Get picked up from Dubai (hotel or private residence) between 3 AM and 5 AM, by a dedicated Conservation Guide in a modern Land Rover Defender 130.

Arrive at an enchanting take-off site where you're welcomed with Arabic coffee and dates.

Marvel at the world's only drone show before a hot air balloon flight and watch in awe as the sky lights up.

Feel the thrill as your balloon gets filled with air and fire, slowly taking shape in front of you, and get ready to jump on board.

Enjoy ultra-comfort as we have reduced the capacity of each basket compartment to allow more room and exclusivity on every flight.

Experience the captivating stories of the land as our in-flight storyteller shares cultural tales of the desert.

Fly alongside the world's fastest animal as you witness an in-flight falcon show.

As the only hot air balloon operator with permission to operate in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, take in stunning views of the desert below as the pilot gets closer to the desert floor.

After landing, embark on a short drive to a Royal Desert Retreat, which Hero Balloon Flights can exclusively access.

Indulge in a spectacular breakfast menu crafted by a Michelin-starred chef inspired by the elements of air, earth, fire, and water.

Savour this meal at a tranquil desert oasis and share the experience with like-minded travellers who embarked on this journey with you.

Take a short camel ride around the desert oasis and experience the desert from a different view.

Return to Dubai, the experience lasts approximately 5 hours.

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Round-trip transfers from your hotel in Dubai in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Complimentary refillable stainless-steel water bottle and Sheila or Ghutra for each guest.

75-minute spectacular falcon show with demonstrations of traditional training techniques and an interactive demonstration with birds of prey like hawks, desert eagle owls and barn owls

Traditional breakfast in an authentic Bedouin camp

45-minute wildlife drive in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve in a 1950’s vintage Land Rover

Bathroom facilities at the gates and at the camp

Short camel riding within the camp parameter

Contribution towards local conservation

Round-trip transfers from Dubai hotels in air-conditioned vehicles between 5:00 AM and 6:30 AM.

Complimentary refillable stainless steel water bottles and Sheila/Ghutra (traditional headscarf) per guest upon arrival at desert gates.

Traditional camel caravan across the sand dunes (approximately 15 min).

Exploration of a traditional Bedouin village with tents, cooking stations, and farm animals and learn about Bedouin life.

Bedouin falcon show with opportunity to interact with Saluki dogs.

Traditional Bedouin breakfast prepared at live cooking stations.

Story telling from a local Bedouin, listen to their stories passed down through the generations and take part in a traditional performance.

Approximately 60-minutes nature safari through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve in 1950's vintage land rover.

Round-trip hotel transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Camel Caravan through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve.

Falcon demonstration and sunset photo stop amongst the dunes.

Scrumptious authentic 4-course dinner in an exclusive Bedouin camp set at the rolling dunes of a Royal desert retreat

Short camel rides, henna tattoos, Arabic bread and coffee making, and aromatic shisha pipes are available at the camp.

Cultural entertainment like Yola and drumming performances.

Bathroom facilities (no showers), and traditional Bedouin stone rooms (mattress, sheets, blankets, and pillows) are included.

Complimentary refillable water bottles and a sheila/ghutra per guest.

Sunrise hot air balloon ride the next day.

Gourmet breakfast back at the camp.

A contribution towards local conservation.

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Round-trip hotel transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Nature drive through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve in a legendary 1950s Land Rover.

Falcon demonstration and sunset photo stop amongst the dunes.

Scrumptious authentic 4-course dinner in an exclusive Bedouin camp set at the rolling dunes of a Royal desert retreat

Short camel rides, henna tattoos, Arabic bread and coffee making, and aromatic shisha pipes are available at the camp.

Cultural entertainment like Yola and drumming performances.

Bathroom facilities (no showers), and traditional Bedouin stone rooms (mattress, sheets, blankets, and pillows) are included.

Complimentary refillable water bottles and a sheila/ghutra per guest.

