Dubai Sunrise Hot Air Balloon with Falconry and Michelin-Star Breakfast
Rise above the dunes at sunrise with a luxury hot air balloon flight, in-flight falconry, and a Michelin-starred breakfast at a private desert retreat. This curated half-day experience blends aerial perspective with cultural storytelling and refined hospitality.
The Experience
Before You Go
Arrive rested and hydrated
Pre-dawn starts mean early pickup; drink water and avoid heavy meals right before the flight to feel comfortable during ascent and landing.
Dress in layers
Temperatures are colder at lift-off than in the city—bring a light jacket, hat, and closed-toe shoes for stability in the basket.
Protect your camera
Low light and fast-moving scenes mean a camera with adjustable settings or a smartphone with a sport mode will capture falconry and sunrise best.
Check health restrictions
This experience isn’t recommended for people with significant heart, back, or pregnancy-related conditions—consult provider guidelines before booking.
Local Knowledge
Hidden Gems
- •Walk short dunes near the breakfast camp for quiet sunrise vistas away from the main camp area
- •Ask the storyteller about traditional desert navigation—small anecdotes often reveal practical Bedouin techniques used locally
Wildlife
- •Arabian oryx
- •Desert fox (red fox)
Conservation Note
Operators coordinate with reserve authorities to use designated takeoff and landing zones, minimizing disturbance; guests are encouraged to avoid littering and to follow staff directions to protect fragile dune ecosystems.
The area around Dubai’s desert reserves has a mixed history of nomadic Bedouin routes and more recent conservation efforts; private reserves were established to protect native species as development expanded.
What to Bring
Closed-toe hiking or trail shoesEssential
Stable footing for boarding the basket and walking on uneven desert sand.
Light insulated jacketEssential
Keeps you warm at pre-dawn lift-off when temperatures are lowest.
Sunglasses and wide-brim hat
Protects eyes and skin after sunrise when the sun intensifies in the open desert.
Camera or smartphone with manual controls
Captures fast-moving falconry and the changing light of sunrise with better results than auto-only settings.
Common Questions
How long is the flight itself?
The balloon flight lasts about 60 minutes; the full experience, including transfers, safety briefing, breakfast, and a short camel ride, takes roughly 4–5 hours.
Will I fly with other passengers?
Yes—shared flights have limited capacity (up to 16 travelers per group) to maintain a comfortable basket size and safety standards.
What are the cancellation policies for bad weather?
Flights cancel for unsafe wind or weather and are fully refundable if you cancel at least 24 hours in advance; operators will rebook or refund in the event of weather-related cancellations.
Are children allowed?
Children under six are not recommended; all passengers must provide passport or Emirates ID details for flight permits and insurance.
Book This Experience
Check AvailabilityDuration
4–5 hours
Location
Dubai, Dubai
Difficulty
moderate
Fitness Level
Moderate level of fitness—able to climb in/out of the basket and stand for the hour-long flight; some walking on sand required.
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