Dubai: Overnight Desert Safari and Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
At a glance
Dubai: Overnight Desert Safari and Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride is a 18h guided experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, operated by Platinum Heritage Dubai. Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 70 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $584.79 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Sunset falcon demonstration, A gentle nature safari in the legendary vintage land rover, Dinner.
Highlights
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 8 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 18h
- Group
- Small group, up to 32 travellers
- Languages
- Arabic, English, French
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Embark on an African-style wildlife safari, desert camping, and a hot air balloon flight in this overnight adventure from Dubai. Travel through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve in a vintage Land Rover, spotting wildlife like gazelles, oryx, and camels. Enjoy a 4-course dinner under the stars at a Bedouin-style camp, and the next morning, soar above the Arabian Desert in a hot air balloon to witness the sunrise.
What's included
What's included
- Sunset falcon demonstration
- A gentle nature safari in the legendary vintage land rover
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- A sunrise hot air balloon flight above the desert
- Overnight stay in our stone-walled rooms complete with mattress, beddings, and pillows. (no showers)
- Pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 45m
Pick-up from Dubai hotels between 02:00 PM and 04:30 PM, depending on the season. We will inform you of the exact pick-up time around noon on the day of your desert safari.
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Stop 2 · 15m
Arrive at the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve and receive your Headscarf and a Stainless Steel Water Bottle. These are included in each booking and are a gift for our guests to take home.
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Stop 3 · 1h
Embark on a 60-minute nature safari
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Stop 4 · 1h
Marvel at a spectacular sunset falcon show against an Arabian sunset backdrop.
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Stop 5 · 2h
Arrive at an authentic torch-lit Bedouin camp and receive a warm Arabic welcome with coffee and dates. Enjoy live breadmaking, coffeemaking, camel rides, and shisha. Indulge in a four-course traditional dinner, and immerse yourself in interactive Emirati performances like drumming and Yola.
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Stop 6 · 8h
Extend your desert adventure with an overnight stay in a traditional Arabic stone dwelling. Enjoy the comfort of a cozy bed, soft pillows, and fresh sheets for a restful night’s sleep.
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Stop 7 · 2h
Enhance your adventure with a breathtaking sunrise hot air balloon flight the next morning. The overnight Bedouin camp is just 15 minutes from the balloon take-off site. After your flight, return to the camp for a delicious breakfast before heading back to the city.
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Stop 8 · 45m
Return to the hotel between 09:00 AM and 10:00 AM, depending on the season and traffic.
Meeting point
We offer pickup from any hotel in Dubai. For pickups from a residence or apartment, a private vehicle booking is required. Pick-up times vary throughout the year based on sunset times. Generally, expect pickup between 2:00 pm and 4:30 pm. We will confirm your exact pick-up time via email or phone call around noon on the day of your excursion. If you do not hear from us, please contact us through your booking or account.
Good to know
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The Dubai desert can get cooler in the evenings during winter, so we recommend you bring a light jacket and closed shoes
- Please note: Guides in the following languages (German, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Italian) are upon request and availability.
- Children under 7 years are not permitted to join the hot air balloon experience
- At the camp there is running water and clean bathroom but no shower
- One backpack or luggage not more than 50 cm in height is allowed per guest
- The rate for a private vehicle depends on the total number of participants including children
- Children below 5 years old must be booked on a private car
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Dubai: Overnight Desert Safari and Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride take?
The experience lasts about 18h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $584.79 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Sunset falcon demonstration; A gentle nature safari in the legendary vintage land rover; Dinner; Breakfast; A sunrise hot air balloon flight above the desert; Overnight stay in our stone-walled rooms complete with mattress, beddings, and pillows. (no showers).
Where does it start?
We offer pickup from any hotel in Dubai. For pickups from a residence or apartment, a private vehicle booking is required. Pick-up times vary throughout the year based on sunset times. Generally, expect pickup between 2:00 pm and 4:30 pm. We will confirm your exact pick-up time…
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in Arabic, English, French.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 70 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Dubai.
