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6-Day Adventurous Dubai Itinerary in December 2023

  1. Day 1: Dubai Mall
    20 minutes (11 miles) from Dubai International Airport

    Start the day off with a visit to the world's largest mall, Dubai Mall. Get your adrenaline pumping with an indoor ice skating rink, VR Park, and theme park. In the afternoon, explore the mall's aquarium and underwater zoo. End the day with an evening fountain show.

  2. Day 2: Dubai Miracle Garden
    30 minutes (14 miles) from Dubai Mall

    Discover a world of flowers at Dubai Miracle Garden, the world's largest flower garden. Early in the morning, explore the garden's 45 million flowers in unique shapes. In the afternoon, head to Dubai Autodrome for a heart-pumping go-kart race. End the day with an evening desert safari complete with dune bashing, camel riding, and a traditional Arabic dinner.

  3. Day 3: Ski Dubai
    20 minutes (9 miles) from Dubai Miracle Garden

    Escape the desert heat and hit the slopes at Ski Dubai, an indoor ski resort. In the morning, experience skiing and snowboarding on real snow slopes. In the afternoon, head to the Dubai Marina for a speedboat tour of the Palm Jumeirah and Burj Al Arab. End the day with an evening zipline ride across Dubai Marina.

  4. Day 4: Dubai Miracle Water Park
    30 minutes (14 miles) from Ski Dubai

    Cool off at Dubai Miracle Water Park, one of the world's largest waterparks. In the morning, enjoy thrilling water rides and slides. In the afternoon, visit Dubai Glow Garden, a unique park with luminous structures and sculptures. End the day with an evening dinner at Dubai Creek, the city's historical heart.

  5. Day 5: Skydive Dubai
    20 minutes (10 miles) from Dubai Miracle Water Park

    Experience the ultimate adrenaline rush with a tandem skydive over Dubai. In the morning, jump from a plane 13,000 feet above the Palm Jumeirah and enjoy the views of Dubai's iconic skyline. In the afternoon, head to the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo for a close encounter with sharks and rays. End the day with an evening visit to the Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building.

  6. Day 6: Dubai Parks and Resorts
    30 minutes (18 miles) from Skydive Dubai

    End your trip with a visit to Dubai Parks and Resorts, the Middle East's largest integrated theme park. In the morning, explore the park's four theme parks: Motiongate, Bollywood Parks, Legoland, and Legoland Water Park. In the afternoon, head to the Dubai Miracle Garden for a quick visit before your flight back home.

Recommendations

Other adventurous activities to consider include hot air balloon rides, indoor skydiving, and shark diving. Side trips to Abu Dhabi and Sharjah are highly recommended for cultural and historical attractions. To maximize your fun, purchase a Dubai Explorer Pass for discounted access to the city's top attractions. Don't forget to pack sunscreen, comfortable walking shoes, and a camera to capture the memories.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Dubai Mall (6 hours, AED 100)
  • Dubai Miracle Garden (6 hours, AED 120)
  • Ski Dubai (6 hours, AED 300)
  • Dubai Miracle Water Park (6 hours, AED 250)
  • Skydive Dubai (4 hours, AED 1,500)
  • Dubai Parks and Resorts (8 hours, AED 350)
  • Total Estimated Costs: AED 2,620
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