1605h (DXB TIME) The entrance of the reserve.

Our ride through the desert conservation reserve. Did not go for sand dune bashing as it damages the environment.

Putting on the Emirati head-dress.

Trying to look serious.

Ran out of the black color one for ladies so our guide Erick did one for the Mrs with a flower at the side.

Oil Sheik?

New look for the queen.

Young oil sheik.

Posing with the vintage land rovers, running since 1950s.

Making our way through the desert conversation reserve.

1640h (DXB TIME) The tour company uses drone to take photos, video for the customers. At a charge of course...but nice touch.

Checking out the soft, smooth sand.

Takes some effort to climb up the sand dune.

Aiken with his dramatic pose for his instagram.

Vast plains of the desert.

Monkey around.

Tour agency photographer with our same shot, different angle.

Making our way back to the rovers. Next stop, the falcon show.