The 13 Best Falconry Experiences in the Middle East

1.High Red Dunes with Camel Ride, Sandboarding, Falcon Show and VIP BBQ Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,453 reviews · from $80Our pick

Spend about seven hours in Dubai’s Lahbab Desert with hotel pickup, 30 to 45 minutes of red-dune driving, sandboarding, a camel ride, sunset, falcon photography, henna, and a BBQ dinner with belly dancing and Tanoura entertainment. Guides such as Iqbal, Hamid, Ashraf, and Noor are praised for safe driving and friendly service. Quad biking costs extra.

“Amazing! What an incredible experience. We would do this again in a heartbeat! It was a great day. Thank you!”

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2.Bedouin Camp, Dune Safari, Falcon Show & BBQ Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,186 reviews · 6 - 6.5 hours · from $80

Join a six to six-and-a-half-hour Dubai desert safari with hotel pickup, 4WD dune bashing, sandboarding, sunset views, a short camel ride, falcon display, henna, shisha, live shows, and an unlimited BBQ buffet. English, Arabic, and Hindi-speaking guides lead the outing from Dubai, Sharjah, or Ajman.

“This was a spectacular trip, amazing value for money and our guide Sayed was terrific. Would highly recommend this trip.”

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3.Dubai Red Dunes with Sandboarding, Camel Ride, Falcon & VIP Camp

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 965 reviews · from $55

Head from Dubai to Lahbab in an air-conditioned 4x4 for dune bashing, sandboarding, a camel ride, falcon photos, and sunset views. Guides such as Numan, Fakhr Alam, and Truman are praised for friendly, safety-minded service. Finish with a two-hour Bedouin-style camp visit, buffet dinner, henna, shisha, and live shows.

“Exactly what advertised. The driver is a pro. The dinner was delicious. We enjoyed this trip thoroughly.”

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4.Evening Desert Safari & BBQ With Live Shows,Camel Ride,Falcon pic

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 716 reviews · from $49

Spend 6 to 7 hours moving from Dubai to Lahbab’s red dunes and an Al Awir desert camp. Expect shared 4x4 pickup, camel riding, 40 minutes of dune bashing, sandboarding, BBQ dinner, henna, traditional dress, falcon photos, and belly dance, Tanoura, and fire shows. Guides such as Hussain, Yaseen, Hashim, Ali, and Azmat have earned strong praise for their care and driving.

“Ali was a great tour guide , he was very helpful and fun made our experience one to remember ! It is great value for money as you get to enjoy the dune bashing ,sand board and camel riding ( short ride) alongside the amazing bbq experience. It was Amazing and a surreal experience! Only tip i would say is booking an afternoon slot !”

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5.Dubai Half-day Red Dunes bashing with Sandboarding, Camel &Falcon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 678 reviews · from $34

Start at 7:00 am with hotel pickup in Dubai, then ride a Land Cruiser to Lahbab’s red dunes. You’ll get 30 to 40 minutes of dune bashing, sandboarding, a camel ride, falcon photos, Arabic dress photos, henna, water, and soft drinks before returning to the city.

“Awesome 4 hours early morning desert ride, excellent desert ride company.”

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6.Sunset Camel Trekking with Falcon Show & VIP BBQ Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 466 reviews · from $70

You’ll leave your Dubai hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle, ride a camel for about 45 minutes, pause for Arabic coffee and sunset, then continue to a Bedouin-style camp for a VIP BBQ dinner, henna, soft drinks, and traditional shows. Guides such as Ashraf, Nasir, Tariq, and Qurban are noted for personal care. Confirm falcon-show details before booking.

“Our guide, Iqbal was the best! He made sure we had the best time from start to finish. We loved the dune bashing, the camel riding at sunset, the meet-and-greet with a falcon, and the BBQ feast at the end of the evening. We booked this activity at the last minute, and we are so glad we did.”

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7.Dune Bashing Safari, Falcon, Camel, ATV, Sandboarding

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 422 reviews · 4 hours · from $27Best value

Meet your guide in Doha and ride an air-conditioned 4x4 to Sealine for camel and falcon encounters, dune bashing, sandboarding, and views of Khor Al Adaid. Guides such as Abid, Jasim Afridi, Hameed, and Amjed are often praised for safe driving and helpful photo stops. Optional quad biking costs extra.

