Hot Air Balloon Dubai

Hot Air Balloon Dubai Packages

Prices range from AED 999 for a child ticket on the Standard Flight to AED 20,500 for a fully private 15–20 guest balloon. Every balloon package includes the 45–60 minute sunrise flight and free hotel pickup across Dubai — the difference between packages is what happens on the ground afterward: breakfast, falconry, a camel ride, dune bashing, or an overnight desert stay.

Standard Flight — Hot Air Balloon Dubai
Best ValueSunrise · 45–60 min

Standard Flight

Sunrise flight, hotel pickup, unlimited drinks and your flight certificate

From

AED 1,049 /person

Child (5–11) AED 999

  • Free pickup from your accommodation only Dubai
  • Hot air balloon flight 45 min – 60 min (depends on weather conditions)
  • Unlimited drinks, coffee & water
  • Drop off
  • Flight E-certificate
Deluxe Flight — Hot Air Balloon Dubai
Most PopularSunrise · 45–60 min

Deluxe Flight

Everything in Standard, plus a Bedouin camp breakfast, camel ride and falconry

From

AED 1,149 /person

Child (5–11) AED 1,049

  • Free pickup from your accommodation anywhere in Dubai
  • Hot air balloon flight 45 min – 60 min (depends on weather conditions)
  • Unlimited drinks, coffee & water
  • Gourmet breakfast in our camp
  • Camel ride
Premium Flight — Hot Air Balloon Dubai
4x4 dune bashing cresting a sand dune in the morning light
Quad bike rider on a desert ridge in golden morning light
All-InclusiveSunrise · 45–60 min

Premium Flight

Balloon flight, breakfast, falconry and camel ride, plus dune bashing and quad biking

From

AED 1,399 /person

Child (5–11) AED 1,199

  • Free pickup from your accommodation, Dubai City
  • Hot air balloon flight 45 min – 60 min (depends on weather conditions)
  • Unlimited drinks, coffee & water
  • Gourmet breakfast in our camp
  • Camel ride
Heritage Balloon Flight — Hot Air Balloon Dubai
À la carte breakfast plated at a Bedouin heritage camp table
Arabian oryx pair on a dune crest in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve at dawn
LuxurySunrise · 45–60 min

Heritage Balloon Flight

Vintage Land Rover safari inside the DDCR and an à la carte breakfast at a Bedouin heritage camp

From

AED 1,850 /person

Child (5–11) AED 1,435

  • Pick up & drop off (sharing basis) from any hotel, residence or location within Dubai City
  • 40–60 minutes balloon ride depending on weather conditions
  • Tea / coffee at the takeoff location
  • In-flight falcon show
  • Vintage Land Rover safari inside the DDCR
Overnight Balloon Flight — Hot Air Balloon Dubai
Live Bedouin music performance by lantern light at a desert camp
Hot air balloon inflating at dawn beside a row of camp tents
2-Day2-Day

Overnight Balloon Flight

A two-day desert stay inside the DDCR — camp overnight, fire shows, live music, then fly at dawn

From

AED 2,530 /person

Child (5–11) AED 2,320

  • Pick up & drop off (sharing basis) from any hotel, residence or location within Dubai City
  • Vintage Land Rover safari
  • Overnight stay in a Bedouin heritage camp inside the DDCR
  • On-ground falcon show
  • Live Bedouin music
Private Balloon Flight — Hot Air Balloon Dubai
ExclusiveSunrise · 45–60 min

Private Balloon Flight

Your own basket — just your group, a private buffet breakfast, and an edited flight video

From

AED 12,500 /flight

  • 45–60 minutes balloon ride depending on weather and wind direction (sunrise tour)
  • Private pickup & drop-off from hotels or residences in Dubai
  • Private buffet breakfast setup post-landing
  • Picture with the falcon
  • Camel ride
Dune Buggy Excursion — Hot Air Balloon Dubai
AdrenalineSunrise · 45–60 min

Dune Buggy Excursion

Self-drive dune buggies on the Dubai dunes — Polaris RZR and Can-Am X3, 30 minutes to 2 hours

From

AED 1,200 /buggy

  • Choice of Polaris RZR 1000CC or Can-Am Maverick X3 (2 or 4 seater)
  • 30 min, 1 hour or 2 hour ride durations
  • Guided desert route

Optional add-ons

Edited Flight Video

Sent over email per booking.

AED 200

Birthday Banner Display

Celebrate a birthday for your loved ones — banner flown on the balloon.

AED 700

Paramotor Banner

Propose or celebrate a special day — a paramotor flies a banner round the balloon ("Will you marry me?" / "Happy Birthday" / "Happy Anniversary").

