Joanna James
The azure waters bordering Dubai may not be as talked about as the city’s stunning skyline and sprawling golden deserts, but for many travellers to the metropolis, the urban seaside is the host to a plethora of thrilling water sports, treating them to their slice of bliss in the exhilarating waters.
Year-round sunshine, crystal clear waters, amazing marine life and underwater treasures with the likes of centuries-old shipwrecks — all join forces to make both snorkelling and scuba diving excellent pastime activities to experience the alluring waters of the Gulf city. Snorkel up and hit the wide-open seas and descend deep into the tropical blue, where a host of oceanic wonders await your discovery. While scuba diving certainly allows for a more immersive underwater experience, these crystal clear waters surely won’t leave excited snorkelers disappointed either.
Longing adrenaline junkies to the bustling city, nothing sates your appetite for fun and adventure like a daredevil jet ski session. Hop aboard the wicked machine and brace yourself as you whizz across the ocean at hair-raising speed, experiencing the raw power of the motorised oceanic beast. The popularly heart-pumping water sport isn’t one only for thrill-seekers, as many jet ski operators combine the adventure activity with a slice of low-key sightseeing, making for a fun-filled seaside experience for everyone.
Boating across the turquoise waters that border the city of Dubai alone makes for a delightful activity, but that combined with some wonderful sightseeing, it can only get better. Experience one of the best things to do in Dubai from the unruffled waters, admiring some of the dazzling city’s most loved treasures, such as Palm Jumeirah. After a day of blissful sightseeing from the water, retreat to one of the finest hotels or resorts in town; your options include Anantara World Islands Dubai.
Why limit your fun to the water when you can take it to the skies? Enjoy a bird’s eye view of Dubai’s stunning seaside parasailing. Soar into the azure blue like never before and take in breathtaking views of what is one of the world’s most glamorous cityscapes boarded by turquoise waters. Kite Beach, set towards the southwest of central Dubai, is the go-to beach destination for all activities with the likes of parasailing and kite surfing, for its wind conditions are the most perfect for easy manoeuvrability and navigation.
The plethora of exhilarating water sports that call the golden sands of Dubai aren’t only for thrill-seeking daredevils and adrenaline junkies. For families on vacation with kids in tow, banana boating makes the perfect oceanic activity for the entire family. Hop aboard the inflatable, banana-shaped boat and hold on to your dear life as you are being towed away by a speedboat.
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