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  • Capture stunning aerial views over Dubai's historic and modern areas during the exhilarating 15-minute helicopter tour.
  • Explore famous landmarks such as Burj Khalifa and Burj Al Arab from above in a thrilling helicopter ride through the skies of Dubai.
  • Relish an exciting dune bashing adventure followed by camel rides, shisha sessions, and henna painting at a traditional Bedouin camp.
  • Delight in cultural performances featuring tanoura dance, belly dancing, horse shows, and mesmerizing fire displays.
  • Savor the evening with a lavish buffet offering extensive vegetarian and non-vegetarian options alongside unlimited drinks.

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Helicopter over Dubai and SUV in Red Dunes Desert Safari.
Helicopter on helipad with Atlantis The Palm hotel in Dubai background.
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Dubai Helicopter Tour

Start your day with a thrilling helicopter tour over Dubai. Soar above the city for 15 minutes, taking off from Dubai Polica Academy and gliding past both historic and modern landmarks. Enjoy an exhilarating 12-minute journey around iconic sites including Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, Dubai Canal, and the famous beach corniche.

Evening Desert Safari

This evening desert safari begins with a pickup in a 4x4 to take you from city life into the heart of the Arabian desert. Experience an adrenaline-fueled dune bashing session before arriving at a Bedouin camp for activities like camel riding, unlimited shisha and henna painting.

As night falls, enjoy traditional dance performances including tanoura dances, fire shows, belly dancing, and horse displays. Capture memories in Arabic attire with photo opportunities provided.

Celebrate your day's adventures with a delicious buffet featuring both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options paired with unlimited soft drinks, water, tea, and coffee for the perfect conclusion to your evening.

Sights Covered:

  • The Palm
  • Burj Al Arab
  • Dubai's Famous Beach Corniche
  • World's Tallest Hotel (Burj Khalifa)
  • Dubai Canal

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • 15-min Helicopter tour over Dubai
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off for Desert Safari
  • Desert dune bashing
  • Belly dancing show
  • Tanoura dance
  • Camel riding
  • Henna designing
  • Sand boarding (Optional – Upon request & availability)
  • Quad biking (Optional – Upon request & availability)
  • Unlimited soft drinks, water, tea and coffee
  • Unlimited hubblee-bubblee shisha
  • Arabic dress photograph opportunity
  • Vegetarian and non-vegetarian BBQ buffet dinner
  • Sunset photography opportunity
  • Pick-up and drop-off not included with the Helicopter Tour

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the attraction.

15-minute Helicopter Tour

For the helicopter tour, we don't have pick-up and drop-off services.

  • Exact timeslot for Helicopter Tour will be provided post booking. You may receive any time slot within 10am to 1:45pm as per the availability.

  • Please arrive at the attraction 60 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays. Bring a valid photo ID proof for verification.

Ticket Redemption Point

  • Show your ticket at Falcon Heli Tours.

  • Address: entrance of white beach parking area Atlantis the Palm, 115815.

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Evening Desert Safari

Pickup time between 3pm to 3:30pm. Drop off time between 9pm to 9:30pm.

  • Please arrive at the pick-up 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays. Bring a valid photo ID proof for verification.

Hotel Transfers

  • This ticket includes hotel pick-ups and drop-offs.

  • If your hotel is not in the pick-up zone, you will be provided with the nearest pick-up location.

  • On the day of your tour, please arrive at your hotel lobby 10-15 minutes prior to the scheduled pick-up time.

  • If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of your hotel.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

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Booking FAQs

Early morning between 6-8 AM offers cooler temperatures and stunning golden hour lighting for photography. Avoid weekends, especially Fridays when local sites are closed for prayers. The months of October through March provide ideal weather conditions with comfortable temperatures for outdoor activities.

The entire experience lasts approximately two hours including a scenic helicopter ride over the iconic red dunes, followed by an immersive cultural tour through traditional Bedouin tents and a chance to enjoy local cuisine.

It's advisable to wear comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor activities such as long pants and closed-toe shoes. Additionally, don't forget your camera or smartphone with a good quality lens to capture the breathtaking views from above and below.

This adventure is suitable for children aged six years and older who can appreciate the beauty of nature and learn about local culture. Parents should ensure their kids are prepared for outdoor activities and follow safety guidelines.

Transportation is provided as part of the package, typically involving a shuttle service from designated pick-up points in Dubai city. Alternatively, you can arrange private transfers or rent a car and follow GPS directions.

Your admission includes round-trip transportation to the desert location, an exhilarating helicopter flight over red dunes, guided tours of traditional Bedouin encampments, authentic Middle Eastern cuisine served during dinner, and complimentary soft drinks.

Booking your spot ahead of time is highly recommended due to limited availability. Early reservations guarantee a preferred departure slot and ensure you don't miss out on this unique adventure experience.

Photography is encouraged throughout the tour, including capturing aerial views during your helicopter ride and candid moments in the desert. However, drone usage is strictly prohibited for safety reasons.

The tour offers a thrilling helicopter ride over Dubai's landmarks, dune bashing in a 4x4, camel riding at a Bedouin camp, and traditional dance performances like tanoura and belly dancing. It concludes with an extensive buffet.

You'll be picked up by a 4x4 to explore the Arabian desert, enjoy dune bashing, relax at a Bedouin camp for activities like camel riding and shisha. The experience includes traditional dance shows such as tanoura and belly dancing.

The helicopter ride covers major monuments including the Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, Dubai Canal, and Dubai's famous beach corniche.

During Ramadan, belly dance shows will not be performed, liquor won't be served, and no entertainment activities are available. However, the tanoura show and fire show at the desert camp will still take place.

Restrooms are available for your convenience during your stay at the Bedouin camp.

The helicopter ride lasts approximately 15 minutes, providing stunning aerial views of both older and modern parts of Dubai.

Included in your experience are a 15-minute helicopter tour, hotel pick-up and drop-off for the desert safari, dune bashing, belly dancing show, tanoura dance, camel riding, and an extensive buffet.

Hotel pick-up and drop-off are provided for the evening desert safari. However, you will need to arrange your own transport for the helicopter tour as it is not included in the package.

Yes, at the Bedouin camp, you can enjoy a tanoura show and fire show. Additionally, belly dancing will be performed unless it's Ramadan.

The experience concludes with an extensive buffet that offers both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, paired with unlimited beverages to enjoy.

During the month of Ramadan, the following activities will not be operational: Belly Dance, liquor won't be served, and no entertainment activities. Tanoura Show and Fire Show will be performed at the desert camp. Facilities: Restrooms

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