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Highlights
- Experience the sunrise over the Margham Desert from 4,000 feet during this thrilling 1-hour hot air balloon flight.
- Enjoy stunning panoramic views of both the desert and Hajar Mountains with included round-trip hotel transfers.
- Before takeoff, savor complimentary tea or coffee and receive a pilot-signed certificate to commemorate your adventure.
- Optional upgrades available: breakfast buffet, a 10-minute camel ride, a 30-minute quad biking session, or in-flight photos and videos.
Your Experience
Skyrocket into the day with an memorable sunrise hot air balloon flight over Dubai's Margham Desert. Ascend up to 4,000 feet for stunning views of golden dunes and rugged mountains as dawn breaks.
Getting started
Your adventure begins with a pick-up from your hotel in Dubai before the sun rises. Head to the launch site at Margham Desert where you can enjoy tea, coffee, or kava while watching the balloon inflate. A brief safety briefing will be conducted and ID verification is required prior to boarding.
The Dubai Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride offers a chance to witness stunning aerial views of both the Margham Desert and Hajar Mountains, capturing the essence of Dubai's expansive landscapes from an elevation of up to 4,000 feet.
- Experience the sweeping dunes and mountain vistas that make Margham Desert an ideal setting for your sunrise flight.
- Cruise through the sky as you rise up to 4,000 feet while witnessing the desert bathed in hues of gold and pink at dawn.
- Keep an eye out for wildlife such as gazelles and Arabian oryx roaming below during your flight.
- A signed certificate from your pilot awaits you after landing, commemorating your journey through the skies.
Upgrades
You have the option to enhance your experience by upgrading to include a Bedouin breakfast buffet. Alternatively, choose between a 10-minute camel ride and a 30-minute quad biking session or opt for a photo and video package to capture your in-flight memories.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Half-day Dubai desert experience
- 1-hour hot air balloon flight at sunrise
- Round-trip shared transfers from hotel
- Dates and choice of tea, coffee, or kava
- Pilot-signed flight certificate
- (Optional) Bedouin breakfast buffet
- (Optional) 10-minute camel ride
- (Optional) 30-minute quad bike ride
- (Optional) In-flight photos and videos
- Personal expenses
This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.
Must Know
- Please bring a valid passport or government ID for all guests.
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat are recommended to protect against the sun.
- Guests over 119 kg, under 5 years of age, above 70 years old, pregnant (over 3 months), or those with back, knee, or heart conditions cannot participate. Guests must also not be under the influence of alcohol or drugs and are required to sign a declaration confirming fitness to fly.
- Wheelchair access is unavailable for this experience; it may not suit guests with certain mobility issues.
Ticket Delivery
Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID during the pick-up.
Hotel transfers
This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs.
In the next step of booking, please specify the name and address of your hotel.
Transfers are available from Dubai Marina Mall, Burjuman Mall, Deira City Centre & Dubai Outlet Mall.
On the day of your tour, please report at your hotel lobby 10-15 min prior to your scheduled departure.
If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of the hotel.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the experience starts.
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