AED 2,500

Pickup & Transfers

  • Sharing pickup is free with all hot air balloon packages.
  • Private transfer is available for AED 700 per car (family bookings of 4–5 people).
  • Prefer to make your own way? We'll share the exact meeting location by WhatsApp or email.
  • You'll be told your exact pickup time the evening before, by 8 PM.
  • The Dune Buggy Excursion requires private pickup and drop-off only — sharing isn't available for this activity.

What Guests Say

EXCELLENT

Based on 1,052 reviews

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Tina L

7 months ago

Wonderful experience, Highly recommend

The hot air balloon ride was very peaceful and our pilot was very good to ensure he navigated the balloon so everyone could see the sunrise. The falcon experience was very cool and we were all able to pet the falcon and have him sit on our arm.

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AmyRuva

8 months ago

A surreal, unforgettable hot air balloon experience!

Breakfast was an absolute feast fit for royalty — generous portions of smoked salmon, soft scrambled eggs, assorted pastries, sausages, pancakes, a fresh fruit platter, Greek salad, wraps, yoghurt, custard, plus endless coffee and tea. We honestly couldn't finish it!

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Sahil Khan

7 months ago

Too good to be expressed

I planned my marriage proposal in a hot air balloon, and everything was executed perfectly beyond expectations. From the smooth takeoff to the breathtaking views, it felt magical from start to finish. A huge thank you to Leo — super professional, calm, and genuinely caring.

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Ben F

6 months ago

Great team at Hot Air Balloon UAE

We had a combined tour with a night in the desert and the hot air balloon in the morning. Unfortunately, the weather didn't allow us to depart in the balloon that morning but we were able to get a refund, and the staff was helpful to find a solution. We'll be back for sure!

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Elizaveta M

8 months ago

Best experience in Dubai!

A very well organized tour with experienced captain, well-trained falcon and amazing views; would absolutely recommend to anyone going to Dubai! Great value for the price that includes adventurous dune bashing with a great driver, camel and horse rides, hot and diverse breakfast, and fantastic quad bike ride!

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Lili

7 months ago

Great hot air balloon tour with very nice staff

Most amazing experience! Our captain Mohammed was explaining a lot of interesting things and the falconer, Amine, was super nice and showing us a lot of nice things. I highly recommend this experience!

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Naveen r

7 months ago

Unforgettable Hot Air Balloon Experience

This hot air balloon tour was absolutely amazing from start to finish. The views at sunrise were breathtaking and the entire experience felt very safe, smooth, and well organized. A special mention to Leo, who did an excellent job throughout the tour.

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Natascha S

8 months ago

Perfect unforgettable experience!

We had an outstanding experience watching the sunrise from the balloon! We booked the trip from Germany and Leo was always reachable. We were picked up at the hotel by Ali, who was a warm and humorous guide who accompanied us throughout the day.

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Martina Č

6 months ago

Sunrise over Dubaj

An amazing experience in the clouds — transportation from the hotel, morning briefing, everything went perfectly. Thank you also to Mr. Leo! Greetings from the Czech Republic.

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Paulo B

8 months ago

Sonho

Amazing hot air balloon ride with my wife, an unforgettable experience. Huge thanks to Leo for the great support.

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Rich T

6 months ago

A Valentines adventure with my wife

Fantastic experience from pick up at Apt, the balloon ride was great and the return to apt. Leo was terrific!

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Zidhina R

9 months ago

Amazing

From the very beginning, the experience was exceptional. The pick-up was right on time, comfortable, and extremely well-managed. Floating quietly over the desert as the sun rose was a magical moment, and the falcon experience added a unique and thrilling highlight to the trip.

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mike l

10 months ago

Sunrise Balloon Trip

Great time from start to finish. A quick coffee while we waited for the other passengers was followed by a safety brief. Being next to the falcon handler gave us the best view for the falcon show.

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Wanda C

10 months ago

Desert magic!

Amazing time! The balloon ride, falcon, seeing camels, breakfast, dune bashing, and riding our own ATV was such an extensive experience. Absolutely recommend!

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Kenneth E

10 months ago

Beautiful balloon tour

My wife and our friends enjoyed a wonderful hot air balloon ride. It was our first experience. Captain Ramy was very professional and knowledgeable. He made us feel safe and we enjoyed ourselves very much.

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Shanaya.B

1 year ago

Definitely need to try even if you are scared of heights

It was an amazing experience. The falcon show was fantastic and the views, oh my god, couldn’t get enough of it. We had the sunrise on point.

