Dubai Safari Park announces opening date of new season

The Dubai Safari Park will bring back its wildlife experience as it reopens for the 2023-24 season on October 5. Bookings to the attraction are now open on its website.

Among the highlights this season are the ‘bird kingdom’ show; Asian Village's showcase that introduces visitors to some of the world's most captivating creatures; and a bird of prey show.

The 119-hectare park is home to 3,000 animals, with 78 species of mammals – including 10 carnivores and 17 primates – 50 types of reptiles, 111 kinds of birds, and amphibians and invertebrates. The park, which remains shut during peak summer, offers visitors the chance to observe animals and birds in their natural habitats.

Overseen by the Dubai Municipality, the park attracted more than half a million visitors last year.

The park has five sections: African Village, Asian Village, Arabian Desert Safari, Explorer Village and the Valley. Ticket options include a day pass and a safari journey, with rates ranging between Dh50 and Dh110 per adult.

Special packages include:

- King of safari: Led by an expert guide, who will share insights about the park's diverse animal species.

- Behind the scenes: It offers a 90-minute behind-the-scenes experience to learn about the daily care services provided to the animals.

- Jungle capture: It will provide three exclusive hours for visitors to take photos of animals from unique locations within the park.

- Dine in the wild: It offers visitors the opportunity to savour their favourite meal in the heart of the park.

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