“It was so much fun! We started off with the quad bikes and then did some dune bashing before going to the sea. Hamid was an awesome guide!”

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8.Deluxe Hot Air Balloon Ride with Breakfast & Flight Falcon Show

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 372 reviews · from $346

Start around 4:00 a.m. with a Dubai hotel pickup, then fly 45 to 60 minutes above the Margham Desert near the Dubai-Al Ain Road. Expect a sunrise flight, in-air falcon display, Bedouin-style breakfast, short camel ride, and flight certificate. Pilots and staff, including Arturo and Leo on some departures, handle safety and transfers.

“Definitely recommed this hot air balloon ride package, had an absolutely amazing time. Great customer service provided by Pinal and the all the staff involved. Clear communication throughout, crew were great, and driver was prompt. A once in a lifetime experience!”

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9.Hot Air Balloon Ride with Camel Ride & Falcon Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 142 reviews · 5 hours · from $332

Rise before dawn for a 45 to 60-minute balloon flight over Dubai’s red dunes, with a falcon flying beside the basket. After landing, enjoy camel and horse rides, then a Bedouin-style buffet breakfast. Hotel pickup, transfers, tea, coffee, and an e-certificate are included.

“This was amazing from start to finish. I would highly recommend this and the organisers.”

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10.Hot Air Balloon Ride & Falcon Show Over the Desert

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 122 reviews · 4 hours · from $302

Start before dawn with hotel pickup in Dubai, a 45-minute drive to Margham, and tea or coffee beside the inflating balloon. Then float above the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve at 4,000 feet, watch an in-flight falcon show, and look for desert wildlife. English and Arabic support is available, with pilots including Hamada and Pasi.

“The balloon flight and the falcon show was a unique experience. Many thanks to the professional team and friendly assistance from Pinal.”

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11.Private Falconry Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · 5 hours · from $288

Meet falcons, a desert eagle owl, Harris’s hawk, and a greater spotted eagle during a private five-hour outing in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. Guide Khan and a professional falconer lead the 1.5-hour bird session, wildlife drive, and drone flight with a peregrine falcon. Hotel pickup, refreshments, and an optional breakfast are included.

“Merveilleux moment en compagnie des rapaces, la taille du groupe (4 personnes) est idéal et permet à chacun de tenir et nourrir les oiseaux de proie. Alors certes c'est un peu tôt mais comme cela, ni les animaux ni nous, n'avons souffert de la chaleur du désert”

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12.Desert Safari, Quad Bike, Camel Ride, Falcon & Sandboarding

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 49 reviews · 4h 30m · from $52

Spend 270 minutes in a private 4x4 group exploring Qatar’s desert near Mesaieed. You’ll ride a quad bike for 30 minutes, pause for a short camel ride and falcon photo, then tackle dune bashing and sandboarding before visiting the Inland Sea. Guides such as Amir, Jasim, Fahad, and Nawaf are praised for safety, flexibility, and friendly service.

“We had a great trip with our guide Amir. He was very nice and made sure we had amazing time. Very fun! I definitely recommend :)”

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13.Private Desert Safari, Falcon, Sandboarding,inland sea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · 4h 30m · from $71

Leave Doha for a private 4.5-hour desert trip with guides such as Ali, Fahad, Razi, and Huzaifa. Ride across the dunes, stop at Sealine Beach, take falcon photos, try sandboarding, and visit Qatar’s Inland Sea. Expect a lively 4WD ride, traditional refreshments, and time for photos. Confirm camel-ride fees before booking.

“We had an absolutely fantastic experience on our desert safari! From the thrilling sandboarding to capturing incredible falcon pictures, every moment was unforgettable. A huge shoutout to our guide, Shahzaib, who made the experience even better with his professionalism, knowledge, and friendly nature. He ensured we were comfortable and had the best time throughout the adventure. The dunes, the sunset, and the overall vibe were just perfect. Highly recommend this tour for anyone looking for an exciting and memorable desert adventure!”

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