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Jane O’Sullivan

1 year ago

Amazing experience! Highly highly recommend

The Hot Air Balloon was awesome and you get a buffet breakfast which is delicious! The falcon show is amazing, you get to hold and touch the falcon. We traveled with kids 9 and 7 years old and recommend for families!

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Alex T

1 year ago

My amazing 40th birthday flight - wow

From being collected from the hotel at 04:30 am we soon arrived at the drop zone where we were greeted by our balloon pilot Ramy who was an absolute legend. We were so lucky to have a cloud inversion and once we broke through, the sunrise over the Oman mountain range was incredible.

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Manni Singh

1 year ago

Best Hot Air Balloon in Dubai

This was the second Hot Air Balloon I’ve done in Dubai but the first with this company and it was better than the first company I booked. On the Hot Air Balloon we were treated to a Falcon Show Mid-Air, never seen this before and was a real treat to behold.

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heikekiram

1 year ago

Balloon in the sunrise

Super ride to sunrise, perfect timing with hotel pickup. Very well organized. A beautiful view of the desert with free-running camels and gazelles.

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Chiara F

1 year ago

Dream at dawn in a hot air balloon

You arrive in the desert just before dawn, a brief explanation of how the flight will go and then as the balloon takes shape everyone is friendly in giving information. Once on board there was also a falconer with his faithful friend. It was wonderful, extraordinary, amazing.

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Giovanni Furii

1 year ago

Unique and unforgettable experience

Unique and unforgettable experience to try absolutely. Good breakfast with a respectable buffet. Great service with dedicated taxi to and from. Unique falcon experience especially for my 9 year old son.

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Youla T

1 year ago

Bucket list check off!

This was on my bucket list! It exceeded my expectations! All involved were courteous, and very accomodating! The breakfast was very tasty and included a variety of choices! The views were stunning!

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Mike H

1 year ago

Absolutely splendid experience...don’t miss it!

What an amazing time we had! The balloon crew was awesome, and the falconer and his Peregrine were wonderful. It was the highlight of our four-week trip in Paris, Athens, and the UAE.

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Joie L

1 year ago

Review

Amazing experience! All staff members were extremely kind and the experience was wonderful! Highly highly recommend if ever in Dubai — once-in-a-lifetime experience for sure.

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Rolf F

1 year ago

A dreamlike sunrise at lofty altitude

An outstanding experience. Everything was perfectly organized. The crew in the balloon was just awesome. Super nice, took great photos of us and for us, as well as two or three free videos with our own phones.

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Alicee_222

1 year ago

A must in Dubai

Incredible experience. I highly recommend it! Pick up was very smooth and all information was given before getting onto the hot air balloon. Couldn’t fault it at all!

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Gracen A

1 year ago

5 star flight

Amazing experience and great customer service! Would absolutely recommend anyone fly with Leo. My wife and I had a great time and all the staff are extremely nice and helpful.

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Alan B

1 year ago

An Amazing experience in the Desert

We got picked up shortly after 4am from our hotel by our driver and taken to the launch site in the desert. Our Captain Mohammed was brilliant and explained everything as we went along. We had an amazing view of sunrise, wild animals, and other balloons which took off at the same time.

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Camilla Z

1 year ago

Hot air ballon and falcon experience

Absolutely spectacular experience and amazing staff. Highly recommend it. And watching/holding the falcon I will never ever forget.

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Kristille mae A

1 year ago

Let the fun BEGIN!

It was our first time riding a hot air balloon together and it was such an amazing experience. Food was amazing! Camel ride experience was my first time to do it as well, it was great! Dune bashing experience felt like a roller coaster ride.

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Charlotte L

1 year ago

Fantastic trip!

Fantastic trip. Really well organised from start to finish. Communication was very thorough and the whole trip was really well organised. Would definitely go again.

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Jitse V

1 year ago

Speechless!

Magic one morning. Wonderful experience at sunrise. Friendly crew, nice and adequate breakfast. Punctual pickup, smooth communication via whatsapp.

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Claude A

2 years ago

A fantastic experience, to do at least once in your life!

Our friendly guide Leo picked us up with his 4x4 from the hotel at 4am. The hot air balloon experience is fantastic — the feeling of floating silently in the air is unique. On board there was a falconer who flew his falcon around the balloon, which we were even able to caress.

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Camilla K

2 years ago

Awesome feelings!

First of all timing was exact, from pick up till drop off! Very polite crew! View was amazing! And of course Falcon! Enjoyed every moment! 1 hour passed like 15min… great experience.

