How you embrace your morning sets the tone for the rest of your day. Imagine, then, the thrill of welcoming a new dawn with a tranquil hot air balloon ride over the dramatic landscape of AlUla.

Feel invigorated by the crisp morning air at sunrise as you climb into the basket and set off for a journey across desert terrain, sharing the sky with 40 other beautifully designed hot air balloons, in an experience you will never forget. A cornerstone of the AlUla Skies Festival, this untethered balloon experience shifts your viewpoint – and your emotional chemistry – by taking you 1,200 metres up in the air above sand dunes, rock formations and wildlife.

As you glide across the earth’s golden floor, watch the sun quietly appear above the horizon and feel its satisfying warmth. Then, take a moment to appreciate the silence of the skies, interrupted only briefly by the roar of the balloon’s burners that gently change its course to expand your adventure.

Thanks to AlUla Skies Festival, the destination has gained a reputation as one of the world’s best for hot air ballooning and, after just a few minutes of your two-hour flight, you’ll understand why. Fascinating stories from your expert pilot add yet more colour to an experience that will live long in the memory.