Hot Air Balloon Ride Dubai 2026
Fly above Dubai’s endless dunes | Live tour guide | Reserve now & pay later
About the Hot Air Balloon Ride in Dubai
See stunning aerial views you can’t find anywhere else on this Hot Air Balloon Ride Dubai! Fly high above the Dubai desert, sip on traditional coffee and tea, and see a stunning flight falcon show. It’s an authentic Arabian experience you’ll never forget!
Soar over sandy dunes from the comfort of a hot air balloon! While being in the sky at 4,000 feet above ground, you'll be treated to stunning views of the Dubai desert.
The Hot Air Balloon Ride Dubai includes live entertainment: a flight falcon show! You’ll see these gorgeous birds dive, climb, and circle through the air in perfect synchronization. Their grace and elegance will take your breath away.
You’ll also be able to try another mode of transportation: a camel ride. After the hot air balloon ride, you can enjoy a short walk in the desert from a camel’s back - just like Arabians of old!
As you get ready for your Hot Air Balloon Ride Dubai, don’t worry about getting to the tour’s starting point. Your tour guide will come pick you up wherever you’re staying and drop you off later.
If something comes up and you’d rather re-book this tour for another day, don’t worry! Just cancel up to 24 hours in advance, and you’ll receive a full refund. Then, you can easily book for another day.
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I’m kind of scared of hot air balloon rides, but I’m glad my wife convinced me to book this tour! I’ve never seen anything like it - you get up so high and it just feels like you’re looking at an endless, beautiful, sandy ocean. I was completely blown away by how gorgeous the sights were.
Our tour guide Saleem was so professional and friendly! He explained exactly how the hot air balloon worked, answered all our questions, reassured us, and even took our picture in front of the balloon. I knew we were in safe hands with him. Also, the refreshments he offered us (coffee, tea) were delicious - I really appreciated that!
DESCRIPTION
Hot Air Balloon Ride Dubai
- Pickup and drop-off
- 45-60 minute balloon ride (depending on weather conditions)
- Tea/coffee at the take-off location
- In-flight falcon show
- Camel ride (at the camp)
- Horse ride (at the camp)
- Buffet breakfast at a traditional Bedouin camp
- Flight completion e-certificate (on request
- Arabic, English
SOAR ABOVE THE DESERT’S RED DUNE
Your tour guide will first give a short introduction about how the hot air balloon works, and also offer refreshments (coffee, tea, and water). Then enter the balloon, and start flying! You’ll float over the sprawling Dubai desert, staring at breathtaking views of seemingly endless sandy dunes. You should also easily spot the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve and its native wildlife. Look out for the Arabian oryx and desert gazelle!
FLY WITH THE FALCON
While you’re in the sky, there will also be in-flight entertainment: a flight falcon show! The impressive birds will whirl around the hot air balloon as part of their flawless routine, showing off their flying skills. Watch them plunge, climb, and soar through the air, as you admire their incredible acrobatics. You’ll understand why falcons are so popular in Saudi Arabia.
BACK ON THE GROUND, RIDE A CAMEL AND EAT A DELICIOUS BREAKFAST
Once the aerial portion of the tour finishes, you’ll be treated to an Arabic-style buffet breakfast. Expect delicious types of foods- eggs, hummus, vegetables, labneh, and more! After the tasty meal, you’ll try another type of transportation: camel riding! Your tour guide will show you how to mount the animal, and it’ll take you on a short, peaceful walk through the desert.
TRAVEL BACK TO YOUR HOTEL FULL OF MEMORIES
Your guide will drive you back to your hotel as you reflect on the memories you’ve made.
FREE CANCELLATION UP TO 24H IN ADVANCE!
Receive a complete refund if you cancel your booking 24 hours before the selected date!
Do you know when’s the best time to fly a hot air balloon?
Early morning. Hot air balloons need cool air to surround them to take off, and the air is always cool in the morning. Furthermore, the early-morning air is normally the clearest, providing the best visibility. In fact, most hot air balloons aren’t flown at all during the summer months - the air is too hot.
GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- Please be at your pick-up location 5 minutes prior to the specified pick-up time.
- Car transfers occur in groups unless a private transfer is requested.
- Please make sure to pay careful attention to the pilot's instructions.
- When traveling with children, please ensure they remain under parental supervision at all times.
- Please wear comfortable clothes (e.g., warm clothes during winter), as bags are not permitted onboard the balloon.
- It's mandatory for all passengers to submit a copy of their ID (e.g., passport/driver's license/government ID).
Meeting Point
Please wait in the hotel lobby 5 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. Drivers will wait no longer than 5 minutes after the scheduled pickup time.
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