Dubai Safari Park to offer novel night safari from this month

Dubai: Dubai Safari Park has announced to launch its much-awaited night safari soon.

Starting 13 December, Dubai Safari Park will extend its timings, enabling visitors to enjoy night safaris.

The novel experience will offer residents and visitors a chance to appreciate wildlife by night-time. Combined with a host of other activities, the night safari will welcome visitors for a limited period — from December 13, 2024 to January 12, 2025.

Two night safaris

The extended hours will allow visitors to engage with wildlife in new ways. During the course of two nightly safaris led by expert wildlife guides, visitors can expect to catch a glimpse of the night-time routines of over 90 species besides participating in interactive activities involving animals. In addition, an array of live performances, including an African fire show and a neon show, will mesmerise visitors.

Enhanced night vision

Guests will leave with a greater understanding of the natural adaptations, such as enhanced night vision, echolocation, and a heightened sense of smell and hearing, that enable animals in the wild to thrive at night. The highlights for night-time visitors include the changes in the animals’ behaviour as the evening deepens; this includes the increased roaring of lions, the heightened activity of the usually elusive pygmy hippos, and the intensified predatory instincts of carnivores primed for nocturnal hunting.

Education

“At Dubai Safari Park, we aim to educate our visitors about the marvels of the animal kingdom,” said Ahmad Al Zarouni, Director of Public Parks and Recreational Facilities at Dubai Municipality.

“With the introduction of the unique night safari, we are excited to reveal a new perspective on the world of wildlife after dark. This experience offers a rare opportunity to explore hidden aspects of life in the wild and learn about our constant efforts to enhance animal welfare, by day and by night. We hope to inspire a deeper appreciation for wildlife and encourage a new generation of animal welfare advocates across the region.”

He added: “Furthermore, coinciding with the country’s peak tourist season, this unique experience — which can be enjoyed by residents and visitors to Dubai alike — not only builds on the city’s vibrant lifestyle offerings but also reinforces the emirate’s position as a global travel destination. This initiative is yet another example of how Dubai consistently exceeds expectations in delivering memorable moments for everyone.”

Animal welfare

Dubai Safari Park places animal welfare at the forefront of its operations. Well-considered measures are in place to ensure that the ecosystem and animals’ natural routines remain undisturbed for the entire period when the night safaris are conducted. Only nocturnally active species will be part of the safari experience, allowing guests to observe them in their most natural state.

Timings

The night safari, along with the evening experiences, will run exclusively from December 13, 2024 to January 12, 2025, from 6pm to 8pm. Tickets will be sold starting from December 11 and visitors are encouraged to secure their night safari tickets from dubaisafari.ae as availability is limited.