Dubai Adventure and Nature Activities

Dubai is a city where modernity, luxury and adventure combine perfectly. Visiting it is a perfect opportunity to take a risk and get in touch with nature, as there are countless options. Among the things to see and do in Dubai are: parachute, fly over the desert or the city in a balloon, slide on a zip line, ride a speedboat, camel or quad and flyboard in the waters of the Persian Gulf. Nor can you miss some of its water parks such as Aqua Fun or Aquaventure Waterpark. The options are endless.

If you really love adventure, this experience is a must-do: you'll fly over The Palm area in Dubai on a tandem skydiving experience. For many, this is one of the best activities in Dubai, for its high load of adventure, which will raise your adrenaline to the maximum.

In the company of an expert instructor you will make the jump from a helicopter, to descend in free fall. Meanwhile, you will observe the silhouette that forms the island complex of The Palm, one of the most famous images of Dubai.

The free fall lasts for a period of 1 minute and, during this time, you will not only see the skyscrapers, but all the splendor of the coast and iconic buildings such as the Burj Al Arab, which is among the tallest buildings on the planet, or the Ain Dubai, the largest Ferris wheel in the world. The best part is that the whole experience will be recorded in photos and video so you can relive the moment of take-off from the ground and landing.

Information of interest

• Price: the experience has an approximate cost of 639€ per person (photos and video included).
• Duration: generally, the stipulated time for this experience is 3 hours.

Thrill seekers will find in Dubai a paradise of adventures, and one of them is sliding on the XLine zip line at Dubai Marina. For this activity, you will be equipped with the necessary safety equipment and receive instructions from professionals.

First, you will complete an initial training session and then you will be ready for the big slide. You will jump from a height of approximately 170 meters above the marina area and, on the way, you will reach a speed of approximately 80 km / h, leaving from the Amwaj Towers.

Also during the slide you will be able to appreciate the beauty of the city from above, especially in the marina area and surroundings. You will get a glimpse of famous buildings such as the Cayan Tower and the Princess Tower. At the end, you will receive photos and a video of your experience, for you to keep and share this extreme experience.

Information of interest

• Price: you will have to pay around 160€ per person (photos and video included).
• Duration: the experience can last about an hour.

In case you are more inclined towards water experiences, one option I recommend is to sail at full speed by joining a speedboat tour in Dubai. On this adventure you will glide through the water in the company of a small group and a guide to explore the surroundings of the urban waterfront.

You will move from the marina in the direction of some of the city's iconic landmarks, such as:

• The Burj Khalifa, which holds the title of tallest building in the world. You will see the imposing structure from the water.
• The Burj Al Arab, the world-renowned luxury hotel.
• The Palm Jumeirah, an island formed by several hotels and luxury residences that form a palm tree silhouette.

During the tour you can take panoramic photographs of the various attractions. The tour takes less than an hour, so you will have plenty of time for other activities, such as visiting the most important neighborhoods of Dubai or joining one of the tours and excursions in Dubai.

Useful information

• Price: the tour has an approximate value of 25€ per person.
• Duration: it is estimated that the activity has an average duration of 45 minutes.

Another adventure ride you can do in Dubai is to fly over the vast expanse of desert dunes in a hot air balloon at sunrise. This experience is even more complete if it includes a typical Arabian breakfast and the presentation of a falcon show, which are traditional birds in the region.

For this activity, the organizers will pick you up in the early morning at your hotel and you will leave for the take-off point. In the company of a group of no more than 10 people, you will float through the sky while watching the impressive desert dunes. In addition, you will witness the arrival of the sun and appreciate the magic of colors that characterizes this spectacle of nature.

After the flight, you will receive a certificate of participation and see the falcon show, who, led by falconers, perform some acrobatics in the air. You will also enjoy a traditional breakfast. In fact, if you are interested in the culinary theme, consider joining one of the gastronomic tours of Dubai to taste delicious flavors in the city.

Interesting information

• Price: from 329€ per person.
• Duration: including round-trip transfers, the experience lasts about 5 hours.

Dubai offers its visitors a wide variety of theme parks and water parks, so I can not leave out of these recommendations a visit to Aqua Fun, where you can spend a day full of fun and adventure in contact with the waters of the Persian Gulf.

In this experience, you can have fun in the more than 25 meters that correspond to the Aqua Fun, performing dynamics and fun games. It is a structure with approximately 110 obstacles that make it the largest inflatable water park in the world.

Likewise, you can enjoy the beach area and rest when you wish. Life jackets and lifeguards will ensure your safety and that of your companions at all times. You will have an unforgettable day and still have time to explore Dubai by night.