Sunrise hot air balloon ride the next day.

Gourmet breakfast back at the camp.

A contribution towards local conservation.

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Round-trip hotel transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle (shared or private car options available).

Nature drive through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve in a legendary 1950s Land Rover.

Falcon demonstration and sunset photo stop amongst the dunes.

Scrumptious authentic 4-course dinner in an exclusive Bedouin camp set at the rolling dunes of a Royal desert retreat

Short camel rides, henna tattoos, Arabic bread and coffee making, and aromatic shisha pipes are available at the camp.

Cultural entertainment like Yola and drumming performances.

Bathroom facilities at the gate and at the camp.

Complimentary refillable water bottles and a sheila/ghutra per guest.

A contribution towards local conservation.

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Pick-up and drop-off from Dubai Hotels in a Land Rover Defender (shared or private max. 5 guests per car).

Arrive at the gate and receive a Sheila or Ghutra.

Nature drive through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve (75min) to view the most carefully preserved wildlife area in the UAE.

Ideal opportunity to photograph the flora and fauna of the desert.

Visit an exclusive Royal lake that is also a bird sanctuary.

Bathroom facilities.

Lavish Breakfast is served at the Al Maha Desert Resort.

A portion of your fee is contributed towards desert conservation.

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Private evening desert drive in a legendary vintage Land Rover

Walk through the dunes with UV arachnid lights on a hunt for scorpions and other nocturnal wildlife

Dinner at an exclusive Bedouin camp inside the desert retreat of the local Royal family

Aromatic shisha pipes available at the set-up

Stargaze with a professional Astronomer

Complimentary refillable stainless steel water bottles and Arabic headscarves

Round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle in Dubai

Traditional Bedouin stone rooms; mattress, sheets, blankets, and pillows are included

Shared bathroom facilities at the gate and at the camp

A contribution towards local conservation

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Private evening desert drive in a legendary vintage Land Rover

Walk through the dunes with UV arachnid lights on a hunt for scorpions and other nocturnal wildlife

Dinner at an exclusive Bedouin camp inside the desert retreat of the local Royal family

Aromatic shisha pipes available at the set-up

Stargaze with a professional Astronomer

Complimentary refillable stainless steel water bottles and Arabic headscarves

Round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle in Dubai

Traditional Bedouin stone rooms; mattress, sheets, blankets, and pillows are included

Shared bathroom facilities at the gate and at the camp

Sunrise hot air balloon ride (shared basket)

Gourmet breakfast back at the camp

A contribution towards local conservation

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Round-trip transfers from Dubai Hotels in a Land Rover Defender (shared or private max. 5 guests per car).

A 60-75-minute (approx.) nature safari through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve in a luxurious Land Rover Defender.

Falcon demonstration (25min) and sunset photo stop amongst the dunes with refreshments and canapes.

Camel ride over the dunes to arrive at your romantic setup (15min).

6-course dinner in a private set-up set amongst the rolling dunes of a Royal desert retreat

Henna tattoos and aromatic shisha pipes available.

Magnificent acrobatic aerial performance complemented by a fire dancer exclusively at Platinum Heritage.

Bathroom facilities at the desert gate and at the camp.

Contribution towards desert conservation.

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Private evening desert drive in a legendary vintage Land Rover

Walk through the dunes with UV arachnid lights on a hunt for scorpions and other nocturnal wildlife

Dinner at an exclusive Bedouin camp inside the desert retreat of the local Royal family

Aromatic shisha pipes available at the set-up

Stargaze with a professional Astronomer

Complimentary refillable stainless steel water bottles and Arabic headscarves

Bathroom facilities at the gate and at the camp

Round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle in Dubai

A contribution towards local conservation

Round-trip transfers from Dubai hotels in an air-conditioned vehicle (shared or private).

Complimentary refillable water bottles and a sheila/ghutra per guest.

Nature drive through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve in an air-conditioned vehicle (60min).

