Habitas AlUla is an official partner of Richard Mille AlUla Desert Polo. Habitas, the sustainable, experience-led hospitality brand has opened its latest “home” in the AlUla region. Launched November, 2021, Habitas AlUla rests within an ancient oasis in the desert canyons of the Ashar Valley, surrounded by sandstone cliffs and palm groves.
The game-changing match, organised by the Royal Commission for AlUla, in partnership with the Saudi Polo Federation, is a new concept in the sport, placing the spectator at the heart of the action. Now in its second edition Richard Mille AlUla Desert Polo is a key component of the Royal Commission for AlUla’s equestrian commitment to reinforce Saudi Arabia’s long-held historic ties to horsemanship heritage, culture and the arts. As interest in equine events in the Kingdom grows, the aim is to make AlUla a world-class hub for equestrian experiences.
The event is the first official polo tournament to take place under the newly formed Saudi Polo Federation, with the unspoiled beauty of AlUla providing a unique, breath-taking natural stage for the event. Those taking part will follow in the footsteps of ancient tribes who tamed wild horses in order to travel vast distances in the spirit of exploration, trade and curiosity.
Richard Mille AlUla Desert Polo spotlights the unexplored insight into over 2,000 years of human history at the site, encourages sustainable tourism to the region and provides a platform for arts and culture. Richard Mille AlUla Desert Polo is one of the highlights of the Winter at Tantora festival. The first winter festival in the Kingdom runs from 21 December until 12 February and features a curated programme of international music, equestrian and gastronomy.
Find out more information about the events and purchase tickets at www.experiencealula.com.