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Things to do in United Arab Emirates (also known as UAE)

Skydive over the Palm, fly over the dunes and stage the next big sky show.

Things to do in United Arab Emirates

Top 6 adventures in United Arab Emirates

  1. 01

    Skydive over the Palm Jumeirah

    One of the most famous tandem views in the world.

    Skydiving
  2. 02

    Balloon over the Dubai desert

    A sunrise flight above the dunes.

    Hot air balloon
  3. 03

    Sky show for a launch or festival

    Skydivers landing into your event with your logo.

    Sky show
  4. 04

    Desert safari

    Dune drives and a camp under the stars.

    Expedition
  5. 05

    Helicopter over Dubai

    The Burj Khalifa, the Palm and the coast.

    Helicopter
  6. 06

    Zipline Jebel Jais

    The UAE's highest mountain, home to one of the longest ziplines on Earth.

    Expedition

United Arab Emirates trip facts

Region
Middle East
Capital
Abu Dhabi
Gateway
Dubai or Abu Dhabi
Best time to go
October to April
We can arrange
Skydiving, Hot air balloon, Sky show, Expedition, Helicopter

Skydiving in United Arab Emirates

Want to jump in United Arab Emirates? We plan tandem skydives for first-timers and fun jumps for licensed skydivers, with professional instructors, a camera flyer and the right aircraft. If there's no dropzone where you want to jump, we can bring one — aircraft, parachute systems and crew — with approvals arranged through the local aviation authority.

Top jump idea: Skydive over the Palm Jumeirah.

How skydiving with us works

Sky shows & events in United Arab Emirates

Opening a venue, launching a product or throwing a festival in United Arab Emirates? Nothing gets a crowd on its feet like a skydiver landing right in front of them — trailing smoke, flying a giant flag with your logo. We handle the landing-area survey, airspace permits and safety plan.

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Private expeditions in United Arab Emirates

Our founder Kris has traveled the world and done the adventures most people only dream about. Now it's your turn. Land in Dubai or Abu Dhabi and everything from there is handled — transfers, helicopters, stays, permits, guides, security and medical support — so you never have to think about logistics.

How expeditions work

Build a dropzone in United Arab Emirates

Want skydiving in United Arab Emirates for good? We can set up a complete skydiving operation — pop-up, seasonal or permanent — with aircraft, equipment, instructors and a safety system, working alongside the aviation authority on approvals.

Dropzone in a box

FAQ

United Arab Emirates adventure FAQ

Can I go skydiving in United Arab Emirates?

Yes. We arrange tandem skydives for first-timers and fun jumps for licensed skydivers in United Arab Emirates. If there's no established dropzone where you want to jump, we can bring the aircraft, equipment and instructors and work with the local aviation authority on approvals.

What are the best things to do in United Arab Emirates?

Top picks include Skydive over the Palm Jumeirah, Balloon over the Dubai desert and Sky show for a launch or festival. We can combine them into one private trip, handled end to end.

When is the best time to visit United Arab Emirates for adventure activities?

For most activities, the best window is October to April. We match your dates to the right activities and weather.

How do I get to United Arab Emirates?

Most trips start in Dubai or Abu Dhabi. From there we take care of transfers, private flights or helicopters, stays and permits.

Can you organize a skydiving show for an event in United Arab Emirates?

Yes. Our athletes can jump into festivals, stadiums, launches and private celebrations in United Arab Emirates, landing with your flag or logo. We handle the landing-area survey, airspace permits and safety plan.

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