The adventures in Dubai are extraordinary, and that’s not limited to luxury experiences, exploring the gleaming city skyline or visiting superlative attractions. Dubai knows how to drive excitement into exhilaration. The city is not only full of attractions that draw awe, but it also offers adventure activities that will boost the visitor’s adrenaline rush.
Dubai is quite popular for the diverse variety of adventure sports it presents to its visitors, even for those who want to experience the rush of adrenaline all by themselves. For someone in these criteria, Dubai is a perfect choice as adventure sports are easily accessible, have secure zones with top-class security measures in place, carried out by expert professionals in the field. There are plenty of things to do with your close-knit group, but many stand out as fascinating things to do alone in Dubai. Here are a few of the most popular solo adventure sports in Dubai you can check out on your holiday.
Ziplining
For a quick adrenaline kick while exploring Dubai’s splendours, check out the Xline Dubai – the world’s longest urban ziplining experience. For a solo adventurer, it is one of the must-try adventure sports in Dubai that will get your heart pumping in no time! Get ready to feel the rush of speed as you soar across Dubai Marina at 80 km/hr, taking in the glittering Marina scenery as you go. Perched on top of the Dubai Marina Mall, you may almost feel as if you’ve taken a brief flight like a bird, gliding over the stylish boats below and taking in the glittering buildings and water of the marina until you reach the other end. The excitement and scenery make the journey memorable, even if it’s only a 1-kilometre sprint that ends in a flash.
Skydiving
Skydiving in the desert on your own is an exhilarating experience that Dubai offers to daring adventurers who aren’t afraid to jump out of planes. If you do not have the fear of heights, then this is something you have to try all by yourself! With Sky Dive Dubai, you can plunge, soar and elevate your thrill not just in their desert dunes, but also above the iconic Palm Jumeirah, which offers a stellar panorama than that of the Arabian desert. Yes, skydiving in Dubai takes place at two drop zones – Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Desert Campus. There is one catch, though: you need to be a certified skydiver and in good health to go on a solo skydiving adventure. The rest will be taken care of by the best skydiving instructors in the world, who make it look easy, and resolve to walk away after the experience, utterly thrilled to recount the tale of how you mustered the confidence to jump many times on your own.
Parasailing
However, desert adventures are not the ideal things to do during summer in Dubai. So what’s the alternative? Easy! It’s water sports in Dubai’s stunning beaches! We feel parasailing is a great substitute for hot air balloon rides in Dubai. You can feel the sensation of weightlessness as you soar and fly through the air and above Dubai’s Gulf water instead of golden dunes with a parasailing experience. The speed level is also intense than a hot air ballooning experience. Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Beach offer a ton of water sports, and parasailing is one of them. Compared to a hot air balloon in Dubai tour, it takes far less time to gear up and float in the air. It doesn’t matter if you’ve never been on an experience like this before, all you have to do is follow the instructions, fasten your gear and billowing parachute, and wait for the boat journey to start. From there, you will gently lift off and fly to higher heights. As the water spritzes on you while taking in the views from this slight ascent, the rush will make you want to go for more. Likewise, jet skiing adventures in Dubai can be an excellent alternative to dune bashing in the Dubai deserts, and it’s even more refreshing.
Flyboarding
Flyboarding Dubai is an extreme water sport adventure that solo adventurers can try out. Buckle yourself on a board connected to a jet ski via a long hose and hold tight as the jet ski pumps water through a hose to power up your fly board that starts hovering and rising at least 15 feet above the water surface. You feel like Iron Man when you are balanced and moving the board around with nothing to hold on to. As one of the best watersports in Dubai, the sensation of your heart racing in excitement and viewing the sparkling waters and iconic shores from above feels unreal. Once you get the hang of it, try some cool moves like spinning or flipping in the air. You do not need any prior experience, just show up, gear up, understand the safety instructions, and it’s adventure time!
