From meandering through the town's centre to checking out a museum, here's how you can plan your itinerary
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Since the peak of summer heat, several UAE adventures have been offered at near-giveaway prices, with discounts of up to 70 per cent. After all, not many people would want to bask in the sun as temperatures hovered over the 50-degree mark.
Yet, there are those who don't mind the heat when it comes to adventures — and for these thrill-seekers, now is the best time to go for it.
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Local tour agencies confirmed to Khaleej Times that many activities are available at discounted rates — but since temperatures are expected to dip around September, many of these deals would be active only until the end of August.
This means, those looking to book these adventures have only 20 days to grab the promos. Here's a list of what's on offer:
If you ever dreamed of hitting the waves on a Jet Ski, this is the deal.
At Sharjah's Al Mamzar Beach, you can rent one for less than Dh100 per hour, down from the usual Dh250. In Jumeirah, the experience is also discounted, with rates dropping from Dh450 to Dh210 per hour.
For those looking to enjoy the sea in style, yachts can be rented for only Dh300 per hour, instead of the usual Dh450.
A standard cruise would take you out in the open sea, allowing you to enjoy views of the coastline and the city skyline as you sip a drink on the yacht.
Love the desert? Take a buggy and explore the golden slopes. You can rent these vehicles, which range from 25cc to 400cc, at discounts of up to 50 per cent. Depending on the location and provider, rides can last from 30 minutes to several hours and include scenic stops in the desert.
You've never really experienced Dubai heritage if you haven't had dinner on a dhow. Combining tradition with modern comforts, this dhow offers a serene experience on the waters as it cruises along the emirate's iconic landmarks.
In Festival City, the price for the dinner cruise has dropped from Dh60 to Dh45, while in Marina, it’s now Dh70, down from Dh100.
In the waters of Fujairah, Khor Fakkan, and Kalba, scuba divers are in for incredible views of marine life, with schools of fish and turtles weaving in and out of colourful coral reefs.
A scuba diving experience can be booked for just Dh250, down from the usual Dh400. This hour-long dive is available in the eastern towns and some parts of Dubai.
As you enter the vast, golden landscape in a 4x4 vehicle, the excitement of dune-bashing kicks in.
Desert drives — which include shared transport, a desert safari camp experience, and barbeque dinner — are currently available at a starting price of Dh70. This is expected to spike during the winter months when demand soars.
With just a few weeks remaining before prices return to the usual rates in September, now is the perfect time to take advantage of these discounted adventures. All these activities can be booked online through various websites.
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