Useful information

• Price: from 92€ per person.
• Duration: depends on the time you want to stay in the facilities according to the schedule of each season.

If you are looking for a dry land adventure and want to get in touch with the arid nature near Dubai, then join this experience to explore the desert on a dune safari with camel ride, quad tour, sandboarding, show and barbecue dinner. This is one of the most complete adventures you can experience in the desert, taking advantage of almost all the possible plans in this space.

In a span of approximately 6 hours, you will live an integral adventure in the desert that will begin with the 4x4 ride through the dunes. You will also travel on a quad that you can drive yourself and, to be even more traditional, you can travel the vast expanses of land on a camel. We recommend that you follow all the tips for visiting the desert of Dubai.

At the end of the day's desert exploration, you will enjoy a delicious barbecue dinner, where several traditional dishes will be served , with local products and drinks. In addition, you will witness a live show, consisting of a display of belly dancing and Arabic music.

Information of interest

• Price: from 116€ per person.
• Duration: you must have at least 6 hours, including pick up and return to the hotel.

Flyboarding is an aquatic activity that is gaining popularity every day, and Dubai gives you the opportunity to practice it. The idea is for you to master the waves with a 30-minute flyboard adventure. Depending on your skills, you will be able to perform some maneuvers and acrobatics, with the advice of a professional instructor.

Before you start floating on the water, the specialist will explain the best practices of use and safety and you will receive the necessary equipment, including the device. Afterwards, you will enter the water and begin to rise.

Hopefully, you will be able to execute some movements and maneuvers, as well as appreciate the urban landscape of Dubai mixed with the blue background of the waters of the Persian Gulf. In addition, you can choose to flyboard for 30 or 40 minutes, whichever you decide. In case you want to incorporate other water activities into your itinerary, consider also the Dubai Marina cruises.

Interesting information

• Price: from €72 per person.
• Duration: Generally, you can choose between 30 and 40 minutes of practice.

If you intend to spend 4 days in Dubai or more, consider visiting Motiongate Dubai. You will be immersed in the fantasy of the world of cinema for a whole day, where adventure will be the main ingredient.

Motiongate Dubai is the largest theme park in the Middle East. It is inspired by a wide range of Hollywood movies, making it ideal for fun experiences in the company of family and friends.

With the entrance fee, you get unlimited access to the four zones of the park:

• DreamWorks, where you can interact with characters from the universe of Shrek and Madagascar.
• Columbia Pictures, to travel in the world of films such as Ghostbusters and Hotel Transylvania in its various attractions.
• Lionsgate, with original games inspired by productions such as The Hunger Games.
• Smurfs Village, the village that recreates the wonderful universe of The Smurfs.

In short, you will enjoy some 18 characters from different movies, several roller coasters, live shows, simulators and other family attractions.

Useful information

• Price: approximately 75€ per person.
• Duration: about 6 hours.

If you want to elevate your stay in Dubai, one of the best ways to do so is by drifting through the city's sky aboard a hot air balloon. This is the experience that the Dubai Balloon offers for lovers of heights, futuristic architecture and panoramic photographs.

From about 300 meters high you can appreciate the grandeur of The Palm Jumeirah, in an adventure of about 10 minutes. You will also be able to see the most iconic skyscrapers in the world and the modernity of its landscapes. In addition, a very interesting aspect is that you can do the tour during the day or at sunset.

Before starting the activity, you will receive guidance from the instructor so that you always remain confident and safe. Once the ascent begins, you will appreciate Dubai's landmarks from a different perspective.

Information of interest

• Price: about 44€ per person.
• Duration: the flight is estimated at 10 minutes, but you should consider the transfers to the take-off point.

As Aquaventure Waterpark is one of the best water parks in Dubai, it could not be left out of this selection. In its facilities you can live exciting moments sliding down its slides that will test your level of courage.

You will go down the Aquaconda, which is 25 meters high, as well as the Leap of Faith, which by its horizontal inclination leaves more than one breathless. You will also see a special slide that emulates a shark attack, with a transparent structure that allows you to see several of these animals in a tank. I should also mention the artificial wave pool, to surf according to your age and level.

You will also enter the park's aquarium, The Lost Chambers, which contains 65,000 marine species such as jellyfish, rays, tropical fish and, of course, sharks. If all this is not enough for you, you should know that this aquatic complex has its own beach, where you can rest and relax.

Information of interest

• Price: from 86€ per person.
• Duration: it is estimated a stay in the park between 8 and 12 hours.