Dubai Safari Park opened its doors for Season 8 today (October 12) welcoming visitors with a week of family-friendly activities and wildlife experiences during the school mid-term break.
Running from October 12 to 18, the Wildest Opening Week features activities at the African Village Plaza Area, including Little Explorers’ Base Camp, a dedicated adventure zone for younger visitors open daily from 10am to 6pm.
The zone offers safari-themed face painting, temporary tattoos, arts and crafts, lawn games and inflatables.
Children can also participate in the Wild Creations Clay Station, where they can paint animal figures such as lions, monkeys and hippos, while the Wild Ink station provides safari-inspired temporary tattoos for visitors of all ages.
Families can enjoy giant versions of classic games, including Connect 4, Jenga and Tic-Tac-Toe.
The opening celebrations also feature The Wild Welcome, a 25-minute stage show marking the start of the new season.
Beyond the opening-week festivities, visitors can explore the park’s range of wildlife attractions, including drive-through safari tours, daily live presentations and close-up animal encounters designed to encourage greater appreciation of wildlife and conservation.
The Arabian Desert Safari Tour is included with all park tickets, while visitors can upgrade to the Safari Bundle for the Explorer Safari Tour, offering opportunities to see lions, giraffes and rhinos in open-range habitats.
For those seeking more exclusive experiences, the park offers premium packages such as King of Safari, Behind the Scenes, Dine in the Wild and Jungle Capture.
These experiences include options for private tours, behind-the-scenes access and dining near animals.
The park’s live presentations include Bird’s Kingdom, Echoes of the Wild and Birds of Prey, providing insights into animal behaviour and conservation efforts.
The new season aims to combine entertainment, education and wildlife encounters, offering visitors of different ages opportunities to engage with animals while enjoying a range of outdoor activities.
With its expanded programme of family attractions and safari experiences, Dubai Safari Park is inviting residents and tourists to discover its wildlife offerings throughout Season 8. -TTN