Dubai Safari Park to close for the season on May 31

Dubai - The temporary closure of the facility is primarily aimed at preventing the summer heat from affecting the health of animals.

The Dubai Safari Park will close its doors for the season ending May 31, authorities have announced.

The closure will allow the park officials to protect its animals from any health risks due to the high summer temperatures. During this period, the park’s facilities would be upgraded, the Dubai Municipality said on Wednesday.

The new season of the park would begin in September 2021.

“With the mercury set to rise in the next few months, the temporary closure of the facility is primarily aimed at preventing the summer heat from affecting the health of animals, as part of the park’s animal welfare practices,” the civic body said.

“During this period, climate-controlled enclosures in the park will allow animals to live in comfortable environments close to their natural habitats. The suspension of the park’s activities will also enable it to upgrade facilities and services and conduct maintenance work to enhance the animals’ living areas.”

Ahmad Al Zarouni, Director, Public Parks and Recreational Facilities, said visitors to the Dubai Safari Park will be able to enjoy various entertainment activities and live musical shows before the season ends.

The current season saw a “remarkable visitor turnout”, he noted. “Strict precautionary and preventive measures applied across the park ensured a safe environment for visitors.”

The park offers unique interactive programmes blended into the safari journey.

sahim@khaleejtimes.com