- Pick-up from your hotel or private residence in Dubai between 3:00 AM – 5:00 AM by a dedicated Conservation Guide in a modern Land Rover Defender 130. (Exact pick-up time shared the evening before your flight, depending on sunrise.)
- Arrive at an enchanting desert take-off site and enjoy a traditional welcome with Arabic coffee and dates.
- Witness the world’s only drone show before your flight as the sky lights up in spectacular fashion.
- Watch in awe as your balloon is inflated with air and fire, slowly taking shape—then prepare to climb aboard.
- Enjoy enhanced comfort and exclusivity with reduced passenger capacity per basket.
- Take in fascinating cultural tales shared by our in-flight storyteller during the flight.
- Fly alongside the world’s fastest animal, with a mesmerizing falcon show in the air.
- Soar over the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve—we are the only operator licensed to fly here—offering unparalleled desert views, including low-level flying for a closer look at the dunes.
- After landing, enjoy a short scenic drive to a private Royal Desert Retreat.
- Indulge in a Michelin-star inspired breakfast featuring elements of Air, Earth, Fire, and Water, served in a tranquil desert oasis. Click here for MENU
- Enjoy a short camel ride around the oasis for a traditional desert perspective.
- Return to Dubai — total experience duration approx. 5 hours.
- Pick-up and drop-off from and to Dubai is included and will be in a shared, air-conditioned vehicle (unless booked otherwise).
- As the desert can get quite warm, we suggest bringing a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and cool, comfortable clothes. For hot air balloon experiences in the winter, we recommend bringing something warm to wear, especially before sunrise.
- Children between the age of 7-11 years will be charged at a child’s rate (children younger than 7 years are not permitted to fly).
- Bathroom facilities are available at the breakfast oasis.
- Our vehicles can accommodate a maximum of six guests.
- This experience is weather-dependent. If the weather is unsuitable, the Pilots reserve the right to decide not to fly. An alternate experience date will be suggested, or a full refund will be given.