Dubai Safari Park has introduced a special summer pass and will remain open during the summer months for the first time, the Dubai Municipality announced at the Arabian Travel Market. This new initiative will allow the park to offer limited daily tickets to small groups, ensuring a more intimate experience with the wildlife.
“Last year we trialled this experience and studied the sleeping and feeding patterns of our animals,” stated Ahmed Ibrahim AlZarouni, Head of Public Parks and Recreational Facilities at Dubai Municipality in a Khaleej Times report. He further explained the decision to open during summer: “It was a success last year, so this year we wanted to open it to the public. We wanted to choose the best time of the day for the animals to come out without being affected by the heat.”
The summer pass, available from June to September, includes three unique experiences: Summer Tours, Summer Safari Journey, and Walk In The Wild. These tours are designed to offer guests a two-hour private experience in both the morning and evening, featuring the safari and various animal encounters.
The Safari Journey provides a 90-minute adventure in a private, air-conditioned vehicle, while the Walk in the Wild tour offers an early morning, up-close encounter with wildlife, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in nature and observe animals in their natural habitats.
The park, home to over 3,000 animals across 300 species, reported a 755 percent growth in travel trade sales in 2023. Spread across six zones, Dubai Safari Park not only provides educational presentations but also actively participates in wildlife conservation and welfare strategies.
“Our animals come from diverse habitats around the world,” Ahmed added, emphasizing the park’s commitment to animal comfort. “Their areas are temperature-controlled and designed to cater to their needs.” He highlighted the park’s efforts in replicating natural habitats, such as a large pool for elephants, mimicking their natural environment.