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Gauri

2 years ago

A wonderful way to experience the desert

Amazing and worthwhile to do a hot air balloon at sunrise! Our pilot and all the balloon crew were fantastic! The falcon show was fascinating too! Plenty of delicious breakfast was provided afterwards.

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Arpit A

2 years ago

Amazing hot air balloon experience

Our hot air balloon experience was very smooth and amazing. Apart from that, we also took breakfast, dune bash, quad bike and camel ride. Everything was great.

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Suji

2 years ago

AMAZING EXPERIENCE

The hot air balloon ride was amazing and definitely unforgettable. Our pilot Ramy Ahmed was awesome and the Falcon expert Mohamed Ameen was amazing! 10/10 would recommend.

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leila h

2 years ago

One of the best experiences I ever had

It was by far one of the best experiences I ever had. I will cherish this memory forever. The whole experience was top notch, extremely high quality service. All the staff was very kind, professional and with very good vibes.

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Amit D

2 years ago

Great experience

The driver arrived promptly at the pick up time. The pilot compensated by turning directions of the balloon so everyone got a chance to see the sunrise. The ATV, Camel Ride and Sand Dune bashing were good too!

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Robert L

2 years ago

Amazing hot air balloon experience

We had a really great time! The staff, hot air balloon experience and food was all amazing. But the highlight was meeting Tesla the falcon! Would highly recommend!

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Reece F

2 years ago

Fantastic time

What a fantastic trip, would definitely recommend it. Very friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast was so delicious.

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Elena R

2 years ago

Amazing emotions

I gifted my boyfriend incredible emotions for his birthday. The flight was fantastic, enjoying the sunrise and meeting a falcon. Afterward we had breakfast, then one lap on a horse and camel, then quad biking.

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ambika s

2 years ago

Beautiful view for the sky

It was an early start, but really worth it — the balloon flight I wanted to experience for so long. Seeing the sunrise was a beautiful view.

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Zuwaina B

2 years ago

Sunrise with Dubai Hot air balloon

I enjoyed watching the sunrise moments. It’s a beautiful experience and I would recommend for everyone to try this activity.

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Manuel M

2 years ago

AMAZING

Amazing experience, highly recommend and our guide Leo was superb. The views are to die for but I do recomend to bring a jacket, it can get chilly at that time.

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Екатерина М

2 years ago

Great service and incredible hot air balloon ride

The company organized everything perfectly, was always in touch, sent all instructions in advance, and was very attentive and caring. Our hot air balloon flight was as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.

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ludwig c

2 years ago

Top

It was our first ride in a hot air balloon. We absolutely loved it. Seeing the sun rise over the desert was absolutely beautiful. It was really well organised too.

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Xavier G

2 years ago

Hot Air Balloon ride to Remember!

Just had the most magical hot air balloon ride in Dubai arranged by Ms. Pinal Chauhan! Her attention to detail and warm hospitality made the experience truly outstanding.

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MichelleBackhouse

2 years ago

A great start to the day!

A great morning out! Fun, exciting and beautiful. Very professional, great staff! Would defo recommend. Memories made!

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Ali Talib T

2 years ago

Excellent experience with amazing view

Everything was well organized & prepared & on time. The location was very good & the instructions & the details were clear.

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Michele Y

2 years ago

Hot air balloon

The team is incredible — amazing experience, everyone is excellent, highly recommend. There are so many things to do.

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Nequa D

2 years ago

Great experience

One of the best excursions I had been on. I wish it was 10 stars that I could put because it was definitely that, thank you and I will be back soon.

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Dids78

2 years ago

Magical experience

Fabulous experience, from the pick up from our hotel (at 4am) in a private 4x4, to the flight itself, and safe return to the hotel a few hours later. Perfectly organised and delivered. We loved every minute of it.

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hka

2 years ago

Recommended

The trip was nice, the pilot Mohamed was experienced and welcoming. Jamal the driver was also great.

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Super W

2 years ago

Sunrise from Hot balloon

Great experience. Starts a bit cold but once the flames are on and after the sunrise from air it will make it an unforgettable flight.

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Farah A

2 years ago

AMAZING MEMORIES GUARANTEED

We went to create a splendid birthday memory and the flight was magical! Service was great too. Highly recommend!

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SHIVANI M

2 years ago

Hot air balloon ride

Best experience ever. Great pilot and his team. They are very helpful and the experience was Amazing.

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robertmerry31

2 years ago

Great Hot air balloon ride

Fantastic trip, perfect weather to see the sunrise! Well organized, polite, friendly & helpful staff. Very safe flight, Mohamed the Captain explained everything very clearly throughout. One of the better trips I’ve experienced in Dubai over the last 20yrs.

