Valentine's Experience

This Valentine’s Day, share an extraordinary sunrise above the Dubai desert, floating together in a hot air balloon before retreating to a secluded royal oasis for a Michelin-inspired breakfast. A rare moment of romance, serenity, and timeless connection.

  • Valentine's Experience
    Days of Operations:

    13 - 15 February

  • Valentine's Experience
    Timing of day & Duration:

    Sunrise, Half Day

  • Valentine's Experience
    Experience Price:

    Adult: AED 1,995 | Child: AED 1,500

Picture Your Dubai Hot Air Balloon Flight

  • 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. Pick-up times vary according to sunrise, and your exact pickup time will be shared with you the evening before your experience.
  • Arrive at an enchanting take-off site where you're welcomed with Arabic coffee and dates.
  • Feel your heart racing as your balloon fills with air and fire, and it slowly takes shape in front of you.
  • 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 Valentine-themed breakfast menu crafted by a Michelin-starred chef inspired by the elements of air, earth, fire, and water.
  • Capture memories forever as you get your photos taken and receive the polaroid picture as a keepsake to take with you.
  • Receive a gift box filled with surprises that will etch this day in your memory forever.
  • 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.

  • This experience is only valid on 13, 14 and 15 February.
  • Pick-up and drop-off from and to Dubai is included and will be in a shared, air-conditioned vehicle (unless booked otherwise).
  • As the desert can get quite warm, we suggest bringing a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and cool, comfortable clothes. For hot air balloon experiences in the winter, we recommend bringing something warm to wear, especially before sunrise.
  • Bookings need to be made before 5 PM the previous day when booking online. For short-term bookings, don't hesitate to get in touch with our reservations team at +971 4 412 6333, available until 9 PM every day.
  • Children between the ages of 7 and 11 years will be charged at a child’s rate.
  • Bathroom facilities are available at the breakfast oasis.
  • Our vehicles can accommodate a maximum of five guests.
  • This experience is weather-dependent. If the weather is unsuitable, the Pilots reserve the right to decide not to fly. An alternate experience date will be suggested, or a full refund will be given.

Choose your Valentine's journey

WATER

Lobster and crab meat poached in seaweed, with mango puree, crème fraiche drizzled with green oil and fresh grapefruit dressing.

WATER WATER

EARTH

Smashed avocado, heirloom carrots, and roasted sweet potatoes, complemented by baby beets, red radish, and desert truffle.

EARTH

FIRE

Chicken chorizo sausages and grilled chicken breast on red pepper couscous with mint yoghurt, garnished with lemon-olive oil.

FIRE FIRE

AIR

Puff pastry filled with vanilla lemon espuma, caramelised banana, seasonal berries, and date syrup.

AIR

Your choice of eggs

Soft scrambled, sunny side up fried or soft poached.

On your table

Assorted cheese, nuts, and seasonal fruits, and a passionfruit and turmeric shooter. Locally sourced honey, jam, and butter with a bread basket.

Gluten Free

Gluten Free

Vegan

Vegan

Dairy

Dairy

Shellfish

Shellfish

Vegetarian

Vegetarian

To ensure fresh produce and excellent quality, most of our ingredients are seasonal and the menu is subject to change without prior notice.

We can cater to gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan diets. Please let us know if you have any food allergies or special dietary requirements at the time of booking.

Exclusive Benefits

When booking on our website

Complimentary video of your flight

Complimentary video of your flight

When booking 7 days in advance. Use promo code FREEVIDEO at checkout.

Flexible cancellation policy

Flexible cancellation policy

Full refund for bookings up to 18 hours before the pick-up time.

Best price guarantee

Best price guarantee

Book directly on our website or via our Customer Service team, no hidden fees or third-party costs.

Personalised support

Personalised support

Access our dedicated Experience Consultants for personalised assistance and expert guidance.

What guests say about us

With a commitment to guests satisfaction and excellent customer
service, we have received plenty of 5-star reviews which have
earned us several TripAdvisor Awards.