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 one-of-its-kind indoor ski resort”, allows you to 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—as high as a 25-storey building! It also has playful penguins, slopes and a host of other facilities. Here is all visitors need to know about Ski Dubai’s offers and more.
THINGS TO DO IN SKI DUBAI
Ski Dubai offers many activities for winter sports enthusiasts. You can learn the basics of skiing or train with expert instructors who will help you jump off a 10-foot ramp! The park also has a dedicated freestyle zone for practising.
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 the slopes or join the ski school as a group.
Everyone can get trained via one-on-one sessions with qualified instructors, from children to adults. The Ski School is a great way to improve your skiing and boarding skills in a secure yet fun environment.
- 2-hour Slope: This pass is available for level 2 hikers and includes 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
- Snow Premium: 40-minute penguin encounter, access to snow park and unlimited chairlift rides
- Cost: AED 450 per person
- 1-month slope membership: A month-long slope access, unlimited chairlift rides and discounts on F&B and retail.
- Cost: AED 1,499 per person
- Skiing lessons at Ski Academy:
- Group lessons: AED 225
- Private lessons: AED 595
- Snowboarding at Ski Academy:
- Group lessons: AED 180
- Private lessons: AED 595
- Ski Camps: AED 885
- Snowboard Camps: AED 1,030
EXPLORE THE SNOW PARK
At this 4,500 sq. m. snow park, you can build your snowman and enjoy tobogganing or sledging. Many rides at the Snow Park are 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. It also includes a two-hour slope pass (Skill level 2+) and one hour of ski/snowboard lessons.
- Cost: AED 450 per person
- Snow Park Pass: Get one-time access to the park and unlimited access to the rides! Try sliding hills, snow play playgrounds, zorb balls, tubing runs 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 habitat.
- Penguin Encounter: Book this package to enjoy 40 minutes of an educational session about Gentoo and the King penguin. You must arrive 40 minutes before the booked time.
- Cost: From AED 230
Snow Royal Passes
Treat your little one to a Snow Royalty makeover at Ski Dubai. Your kid can choose from various costumes and meet the Snow Queen herself!
- Noble Package: Get one-time snow park access, unlimited rides and a digital photoshoot.
- Cost: AED 499
- Monarch Package: One-time access to the snow park, unlimited rides and a royal photobook.
- Cost: AED 699
- Regal Package: One-time access to snow park, unlimited rides, personalised photobook and a three-second highlight video.
- Cost: AED 999
Please note that kids aged between 4-11 years must be accompanied by an adult (with a valid Snow Park ticket). All royal passes include outfit rental.
SNOW CINEMA
Snow Cinema offers you a magical experience. You can enjoy the latest flicks here, surrounded by snow. The cinema features a cosy lounge-style seating area, and you get a wireless headset. All you must do is tune into the dedicated frequency and enjoy the movie.
DINE AT THE SKI DUBAI CAFÉS AND RESTAURANTS
There are three dining spots at the facility.
NORTH 28 RESTAURANT
If you are hungry after all the skiing and need to fuel up, head to this café at Ski Dubai. The signature hot chocolate in this Alps-themed cafe is so cosy that 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
- Contact: +971-4-409-4132
AVALANCHE CAFÉ
This one is located halfway on the slope and lets you relax with good views. In addition to the hot beverages, you can enjoy delicious hot dogs and other light treats here.
- Location: On the Slope
- Contact: +971-4-409-4164
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
- Contact: +971-4-409-4164
Please note:
- No reservation is required at the restaurants.
- 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 for the maximum number of people allowed for each activity.
SKI DUBAI TICKETS
The Ski Dubai ticket price varies depending on the activities. For one-time access to the snow park, you can expect to pay around AED 220.
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 (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:
- Monday to Thursday: 10:00 am – 11:00 pm
- Friday: 10:00 am – 12:00 am
- Saturday and Sunday: 09:00 am – 12:00 am
I NEED MORE INFORMATION, WHO CAN I CONTACT?
You can contact the resort by filling out the form 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 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 up our guide to Ski Dubai. In addition to this facility, you can sign up for 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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