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bharathreddy k

3 years ago

Hot air balloon

Fabulous experience! Awesome staff. Captain was fantastic. Very much worthful. Can’t wait to fly again.

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Venkatesh B

3 years ago

Magic at 4000ft above sea level

Me along with my wife, had an incredible experience. The whole process was smooth and well organized. The view of sunrise was breathtaking. Every staff was friendly and made it easier for us.

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happy family

3 years ago

Too incredible

This fabulous experience with Pinal Chauhan will stay in our memories! So great, so beautiful. All people so kind and services more than imagined — we hope to have the luck to do it again with them.

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Mark B

3 years ago

Amazing experience in the desert

It was an amazing experience for us. Early morning and hot air balloon is just something magic. Everything was very smooth, we enjoyed breath taking views.

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Amelia H.

2 weeks ago

Waking up at 4am felt insane until we were actually floating over the dunes at sunrise. Worth every minute of lost sleep.

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Marco B.

3 weeks ago

Pilot was calm and clearly experienced, the whole flight felt completely safe. The falcon flying next to the basket was a total surprise.

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Priya S.

1 month ago

Booked the Deluxe package for our anniversary. Breakfast at the camp after landing was way better than I expected for a tour add-on.

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Daniel K.

1 month ago

Hotel pickup was right on time at 4am, driver texted ahead so we werent standing around guessing.

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Sofia R.

2 months ago

Went with my mum who is scared of heights and even she said the basket felt sturdy and the landing was smooth.

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James O.

2 months ago

Premium package with the dune bashing after was a great combo, kids loved the quad bike part more than the balloon honestly.

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Layla A.

3 months ago

Views over the desert at that hour are something else, camera roll is full of shots I still look at.

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Tomasz W.

3 months ago

Did the Heritage flight with the vintage Land Rover ride after, felt like a proper desert expedition not just a tourist thing.

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Nadia F.

4 months ago

Crew told us upfront the flight might shift a day if wind picked up, and it did shift once, no drama, just rebooked for the next morning.

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Ben C.

4 months ago

Certificate at the end was a nice touch, my daughter has it framed in her room now.

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Hana Y.

5 months ago

Coffee and drinks on the drive back were a good call, none of us had eaten yet and it helped.

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Ryan P.

5 months ago

Six of us went for a birthday, staff got the group photo sorted quickly before the light changed.

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Elif D.

6 months ago

First time in a hot air balloon and the launch was gentler than I braced for, just a slow lift then youre up.

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Carlos M.

6 months ago

Booked the Private flight for a proposal, they helped plan the timing around the sunrise so the light was right.

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Grace L.

7 months ago

Camel ride after landing was more fun than I thought it would be, good way to end the morning.

Common Questions

How much does a hot air balloon ride in Dubai cost per person?

Prices start from AED 1,049 per adult for the Standard Flight, with child tickets (ages 5–11) from AED 999. If you want breakfast, falconry and a camel ride included, the Deluxe and Premium packages run AED 1,149 to AED 1,399 per person, and fully private flights start from AED 12,500 for a small group.

Is there a hot air balloon ride near me in Dubai with free hotel pickup?

Yes — every balloon package includes free hotel pickup from anywhere in Dubai, so wherever you're staying, a driver collects you between 3:45 AM and 4:30 AM ahead of the sunrise flight. You don't need to arrange your own transport to the desert launch site.

Is hot air ballooning in Dubai safe, and are the pilots licensed and insured?

Yes — all pilots hold a valid GCAA (General Civil Aviation Authority) licence, and flights are operated to the safety and quality standards set by the UAE's aviation regulator. Every passenger completes a short safety declaration before flying, and the crew tracks the balloon by vehicle throughout the flight.

What time do I get picked up for the balloon flight, and how long does the whole morning take?

Pickup is between 3:45 AM and 4:30 AM so the balloon can launch right at sunrise. The full morning runs anywhere from about 4 hours for the Standard Flight to around 7 hours for the Premium Flight with dune bashing and quad biking included.

How high does the balloon go and how long are you actually in the air?

The balloon typically flies at around 4,000 feet above the desert floor, and the flight itself lasts 45 to 60 minutes depending on wind and weather conditions on the day. Landing time can shift slightly since it depends on wind direction.

Can my kids come on the hot air balloon ride in Dubai?

Yes — children aged 5 to 11 fly at the discounted child rate on every package. Anyone under 5 or over 80 isn't permitted to fly, and all passengers (including older children) complete a short health declaration before boarding.

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