TOURIST GUIDE TO THE UAE MODERN CITY TOURS • CULTURAL EXPERIENCES • WORLD-CLASS ATTRACTIONS • DESERT SAFARIS • & MORE ADVENTURES TO BE DISCOVERED INSIDE! A journey of relaxation, fun and excitement! Welcome to a place where people from all corners To make your stay as remarkable as you’ve wanted of the world converge – the United Arab Emirates it to be, we at Desert Adventures, the leading (UAE). destination management company in the region, have made the most of what the UAE has in store. Rich in cultural heritage and tradition, the UAE has Accordingly, we have put together some of the rapidly transformed its erstwhile empty desert choicest options that will certainly make every land into a sought-after holiday destination filled minute of your visit count. with exciting attractions and distinctive experiences. Browse through this guide and learn more about all the fun and excitement that you most definitely From well-appointed hotel accommodations and would not want to miss. Make the most of your trip thought-provoking sightseeing tours that by getting in touch with our local experts and showcase the UAE’s natural splendour and representatives. We will be more than happy to intriguing culture to fun-filled theme parks and assist you in making your stay truly memorable. In desert activities, bargain shopping and luxurious the meantime, keep turning the pages and grab an fine dining experiences – all these have made the experience of a lifetime! country a favourite and sought-after destination for both leisure and business travellers all year Here’s wishing you a unforgettable stay in our round. desert full of adventures! TRAVEL TOOL KIT What you need to know Desert Adventures aims to provide you with a host Telecoms: Du and Etisalat are the of opportunities for you to enjoy every moment of country’s telecoms provider. your stay in the UAE. Apart from giving you the Each of them have tourist choicest collection of fun and exciting tours and plans with data and talk time experiences, we have compiled key information to help you stay connected that will certainly help you better understand this during your stay. wonderful place and its amazing people. Contact details of vital institutions and authorities are Internet & WiFi: Data roaming is available also available to help make your stay truly (with charges), with free pleasant and stress-free even in times of need. internet through wifi access also available in public THE UAE: A TRAVELLER’S PARADISE places like airports, shopping malls, coffee shops and Established in 1971, the UAE is a federation of restaurants. Some hotels also seven emirates – Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, provide free wifi access to Ajman, Fujairah, Ras al Khaimah and Umm al guests. Quwain. Each one, unique and rich in tradition, plays a vital role in making the UAE the powerful Getting around: Public transport such as taxis nation it is today. From a humble alliance of quiet and buses are available. coastal towns, the UAE has grown into a formidable union, bustling with commerce, trade and tourism. Estimated Population: 9.77 million (2019) Capital: Abu Dhabi Land Area: 83,600 km² Established: December 2, 1971 Emergency Numbers: Police: 999 Religion: With Islam being the official Fire Department: 997 religion of the UAE, equal Ambulance: 991 respect and tolerance is extended to other religions as Hospitals (DXB): well. Latifa Hospital: +971 4 219 3000 American Hospital: +971 4 309 6645 Language: Arabic is the official language Dubai Hospital: +971 4 219 5000 of the UAE, while English is Al Baraha Hospital: +971 4 271 0000 used in business and Rashid Hospital: +971 4 219 2000 commerce, and is widely Welcare Hospital: +971 4 282 9900 spoken and understood. Jebel Ali Hospital: +971 4 884 5666 Iranian Hospital: +971 4 344 0250 Local Time: +4 GMT Dubai International Airport: +971 4 224 5555 Weekend: Friday and Saturday Flight Enquiry: +971 4 224 5777 Currency: Arab Emirate Dirham (AED) Exchange rate: Holds constant against the US dollar at US$ 1 = AED 3.6725 Credit Cards: Mastercard, Visa, American Express and Diners Club are widely accepted IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER Sandboarding and/or Quad Biking activities are NOT SANCTIONED by Desert Adventures Tourism or any of its representatives. Should you be offered sandboarding and/or quad biking by any of our suppliers and agree to engage in these activities, Desert Adventures Tourism holds no responsibility and cannot be held liable for any incident that may cause harm, injury or death as a result of engaging in such activities. CONTENTS A Desert Full Of Adventures TOP RECOMMENDATIONS SKY & SEA ESCAPADES FAMILY ADVENTURES At The Top, Burj Khalifa |10 Seawings Seaplane |40 Wild Wadi Waterpark |54 Afternoon Desert Safari |11 Yellow Boat |40 Ski Dubai |55 Dubai Top 5 |12 Helicopter Adventure |41 La Perle |56 Ferrari World |13 Balloon Flight |41 Yas Waterworld |57 Dubai Parks and Resorts |14 Abu Dhabi Island Cruise |42 Atlantis Aquaventure |58 Warner Bros. World |15 Musandam - Dibba Cruise |42 The Lost Chambers |58 Night Crab Hunting |43 IMG Worlds of Adventure CITY SIGHTS & INSIGHTS Fishing |43 |59 VR Park |59 Dubai City Tour |18 TASTES & TOURS Hub Zero |60 Talk of The Town |19 Green Planet |60 Modern Dubai Tour |20 Dinner at Bab Al Shams |46 Wadi Adventures |61 Modern Dubai Tour w/ High Burj Al Arab Dining Experience Dolphinarium |61 Tea |21 |46 Hop On, Hop Off |61 Magical Dubai Tour | 22 Dhow Cruise |47 Jebel Jais Picnic |61 Discover Abu Dhabi |23 Armani Afternoon Tea |47 Abu Dhabi City Tour |24 Bateaux Dubai Creek Cruise |47 Abu Dhabi City Tour with Ferrari World or Warner Bros ROADTRIPS & SPORTS World |25 Jebel Jais Flight |50 Magical Abu Dhabi City Tour Bentley City Tour |50 |26 Pistol & Clay Shooting |51 Al Ain City Tour |27 Equestrian Center & Stable Tour Sharjah City Tour |28 |51 East Coast City tour |29 Drive a Ferrari 458 GT |51 F1™ Racetrack Experience |51 INTO THE DESERT Morning Safari |34 Bedouin Culture Safari | 34 Heritage Safari |35 Camel Safari |35 Dune Raiders |36 Private Falconry experience |36 Arabian Village |37 HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE As you browse through this guide, In every introduction, we have We have used icons all throughout take time to read the section listed reminders and general this guide. Here are some examples: introduction to get a good idea of policies that apply to the items in the tours and attractions featured. that particular section. We have seven sections, highlighted on this page. All published information are subject to change without prior notice. Top Recommendations Crowd favourites, best-sellers. Here you’ll find a rundown of the best tours and attractions that have always made it to the list of people who have been to the UAE. Based on both experience and expertise, we bring you the Top 6 activities and places Everybody loved them all; some even avail of these tours over and over again. It’s time you find out why. Here are some guidelines to take note of as you browse through this section: • The activities and attractions in this section fall under various categories that you will find in this tourist guide. • If you wish to find tours and activities similar to a particular item in this section, refer to the icon on the page. City Sights Tastes & Insights & Tours PAGE 17 PAGE 41 Into the Roadtrips Desert & Sports PAGE 29 PAGE 47 Sky & Sea Family Escapades Adventures PAGE 35 PAGE 53 9 Top Recommendations Top Recommendations Top At The Top, Burj Khalifa Afternoon Desert Safari Located on Level 124 of the world’s tallest tower, At The Top, Burj Khalifa gives you a captivating You have never really been to the Middle East until you’ve done the signature Desert Safari. Nothing panorama of Dubai, a view you wouldn’t find anywhere else in the city. beats a firsthand experience of coasting through the sand dunes of the great Arabia. • Enjoy an uninterrupted bird’s eye view of various parts of the city, from the famous Sheikh • A luxury 4x4 vehicle will be sent to pick you up from your hotel and take you straight to Zayed Road and its rows of skyscrapers, the charming neighbourhoods up to the glistening the desert. coastal waters. • Brace yourself for an hour-long, exhilarating dune-bashing experience. • The golden sunset is the most magical hour of any day. What more when you can watch • Step out of the vehicle and soak in the grandeur of the golden desert sunset. Remember the sun descend below the horizon from a view so high up in the sky? At The Top’s to take photos. observation is the perfect spot to view this sunset spectacle. • Grab the opportunity to ride a camel. • As you hop on the elevator that would take you to the observatory, you will be treated to • Feast on a sumptuous BBQ dinner buffet at the authentic Bedouin camp, where you will also be treated to live cultural entertainment. a multimedia presentation that showcases Dubai’s history and the record-breaking story • Drop by the henna tattoo painting booth and get inked with a traditional Arabic design. of the Burj Khalifa. • As it is an essential highlight of every traveller’s UAE itinerary, At The Top tickets sell out fast, so secure your slot as soon as you can. Days of operation: Daily Days of operation: Daily Duration: 1 hour Duration: 6-7 hours (from an afternoon take-off) 10 11 Top Recommendations Top Recommendations Top Dubai Top 5 Ferrari World Home to a host of world wonders, Dubai is a city of sights, sounds and experiences you Ferrari World is the first Ferrari theme park in the world, featuring the world’s fastest roller wouldn’t find anywhere else in the world.