The Dubai Balloon at Atlantis is a tethered helium balloon experience on Palm Jumeirah's Aquaventure beach, lifting up to 30 guests per flight to 100 metres altitude for 10–15 minute gentle ascents offering 360-degree views of Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis The Palm, the Dubai Marina skyline and the Arabian Gulf. The balloon is secured by a steel cable for safe, smooth vertical flights – operating at sunrise (6–11 AM) and sunset/evening (6 PM – midnight). Includes open-air basket with safety rails.
Quick facts:
Duration 10–15 min · 100m altitude · 30 pax per flight · Tethered
Did you know?
The Dubai Balloon at Atlantis is one of the world's largest passenger tethered balloons – designed specifically for safe urban operation with a steel cable system that allows controlled vertical flights even in moderate wind conditions.
Best time to visit:
Sunrise flights (6–11 AM) offer dramatic lighting and cooler temperatures; evening flights (6 PM – midnight) provide illuminated Dubai skyline views.
Where to eat nearby:
Atlantis The Palm has 30+ restaurants nearby including the iconic Ossiano underwater restaurant and Nobu Dubai.
Tip:
Wind conditions can limit ascent altitude (occasionally to 80m instead of 100m) – the Operator's policy is to fly safely rather than refund. Book the sunrise slot for the most spectacular light. Prices may vary – check official website.
The Dubai Balloon at Atlantis
The Dubai Balloon at Atlantis is consistently praised as a unique tethered balloon experience. Reviewers love the 100m altitude views of Palm Jumeirah, the smooth safe ascent, the professional pilots and the spectacular sunrise and sunset flight slots.
How high does it go?
Up to 100 metres altitude (sometimes 80m in windier conditions) – tethered to the ground by a steel cable for controlled vertical flights.
How long is each flight?
10–15 minutes from take-off to landing – including gentle ascent, panoramic viewing, and descent.
How many people per flight?
Up to 30 guests per flight in an open-air basket with safety rails.
When do flights operate?
Sunrise (6–11 AM) and sunset/evening (6 PM – midnight); operations may be delayed or cancelled in high winds.
Where exactly is it?
At The Avenues, Atlantis The Palm, on Palm Jumeirah – about 20 minutes from Downtown Dubai by car.