Skiing in Dubai – All You Need To Know

Imagine you are at winter wonderland surrounded by snow, in the middle of a desert country. Welcome to Ski Dubai, one of Dubai’s most unusual theme parks and a ski and snowboarding hotspot. This massive indoor facility presents in the Mall of the Emirates. This ski resort gives a fake snow land and has a controlled climate varying between temp of – 2° C. Ski Dubai is a 22,500-square-meter ski resort with five slopes of varying heights, difficulty levels, and gradients. All levels of skiers can enjoy all the adventurous activities. Remember to follow the rules though. 

Why suffer in the city’s searing 40-degree heat outside when you can relax and enjoy skiing at -4 degrees inside Ski Dubai this summer? Ski Dubai is an unrestricted ski resort located within a shopping mall that allows you to have a truly life-like experience of skiing in Dubai with your loved ones without having to drive too far. You won’t want to leave this happy spot once you step inside, with activities including skiing, snowboarding, zip-lining, chairlift rides, toboggan rides, penguin encounters, and more.

Leaving this place makes your heart cry. A beginner can have fun in the world’s largest indoor snow park. It spans around 3,000 square meters. The experienced skier can have the largest run. As you slide down a 400-meter-long path with a 60-meter-high slope, feel the surge of adrenaline flood through your veins. The Freestyle Zone is also available for exploration. Let’s learn more about skiing in Dubai.

Skiing in Dubai – Fun Activities

1. Snow Park

At Ski Dubai’s Snow Park there are many fun things. The location, which covers a massive 4500-square-meter area, helps kids be kids and adults become kids as everyone enjoys the delight of tossing fresh snow at each other, exploring an inside ice cave, jumping from 10-foot ramps, and remembering to go crazy! After you’ve had your fill of excitement at the park, stop by Avalanche Cafe and Ice Cafe for a cup of delectable hot chocolate and other treats. “Would you like to make a snowman now?”

2. Snow Penguins

Meet the adorable orange-beaked waddling birds who will entice you with their adorableness. Get up close and personal with Ski Dubai’s incredible penguins. Gentoo and King Penguins live in the snow park and will astonish you with their entertaining presentation.

The cost is AED 230 for a 40-minute penguin experience.

3. Ski Slope

If you think you’ve got what it takes to ski down a slope, come to the Ski Dubai Slope and find out. Prepare for some serious winter fun as you slide down for some serious excitement. The 400-meter-long and 80-meter-wide slope provides plenty of room for skiers. There is also a freestyle zone and a snowboarding section that you should visit while skiing in Dubai.

Adults pay AED 200 and children to pay AED 170 for a two-hour slope session. A full-day slope pass costs AED 305 for adults and AED 280 for children.

4. Ski School

Meet world-class instructors who will assist you in learning to ski in Dubai at this iconic ski park. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned master, there are classes to suit your needs. Only at Ski Dubai’s Ski School can you become a master of the slopes in no time.

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Skiing in Dubai – Location and Timings

Ski Dubai is located at the Mall of Emirates on Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai.

The timings are the following:

Sunday to Wednesday – 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Thursday – 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.

Friday – 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.

Saturday – 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

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Skiing in Dubai – Packages and Prices

1. Snow Park

Package Details: 

• This ticket gives you a one-time entrance to the Snow Park at Ski Dubai.
• Snow Bumpers, Bobsled, Climbing Wall, Tubing Run, Ice Cave, and Snow Plough Playground rides are all unlimited.
• You’ll only be able to ride the Zorb Ball once.

Price:

AED 190 for an adult and AED 170 for a child

2 years is the minimum age requirement (Children under 14 must be accompanied by adults)

2. Snow Classic

Package Details: 

• You’ll have unlimited access to all of the rides.
• Thrill ride on a mountain
• One ride on the chairlift

Price:

AED 225 for an adult and AED 225 for a child.

2 years is the minimum age requirement (Children under 14 must be accompanied by adults)

3. Snow Plus

Package Details: 

• You’ll get unlimited access to all rides, including the Chairlift, Mountain Thriller, and Zorb Ball.
• Choose one of the following four options: Penguin Encounter | Snow Bullet Ride | Discovery Lesson | Slope Gloves and Locker Facility Included

Price:

AED 315 for an adult and AED 315 for a child.

Minimum Age: 8 years for the Snow Bullet ride and 2 years for the park. Under 14 years old Children must come with an adult.

4. Snow Premium

Package Details: 

• A 40-minute session with the snow park’s penguins.
• Choose one of the following two options: a Slope Pass | a 60-minute Ski/Snowboard Discovery lesson
• You’ll have unrestricted access to all of the rides.
• One photograph, as well as a photo book, gloves, and a locker.
• At the park’s North 28 Restaurant, you can get a cup of hot chocolate, a meal, a bottle of water, and hand warmers.

Price:

AED 490 for an adult and AED 490 for a child.

The park’s minimum age requirement is two years, and the Snow Bullet ride’s minimum age requirement is eight years (Children under 14 years must be accompanied by adults).

5. SkiFly and Snow Classic

Package Details: 

• Rides are available to you at no cost.
• One ride on the chairlift.
• Snow Park
• Thriller ride on a mountain.
• Gloves are required.
• iFLY Dubai offers an exciting 2-minute indoor skydiving experience.

Price:

AED 305 for an adult. AED 305 for a child. Minimum Age: 2 years at the park, 3 years in the indoor skydiving facility (Children under 14 years must be accompanied by adults). Please keep in mind that regardless of the plan you select, you will be required to pay an AED 25 refundable deposit per person at the ticket counter.

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Skiing in Dubai – Ticket Booking

Snow Park Packages & Ski Park: On-the-Spot Booking is available. Book the various packages which was mentioned right above. Wondering how to book? You can go to their official website ‘ skidxb.com.’ Skiing in Dubai, as well as having a great time with friends and family, is a great way to beat the heat this summer.