Glide down the snowy hills of Ski Dubai
Dubai is generally known for its hot and humid climate, but that doesn’t mean you can’t go skiing here! Ski Dubai, the “Middle East’s first indoor ski resort” makes sure you enjoy the chills and thrills of -4°C temperature all year round. Want to know more? Let’s take a tour of this desert-based ski resort.
ABOUT SKI DUBAI
Spread over 22,500 sq. m. , Ski Dubai is an indoor ski resort with an 85-metre snowy hill, which is as high as a 25-storey building! Ski Dubai has playful penguins, slopes and a host of other facilities. Here is all visitors need to know about Ski Dubai offers and more.
THINGS TO DO IN SKI DUBAI
There are many activities in Ski Dubai for winter sports enthusiasts. You could choose to learn just the basics of skiing or train with expert instructors who will help you to jump off a 10-ft ramp! The park has a dedicated freestyle zone for practising as well.
Let’s learn more about these activities.
SKI AND SNOWBOARD
One of the first things to do at Ski Dubai is to hit the slopes for skiing and snowboarding. Catch all the exciting action! You can try out the slopes by yourself or join the Ski School as part of a group.
From children to adults, everyone can get trained via one-on-one sessions with qualified instructors. The Ski School is actually a great way to improve your skiing and boarding skills in a secure-yet-fun environment.
- 2-hour Slope: Available for level 2 hikers, this pass comes with a free locker, unlimited chairlift rides and more.
- Cost: AED 250
- Full-day Slope pass: Level 2 hikers can get a free locker, unlimited chairlift rides and more for a full day.
- Cost: AED 350
- Morning hike: Enjoy two hours of access to the slopes in the morning, along with a free locker.
- Cost: AED 100 per person
- Timings: 08:00 am – 10:00 am, Weekends: 07:00 am – 09:00 am
- Skiing and snowboarding lessons at Ski Academy: Sign up for group or private lessons, inclusive of gear and equipment.
- Cost: From AED 180 per person (Group) | From AED 595 per person (Private)
EXPLORE THE SNOW PARK
At this 4,500 sq. m. snow park, you can build your very own snowman, enjoy tobogganing or go sledging. There are many rides at the Snow Park worth trying! You can go for a chairlift, Mountain Thriller ride, climb towers or explore the indoor ice cave. Snow Park offers the packages listed below.
- Snow Daycation: Enjoy a fun-filled day at the park, with a chairlift ride, zorb ball and Mountain Thriller ride. There is also a choice of penguin encounter, a two-hour slope pass (Skill level 2+), one hour of ski/snowboard lesson and two bullet rides (zipline).
- Cost: AED 295 per person
- Snow Premium: This popular package, offers unlimited access to rides, zorb ball, snow bullet and Mountain Thriller. You also get a choice of a two-hour slope pass (Skill level 2+) and one hour of ski/snowboard lesson in this offer.
- Cost: AED 450 per person
- Snow Park Pass: Get one-time access to the park and unlimited access to the rides! Try sliding hill, snow play playground, zorb ball, tubing run and more.
- Cost: From AED 220 per person
MEET THE PENGUINS
One of the best things about Ski Dubai is that the facility offers visitors the chance to meet one of the most interesting birds in the animal kingdom – penguins in their adapted habitat.
Penguin Encounter: Book this package to enjoy 40 minutes of an educational session about Gentoo and King penguin. You must arrive 40 minutes prior to the booked time.
- Cost: AED 230
DINE AT THE SKI DUBAI CAFÉS AND RESTAURANTS
There are three dining spots at the facility.
NORTH 28 RESTAURANT
If you are famished after all the skiing and need to fuel up, head to this café at Ski Dubai. This signature hot chocolate in this Alps-themed cafe in Ski Dubai is so cosy…you will feel rested enough to resume all the snowy fun after eating your fill. This is an all-dining facility.
- Location: Next to the Ski Dubai entrance
AVALANCHE CAFÉ
This one is located halfway on the slope and lets you relax with good views. Apart from the hot beverages, you can enjoy delicious hot dogs and other light treats here.
- Location: On the Slope
ICE CAFÉ
You can get some savoury treats at this café near the snow plough in the snow park area. They offer snacks and drinks.
- Location: Snow Park
Please note:
- No reservation is required at the restaurants. For more information about Ski Dubai’s dining outlets, call at +971-4-409-4164.
- Children aged between 3 and 14 are eligible for most facilities. However, all of them must be accompanied by an adult.
- All passes include outfits and rental equipment.
- Check their website to know the maximum number of people allowed for each activity.
SKI DUBAI TICKETS
The Ski Dubai ticket price varies depending on the activities. You can expect to pay around AED 180 to AED 500.
FAQs
WHERE IS SKI DUBAI?
Ski Dubai is located in the Mall of the Emirates.
WHERE TO BUY MY GEAR AND EQUIPMENT?
You can choose your gear and equipment online and collect it from the counter (located next to Snow Pro) 24 hours before booking.
WHAT ARE THE SKI DUBAI TIMINGS?
This attraction is open seven days a week. Timings are as follows:
- Mon – Fri: 10:00 am – 12:00 am
- Sat – Sun : 09:00 am – 12:00 am
I NEED MORE INFORMATION, WHO CAN I CONTACT?
You can reach out to the resort by filling out the form available on their website.
All in all, this is one of the must-visit attractions in Dubai. Parents looking for cool indoor activities for children can find Ski Dubai to be a great option.
While this is certainly one of the biggest attractions of the shopping paradise, there are many other things to do at the Mall of the Emirates. With that, we wrap our guide to Ski Dubai.
Aside from this facility, you can sign up for these indoor summer activities in Dubai. Can’t get enough? Head to Snow Abu Dhabi when the summer months come along next.
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