Joanna James
Dubbed the city of gold, the modern metropolis of Dubai never ceases to amaze its visitors with its alluring attractions and uber-indulgent experiences. Delve in to explore a handpicked list of 7 amazing experiences that you can only have in this utopian city.
Located in proximity to premier accommodation options, the likes of Anantara World Islands Dubai, the Atlantis Aquaventure adventure park is the world's largest water park. It is home to over a whopping 105 waterslides and attractions that will blow you out of the water!
Pro tip: Since the park is notoriously large and you could tend to miss out on a handful of slides, be sure to check out Poseidon’s Revenge slide along with the leap of faith - you’ll sure be in for a treat!
Regarded as one of the best things to do in Dubai, Desert Safaris are indeed a unique spectacle that would certainly surprise you with its quirks and perks. Desert safaris in Dubai typically include a dune bashing ride on the dunes accompanied by an assortment of photo and entertainment opportunities.
Pro tip: When you are booking a safari, be sure to opt for an all-inclusive package. Call the tour operator and clarify what’s included and what's not before locking a slot.
Skydive Dubai is one of the safest and most renowned sky-diving experience providers in Dubai. Though the experience will be on the higher end of the price spectrum, it will indeed be an experience of a lifetime. It's not every day that you freefall from 13000ft right?
Skiing on sand doesn't make sense right? On the contrary, it completely does. Having a similar consistency as snow dunes, the towering dunes of Dubai let you ski on them! You can book this experience by getting in touch with a local tour operator.
Wish to experience a thrill ride in a perfectly air-conditioned enclosure? Hop onto the storm coaster at the Dubai Hills Mall to enjoy the ride of a lifetime! Launching at breakneck speeds of up to 41kmph, this indoor roller coaster is not for the faint-hearted!
Love fast cars? Head on over to the Dubai Autodrome to experience driving some of the world's fastest cars. The list of cars you can drive here ranges from Ferraris and BMWs to the ‘OG’ 2000 Jaguar R1 or the 2002 Arrows A23 F1 Cars!
Please note: This experience requires you to have a valid driver’s license from your own country!
Pro tip: If you are looking for a budget-friendly yet thrilling driving experience, you can try the karting experience which will also be a treat to your driving shoes!
Even though it won't be as thrilling as the rest of the experiences on the list, It comes with the perk of amazing aerial photo opportunities and the joy of floating through the clouds. You can book a hot air balloon ride by getting in touch with a local tour operator.
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