Falcon demonstration (25min) and sunset photo stop amongst the dunes.

Enjoy cultural activities such as henna tattoos, Arabic bread making, Arabic coffee making, and two cultural

live entertainments.

Authentic 4-course dinner in an exclusive camp set amongst the rolling dunes of a Royal desert retreat.

Aromatic shisha pipes available at the camp.

Short camel ride (As it is after dark, for the safety of the camels and our guests, these are short rides in a lit area

near the camp. For longer camel rides please see our Camel Desert Safari).

Contibution towards desert conservation.

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Round-trip transfers from Dubai in a luxury Land Rover Defender.

Receive complimentary Sheila/Ghutra (traditional headscarf) and refillable water bottles upon arriving at our gates.

Photo opportunities with our fleet of vintage Land Rovers.

Embark on a nature safari through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve in the Land Rover Defender.

Opportunity to visit an exclusive Royal Lake that is also a bird sanctuary.

Falcon demonstration at a magical setting surrounded by dunes and get exclusive photo opportunities with Royal falcons.

Sunset canapés served with sparkling juice and strawberries.

Arrive at our most luxurious and exclusive desert oasis camp by camel, and receive a royal welcome.

Savor a 6-course dinner in your own private cabana, curated by a Michelin-starred chef.

Witness the spectacular Flaming Sands of Arabia fire show performed exclusively at Platinum Heritage, accompanied by an aerial acrobatics performance.

Relax in the elegant lounge area and enjoy top-quality shisha and cigars (if you wish).

Receive an intricate Henna design from a private local Henna painter.

Customize your experience with additional entertainment like a harp player or sand artist (upon request with additional charges).

Round-trip transfers from Dubai in the luxury Land Rover Defender.

Private interaction with falcons from a prominent family’s private collection.

Experience the most advanced and spectacular training techniques.

Scrumptious meal at the Al Maha Desert Resort.

Bathroom facilities at the gates and at the hotel.

Contribution towards local conservation.

Round-trip hotel transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Nature drive through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve in a legendary 1950s Land Rover.

Falcon demonstration and sunset photo stop amongst the dunes.

Scrumptious authentic 4-course dinner in an exclusive Bedouin camp set at the rolling dunes of a Royal desert retreat

Short camel rides, henna tattoos, Arabic bread and coffee making, and aromatic shisha pipes are available at the camp.

Cultural entertainment like Yola and drumming performances.

Bathroom facilities (no showers), and traditional Bedouin stone rooms (mattress, sheets, blankets, and pillows) are included.

Complimentary refillable water bottles and a sheila/ghutra per guest.

Gourmet breakfast the next day.

A contribution towards local conservation.

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Photos and Video

Round-trip hotel transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Camel Caravan through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve.

Falcon demonstration and sunset photo stop amongst the dunes.

Scrumptious authentic 4-course dinner in an exclusive Bedouin camp set at the rolling dunes of a Royal desert retreat

Short camel rides, henna tattoos, Arabic bread and coffee making, and aromatic shisha pipes are available at the camp.

Cultural entertainment like Yola and drumming performances.

Bathroom facilities (no showers), and traditional Bedouin stone rooms (mattress, sheets, blankets, and pillows) are included.

Complimentary refillable water bottles and a sheila/ghutra per guest.

Gourmet breakfast the next day.

A contribution towards local conservation.

Gratuity

Photos and Video

Round-trip hotel transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Camel caravan through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve.

Falcon demonstration and sunset photo stop amongst the dunes.

Scrumptious authentic 4-course dinner in an exclusive Bedouin camp set at the rolling dunes of a Royal desert retreat

Short camel rides, henna tattoos, Arabic bread and coffee making, and aromatic shisha pipes are available at the camp.

Cultural entertainment like Yola and drumming performances.

Bathroom facilities at the gate and at the camp.

Complimentary refillable water bottles and a sheila/ghutra per guest.

A contribution towards local conservation.

Gratuity

Photos and Video