inspired design and modern comfort. Dining ranges from the Japanese izakaya Zuma and the farm-to-table Farmhouse by Syrco to the international Kaheela and bespoke Destination Dining under the stars. The spa centres on a hydrothermal Rainforest experience and a vitality pool, and the reserve is built for desert life, with an equestrian centre, falconry, archery, nature drives and stargazing. Guests can also use the sister resort’s beach. It suits couples and families who want a dramatic, private desert escape with strong dining and plenty to do.
Dining ranges from refined to relaxed. Zuma brings Japanese izakaya cooking with sushi and a robata grill, while Farmhouse by Syrco focuses on local, responsibly sourced ingredients, and Kaheela serves international and regional dishes.
Destination Dining sets up a bespoke desert barbecue under the stars, with the Paddock Cafe at the equestrian centre and the Oasis Pool Bar for relaxed days.
• 109 tented pool villas, each with a terrace and private pool among the dunes.
• A spa with a hydrothermal Rainforest experience and a vitality pool.
• An equestrian centre, with horse and camel rides and a sunset caravan.
• Falconry, archery, nature drives and stargazing in the reserve.
• A Ritz Kids programme, with complimentary access to the sister resort’s beach.
• An all-villa resort of 109 tented pool villas in a private desert reserve.
• Dining from Japanese izakaya Zuma to farm-to-table Farmhouse by Syrco.
• A spa with a hydrothermal Rainforest experience.
• An equestrian centre, falconry, archery and stargazing.
• Complimentary access to the sister resort’s beach, good for families.
This suits you if you want a dramatic, private desert escape with plenty to do. Ride out from the equestrian centre, try falconry or archery, return for the hydrothermal spa, and dine from Japanese at Zuma to a desert barbecue under the stars. There is a kids’ programme, and you can use the sister resort’s beach. Best for couples and families who want the desert with strong dining and activities.
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