Quad biking
Dune bashing is undoubtedly the star highlight of any Dubai desert adventure safari activities. The exhilaration as a 4×4 swerves and zooms on the undulating dunes is an experience you would never forget in your life. But, on a dune bashing in Dubai experience, you will be sharing the vehicle with other people in the tour, like a rollercoaster ride that you share with fellow visitors. What if you can experience the same thrill by driving solo on the desert dunes? Quad biking is your answer. Quad biking or ATV riding is designed for solo adventurers, as each rider gets the chance to control and drive their own ATV and zip through the dunes as they wish. You can test your driving skills on a steep dune or simply drive, admiring the desert’s calm splendour. The mix of adrenaline rush and freedom to drive in the desert, along with the jaw-dropping dune views, makes it an unforgettable desert adventure.
Skiing
Book Ski Dubai tickets for the most extraordinary adventure in Dubai – Skiing! Yes, in Dubai, there is a massive winter wonderland with snowy slopes perfect for skiing adventures tucked inside a colossal mall – The Mall of the Emirates. At Ski Dubai, where the temperature is at a constant 4 degrees Celsius, you may cross skiing off your list of must-dos as a solo traveller, among other exciting activities like skydiving. Don’t feel left out because Ski Dubai is usually portrayed as an exciting pastime for families and friends. It is equally exciting for solo travellers as well. You can book any package as a solo traveller, gear up and hit the slopes as much as you want.
Surfing
Surfing in Dubai? Yes, just like skiing is possible in Dubai! The city has plenty of spots where you can either enjoy surfing in surf pools or try the natural surfboarding experiences in the Persian Gulf. Sunset Beach’s gulf waters produce the best waves for an exciting surfing experience in Dubai, though not as big as those you find in Australia or Indonesia. Surf House Dubai is the most popular community that offers the best of surfing activities for beginners and seasoned surfers. If you are sceptical about venturing out for surfing, you can get lessons from reputed, certified surf schools as well. Dubai also has artificial wave simulators installed at theme parks for those who want to get a taste of surfing, explore it at Riptide Flowriders in Wild Wadi water park or Wavehouse Dubai at Atlantis the Palm. Still need a bit of confidence? Then try efoiling or wakeboarding, both are quite similar, but less extreme than surfing.
Indoor Underwater Adventures
Dubai’s fascinating attractions also line up to offer its guests to try out new adventures. For instance, when you book Dubai Aquarium and Underwater zoo tickets, add a cage snorkelling adventure activity to explore the aquarium not just from the outside but also by submerging inside the tanks amid several sharks! Similarly, if you are spending time at Lost Chambers Aquarium at the Atlantis the Palm, amp up the adventure quotient with Aquatrek Xtreme and Ultimate Snorkel experiences that let you explore the colourful aquatic life of Ambassador Lagoon. The excitement is amplified if you are a certified diver and visiting Lost Chambers Aquarium, because then you can even try out the freediving explorers experience.
Standup Paddle Boarding
Not so much into getting your blood pumping for an adventure, but looking for something relaxing yet stimulating to do in Dubai other than sightseeing? Try paddleboarding! This adventure is a fusion of mild thrill, but more chilling – perfect for those seeking a moment of solace on calm waters with Dubai’s impressive skyline sparkling in the distance. It is super easy to try, even for beginners, as there are no complicated gears, no long instructions to understand. Just a few briefs on how to stay balanced while you’re floating. It’s really straightforward to attempt, especially for novice solo travellers. Kite Beach is the best place to experience stand-up paddleboarding in Dubai.
Conclusion
If you are eyeing a solo adventure in Dubai that mixes heart-pounding excitement with jaw-dropping views, you are in for a treat! Dubai is a city that doesn’t disappoint adventure enthusiasts, and if you are someone who likes to enjoy adventures alone, then the aforementioned activities are ideal for you. In Dubai, safety and satisfaction are guaranteed. So, leave the worry aside as you are in good hands. All you have to do is decide what kind of adventure you want to have and then live it up!
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