attractions ACTIVITIES
Calling all adventurers
For thrilling ways to spend leisure time in Dubai, why not explore the ocean floor, mount up for a camel-trekking safari, or suit up for a high-octane driving experience?
WATER WORLD Thanks to Dubai’s unique coast- line, groups now have the chance to sail around The World in just 80 minutes. Charter a 10-metre cruiser and zip around the manmade islands that make up The World, as well as sail past landmarks such as Burj Al Arab, Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah. Most cruisers offer refresh- ments on board and provide a running commentary on the sights. The activity is ideal for small groups of up to six people. Other sea-cruising options
include taking a 20-metre cata- maran out for a corporate party. These large vessels can take up to 50 people and can be hired for three hours or for a whole day. Additional water activities include taking a dhow or dinner cruise, while most beach resorts also offer a range of water sports, such as jet skiing, parasailing, surfi ng and scuba diving. The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi
Beach Resort & Marina offers boat charters and water sports.
The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort and Marina +971 4 3994141
westinminaseyahi.com
MOUNTAIN ADVENTURES The UAE is home to some ama zing, unspoiled mountain landscapes and wadis (dry river beds). Tour opera- tors such as Arabian Adventures can organise a variety of trips deep into this wilderness to allow intrepid explorers a chance to experience the natural landscape. For more active members of the
group, a trek can be arranged. The neighbouring emirate of Ras Al Khaimah offers the tallest peaks in the UAE, while Fossil Rock, said to be the steepest vehicle ascent in the UAE, is another popular spot located on the Dubai-Hatta highway. Guided four-by-four excursions
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1 Scuba diving 2 Desert safari 3 Mountain biking
DUNE EXCITEMENT The desert around Dubai city remains a top draw card for visi- tors looking to experience their very own Arabian adventure. For adrenalin-fuelled action, a
four-by-four desert drive is hard to beat. Experienced tour guides take passengers on a roller coaster ride over undulating sand dunes and then stop at a desert camp, where guests enjoy activities including sand skiing and quad biking over the smaller dunes. A traditional Arabic meal is served for guests, accompanied by a belly dancing performance under the stars. Try Dubai-based DMC Alpha
Tours, which also offers helicopter charter tours.
Alpha Tours +971 4 2949888
alphatoursdubai.com
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through the Hajar Mountains, desert and wadis are also available. The Hatta Fort Hotel is an ideal base for mountain adventures. The hotel can arrange tailormade functions, events, concerts and banqueting for groups of up to 2,000 people. The Jebel Ali Hotel offers team- building activities such as golf and archery plus interactive experiences such as stargazing.
Arabian Adventures +971 4 3034888
arabian-adventures.com
Jebel Ali Resorts & Hotels +971 4 8099333
jaresorthotels.com
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