Arizona, USA
A deeper sense of the Sonoran Desert
Some places can only truly be understood by experiencing them.
Set at an elevation of 850 metres among the Tortolita Mountains, The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain offers an intimate connection to the Sonoran Desert, easily accessible from the nearby regional airport or Tucson International Airport. Allow days to unfold between canyon trails, restorative rituals at the adults-only spa, 27 holes of Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf, and evenings spent beneath expansive skies.
Discover experiences shaped by the landscape, including expert-guided desert hikes, interactions with local birds of prey and wildlife, stargazing, and Ritz Kids moments that reveal the stories and character of Southern Arizona. At CORE, A Sonoran Grill, the journey continues with cuisine inspired by the cultures and unexpected abundance of the desert.
At The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain, you can unwind at your own pace amid seemingly endless space, enjoying a Forbes Travel Guide five-star, two-Michelin-Key resort while surrounded by the beauty of the desert.
Stand-out Experience:A Private Raptor Rendezvous
Embark on an extraordinary and exclusive encounter with some of the Southwest’s most captivating birds of prey. This private, immersive two-hour experience invites your group to connect with the hotel’s resident feathered ambassadors, which may include a red-tailed hawk, Harris’s hawk, screech owl and aplomado falcon. Guided by a seasoned local raptor specialist, participants will gain insight into each bird’s unique behaviours, natural habitats, and the critical rehabilitation efforts devoted to preserving these remarkable species. Your expert guide weaves together stories of raptor ecology and conservation, answers questions, and facilitates safe, close-range viewing opportunities that highlight the elegance, power and individuality of each bird.
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