Heritage Safari in Vintage Land Rover with Overnight Stay and Hot Air Balloon - Shared
Supplied by: Platinum Heritage
Highlights
- Arrive at the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve to receive your Adventure Pack and put on your Sheila or Ghutra (traditional headscarf)
- Nature drive through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve in a legendary 1950’s Land Rover followed by Falcon demonstration and sunset photo stop among the dunes.
- Scrumptious authentic dinner in an exclusive camp set among the rolling dunes of a Royal desert retreat including Camel rides, henna tattoos, bread making, Arabic coffee making and aromatic shisha pipes available at the camp with cultural entertainment performance (not available during Ramadan).
- Stay overnight in a traditional Arabic stone dwelling room. You will be provided with all the amenities like a comfortable bed, pillows, sheets and a peaceful night's sleep..
- Hot Air Balloon ride in the morning with gourmet breakfast.
What's included
- Shared pick-up from Dubai hotels between 02:30 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.
- Arrive at the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve and receive your Adventure Pack (Headscarf, Stainless Steel Water Bottle and Bag). Embark on a 60-minute nature safari (choose between a Vintage Land Rover or Camel Caravan when booking).
- Marvel at a spectacular sunset falcon show against an Arabian sunset backdrop.
- Arrive at an authentic torch-lit Bedouin Camp and receive a warm Arabic welcoming with coffee and dates.
- Enjoy live bread making, coffee making, camel rides and shisha.
- Indulge in a four-course traditional dinner.
- Watch and partake in interactive Emirati performances like drumming and Yola.
- Stay overnight in a traditional Arabic stone dwelling room. You will be provided with all the amenities like a comfortable bed, pillows, sheets and a peaceful night's sleep. Awake to a gourmet breakfast.
- Spectacular sunrise hot air balloon flight the next morning. The overnight Bedouin camp is located only 15 minutes away from the hot air balloon take-off site. After the flight, you will return to the camp to enjoy a delicious breakfast before returning to the city.
- Return to the hotel between 010:30 AM and 11:30 PM, depending on the season.
- • Optional photos and videos
- • Gratuities
Overview
Know before you go
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before booked date. No-shows and late cancellations are non-refundable.
Opening times
- Monday 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Tuesday 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Wednesday 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Thursday 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Friday 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Saturday 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Sunday 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Additional Information
Share special updates and additions valid from the 16th of February until the 18th of March, 2026:
• A 5-minute cultural talk with an Emirati host about Ramadan.
• Breaking the fast with dates, cheese, laban, Vimto and tea.
• A special Ramadan menu.
• The stargazing session now focuses more on Ramadan and its connection to moon sightings and star navigation.
IMPORTANT UPDATES:
• In accordance with General Civil Aviation Authority regulations, each guest must provide their full name, nationality, passport number, date of birth, and a valid contact number.
• The supplier will reach out to guests 48 hours before the flight to collect this information and ensure a smooth experience.
• If you have not been contacted at least 24 hours prior to your flight, please get in touch with the supplier by calling +971 4 412 6333, sending a WhatsApp message to +971 54 425 4995 (messages only, no calls), or emailing info@uae.heroballoonflights.com.
• Minimum age requirement: Children below 7 are no longer permitted to join the experience.
• Guests over 60 years old: All guests aged 60 and above are required to sign a waiver along with the boarding pass prior to the flight.
• Pregnant guests: To ensure safety and comfort, passengers at any stage of pregnancy are not permitted on this experience.
•We prioritize safety and will only fly if weather conditions are ideal. If the flight is cancelled due to weather, we will:
- Offer a rebooking for another day.
- Provide a full refund if rebooking isn’t possible.
- Notify you of any cancellations the day before if possible. If weather conditions worsen at the take-off site, we will first enjoy breakfast and then reassess the possibility of flying.
• Itineraries may vary and/or attractions be substituted for any cause including seasonal conditions, weather extremes, natural disasters, and Conservation Reserve requirements.
•We cater for vegetarian and gluten intolerance – please advise at time of booking.
•Due to the nature of this activity and the strict drone regulations in the UAE, drones are not permitted.
•Pick-up from Dubai hotels is included and will be in a shared, air-conditioned vehicle (unless booked otherwise). We can pick you up from the nearest hotel if you live in a private residence unless a private car is booked.
•As the desert can get quite warm during the day all year round, we suggest bringing a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and cool, comfortable clothes. For desert safaris in the winter (November to March), we recommend bringing something warm to wear for the evening.
•This safari includes a traditional dinner; however, please inform us of any dietary requirements or allergies when booking. We can accommodate vegetarian, vegan, kosher-style, gluten-free.
•Bathroom facilities are available at the camp.
•If you booked a shared vehicle, we can accommodate one overnight backpack or carry-on per guest (not exceeding 50cm in height). Please leave big luggage pieces at your hotel.
•Enjoy a restful sleep with no sounds or lights to interrupt as the camp's power gets switched off from 11:00 PM - 06:00 AM.
•Your room is equipped with a bed and comfortable bedding.
•Ensure to wear clothes appropriate for the weather as there are no air-conditioning or heaters in the overnight rooms.
•There are shared bathroom facilities, however no showers on-site.