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title: "Dubai: Overnight Desert Safari and Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride"
lang: en
type: tour
city: Dubai
country: United Arab Emirates
price: 521
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.81
reviews: 70
duration_minutes: 1080
languages: [ar, en, fr]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 6 of 6 (Overnight Safaris & Desert Camping)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-21
data_updated: 2026-10-21
canonical: https://guidekin.com/uae/dubai/tours/dubai-overnight-desert-safari-and-sunrise-hot-air-balloon-ride/
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# Dubai: Overnight Desert Safari and Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride

In our comparison: #6 of 6 in Overnight Safaris & Desert Camping, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## 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.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- Starts 14:30: one departure a day
- Food included: Dinner, Breakfast
- Age rule: Children under 7 years are not permitted to join…

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €521 per person for the Overnight with Hot Air Balloon option; other options up to €818
- Duration: 18h
- Rating: 4.81/5 from 70 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Likely to sell out
- Operator: Platinum Heritage Dubai
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price
- Group: Shared tour · private option available
- Guide languages: Arabic, English, French
- Start times: 14:30
- Booking: mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21

## Reviews

4.81 from 70 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 67 of 70.

- 5 stars: 65 (93%)
- 4 stars: 2 (3%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 1 (1%)
- 1 star: 2 (3%)

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overnight with Hot Air Balloon | €521 / person (for 2+ people) | Arabic, English | Shared Car Pickup included |
| Overnight and Hot Air Balloon | €818 / person (for 2+ people) | Arabic, English | Private Car Pickup 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

1. **Dubai** (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.
2. **Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve** (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.
3. **Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve** (1h) - Embark on a 60-minute nature safari
4. **Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve** (1h) - Marvel at a spectacular sunset falcon show against an Arabian sunset backdrop.
5. **Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve** (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...
6. **Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve** (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.
7. **Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve** (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.
8. **Dubai** (45m) - Return to the hotel between 09:00 AM and 10:00 AM, depending on the season and traffic.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 14:30
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## 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

## Compared with other Overnight Safaris & Desert Camping

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #6 of 6** | €521 | 18h | 4.81 (70) | shared |
| [Dubai Overnight Desert Safari, BBQ & Stargazing at Al Khayma Camp](/uae/dubai/tours/dubai-overnight-desert-safari-bbq-stargazing-at-al-khayma-camp/?format=md) | €126 | 18h | 4.96 (2417) | shared |
| [Overnight Camel Caravan with BBQ Dinner and Arabic Breakfast](/uae/dubai/tours/overnight-camel-caravan-with-bbq-dinner-and-arabic-breakfast/?format=md) | €91 | 16h | 4.97 (89) | shared |
| [Al Quaa Stargazing Spot: Camping in the Darkest Spot in UAE!](/uae/dubai/tours/al-quaa-stargazing-spot-camping-in-the-darkest-spot-in-uae/?format=md) | €439 | 2 days | 4.96 (46) | private |

Ranked #6 of 6 in Overnight Safaris & Desert Camping by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €91 to €521, median €297; typical length 18h. 1 of 6 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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