Dubai Desert By Hot Air Balloon With Falcon Show and Camel
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Dubai Desert By Hot Air Balloon With Falcon Show and Camel

Duration
5 h
Rating
★ 4.8 · 6 reviews
Price
from €279
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This Dubai experience combines the thrill of a hot air balloon flight with the rich traditions of the Arabian desert. Ideal for early risers and adventure seekers, this tour begins with pickup from your accommodation in Dubai, allowing you to escape the city’s bustle for the tranquil beauty of the desert at dawn. Leaving the urban landscape behind, you’ll head out to the launch site where the morning’s adventure awaits.

Upon arrival at the desert, you’ll be welcomed by your pilot and fellow travelers. The crew prepares the balloon while guests have a chance to take ground photos with the pilot and the balloon, capturing the anticipation before takeoff. There’s a sense of excitement in the air as everyone gathers, and the desert’s vast expanse takes on gentle hues in the early light. Once briefed by the pilot, the group boards the hot air balloon, ready to ascend into the dawn sky.

As the balloon lifts off, you’ll watch Dubai’s desert unfold beneath you. The flight offers sweeping views of endless dunes and the remarkable transformation of the landscape as the sun rises on the horizon. The highlight comes when a falconer stages a unique falcon show from the sky—an extraordinary display of traditional Arabian falconry performed while floating high above the sands. The interplay between the bird and the balloon creates a spectacle unlike any other, blending ancient customs with modern adventure.

After the flight, the balloon gently returns to earth. Back on solid ground, you’ll receive a commemorative flying certificate signed by the pilot—a keepsake of your journey over the desert. The morning concludes with an Arabian-style breakfast, where you can sample classic local dishes and reflect on the adventure with your group. Once breakfast is finished, you’ll be transported back to your hotel in Dubai, bringing the experience full circle from city to desert and back again.

Your booking covers all essentials for the morning: round-trip transfers between Dubai hotels and the desert launch site, the hot air balloon ride, a falcon show performed from above, and a traditional breakfast. A flying certificate from the pilot is also included. Only extras not specified in the itinerary are excluded, so you can enjoy the core experience without hidden costs.

The Dubai desert offers a unique setting for this adventure, with its rolling dunes, quiet oases, and the serene atmosphere that comes with sunrise. This landscape is a hallmark of the region and provides a striking backdrop for both the balloon flight and the falcon display. It’s a chance to see the classic beauty of the Arabian desert from the air, with the soft morning light enhancing every view.

This is a shared group tour, accommodating up to ten travelers per flight, making it a sociable yet personal way to experience the desert. Pickup is available from any hotel in Dubai, and the tour is accessible to all fitness levels—wheelchair users are welcome, and infants can join with specialized seats or in a stroller. Guides are available in English, German, Italian, French, and Spanish. For comfort, bring light layers for the cool desert morning, and a camera to capture the scenery. The experience is well suited to families, couples, and anyone curious about Dubai’s landscapes and traditions.

What's included

  • Flying experience certificate signed by the Pilot
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • 40 – 70 Minutes Balloon Ride depending on weather and ATC Permission
  • All Taxes And Service Charge
  • Falcon Show With Camel
  • Breakfast
  • Any Extras not mentioned in the itinerary.

Meeting & pickup

  • Pickup included for all travellers
  • Shared tour, up to 10 travellers
  • Guide languages: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Know before you go

  • we pickup all travelers from any hotel in Dubai
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Wheelchair accessible