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15+ Fun Outdoor Things To Do This January

Savor the incredible UAE winter and go on an outdoor family adventure with your family while the weather is still pleasant and bearable. To make your lives easier, we have rounded up some awesome outdoor activities that you can experience this January. From a luxurious glamping experience to a nature adventure park and a serene island, there are lots of options waiting for you and your family.

Dubai Miracle Garden

Make the most of the great outdoor weather and enjoy the fresh air amongst a sea of fresh flowers at Dubai Miracle Garden. 

With 70 different flower varieties and around 100 million blooming flowers, the garden is truly a stunning and awe-inspiring venue that people of all ages will love. You will also find intricate and impressive structures made entirely of flowers, like an Airbus 380, which was crowned as the largest floral arrangement by the Guinness Book of World Records. 

Book now with Kidzapp and save on your Dubai Miracle Garden tickets plus earn cashback! 

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Location:
Dubai Miracle Garden, Barsha South
Working Hours:
Mon-Fri 9:00 to 21:00, Sat-Sun until 23:00
Prices:
Adult : AED 69
Child 3-12yrs : AED 60
Under 3s : FREE
People of Determination : FREE

Motiongate Dubai

Go on an exciting outdoor family adventure at Motiongate Dubai, the ultimate adventure land

Inspired by 13 Hollywood blockbuster movies, four of the five zones at Motiongate are also dedicated to Hollywood’s most legendary film studios including Dreamworks, Lionsgate and Columbia Pictures. You and the kiddos will have plenty of exciting and thrilling rides and attractions to experience, and you will get a chance to go face to face with The Ghostbusters, Shrek, The Hunger Games and more of cinema’s most beloved characters.

Book with Kidzapp and get up to 25% OFF the gate price! 

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Location:
Dubai Parks & Resorts, Jebel Ali
Working Hours:
Daily 11:00 to 20:00
Prices:
Adult - Park Pass : AED 295
Child 3-13yrs - Park Pass : AED 295

Splash N Party Dubai

What better way to spend some time outdoors than splishing and splashing at a waterpark? Well then head to Splash N Party, which is set to reopen on January 26, for some major water fun for the kiddos. 

The waterpark features aquatic waterslides, pool and even a thrilling zip line. There are splash pads for the little ones, and a restaurant and juice bar for parents to enjoy their time off while the kiddos frolic in the water. The pool is conveniently temperature-controlled to 30 degrees celsius, so a pleasant swim is guaranteed regardless of weather conditions! 

Book a Day Pass with Kidzapp for just AED 99

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Location:
Al Safa 2, Jumeirah
Working Hours:
Sun-Wed 9:00 to 20:00, Thu-Sat until 21:00
Prices:
Day Pass: AED 99

Also Check: 10+ Places To Have An Awesome Birthday Party For Your Kids in Dubai and Abu Dhabi

Dubai Safari Park

Enjoy the wilderness and an authentic safari experience right in the heart of Dubai with Dubai Safari Park. 

The park is home to 2,500 animals from all over the world that are housed in various 'villages' based on geographical areas, with one village completely dedicated to the mighty beautiful lions. The villages can be accessed using the hop-on-hop-off service. You can also experience interactive activities with some of the animals, including Giraffe Feedings, the Kids Farm and the Grand Aviary which houses plenty of birds. There is also the world’s first drive-thru crocodile exhibit, and the UAE’s only drive-thru hippo and tiger exhibit! Be sure to check out their daily shows so the kiddos can watch different animals performing impressive tricks. Keep in mind that Dubai Safari Park prides itself on its ethical treatments of all its inhabitants, ensuring a safe environment for all. 

Book with Kidzapp and save on your general admission Dubai Safari Park ticket plus earn cashback! 

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Location:
Ras Al Khor Rd
Working Hours:
Daily 9:00 to 17:00
Prices:
Adult 13yrs+ from AED 49.5
Child 3-12yrs from AED 20

Also Check: 15 Amazing Places To Explore Nature In The UAE

Aventura - Nature Adventure Park

Spend your day outdoors swinging through treetops and challenging your family at Aventura, a nature adventure park set in the great Ghaf forest!  

With over 80 challenges and exhilarating zip-lines spread across 5 levels, Aventura guarantees you an incredible one-of-a-kind outdoor adventure. You will find plenty of thrilling attractions including a 25-meter Tarzan jump but there’s also fun for little ones aged 4 to 8 years at the Discovery Circuit, which features friendly yet adventurous activities. So there is something for everyone at Aventura! 

Book with Kidzapp and get 10% OFF your tickets

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Location:
Mushrif National Park, Mirdif
Working Hours:
Mon-Thu 14:00 to 20:00, Fri until 22:00, Sat-Sun 10:00 to 22:00
Prices:
General Admission from AED 134.1

Aquaventure Waterpark, Atlantis, The Palm

Aquaventure Waterpark is the ideal place to spend a super fun family day outdoors. 

With over 30 thrilling slides and attractions, and featuring Dubai’s longest Lazy River and a 500m private beach, Aquaventure is the ultimate family waterpark that has something for everyone. Adrenaline junkies have plenty of world-record-breaking waterslides to enjoy while little tots have Splashers Island to safely enjoy. There‘s also a chance for animal lovers to get up close and personal with sea animals such dolphins, sea lions, sharks and stingrays

Book easily with Kidzapp and earn up to AED 40 cashback

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Location:
Atlantis The Palm, Jumeirah
Working Hours:
Daily 9:45 to 17:45
Prices:
Adult (above 1.2m) : AED 315
Child 3-7yrs (below 1.2m) : AED 265
Child under 3yrs : FREE

Also Check: Top water parks in Dubai and the UAE

Outdoor Playground at Al Barari

Take the kiddos to Al Barari Outdoor Playground for endless outdoor fun where they can play endlessly while enjoying some fresh air. 

The playground features lots of fun games and equipment including a unique ‘Erikson’ play ship, water play areas, splash pad, climbing structure and zipline, enchanting swings, various climbing balancing units and a stand see-saw. Kiddos will also have access to a vegetable patch and you will find plenty of nearby eateries for a delicious bite. 

Book with Kidzapp and get up to 20% OFF your entry ticket, valid from Tuesday to Thursday. 

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Location:
Al Barari
Working Hours:
Tue-Thu 10:00 to 20:00, Fri-Sun from 08:00, Mon CLOSED
Prices:
Adult : AED 20
Child above 90cm : AED 20
Child under 90cm : FREE

Dubai Hills Park

Dubai Hills Park packs a punch and guarantees you an epic family fun day outdoors with its green oasis and three awesome attractions: Splash Pad, Skate Park and an Ice Rink!

Its Splash Pad is an exciting aqua attraction designed for the entire family where parents can sit back and relax while the kiddos splash around the water. Skate Park, on the other hand, is aimed at thrill seekers and keen boarders of all ages. And finally the Ice Rink is the perfect place to skate and glide to your heart’s desire while enjoying awesome scenic views of the impressive Dubai Hills Park. 

Book with Kidzapp and get over 30% OFF your entry fee

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Location:
Dubai Hills Estate, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Working Hours:
Daily 10:00 to 19:00
Prices:
Entry from AED 35

Aqua Parks Leisure

Spend an unforgettable family day outdoors at Aqua Parks Leisure, Dubai’s first fresh water swimming pool waterpark

This hidden gem, located on Kite Beach, feature over 21 different activities for families to enjoy, from frog jumps to monkeys and much more. You and the entire family are in a for a day of endless splashing, fun and giggling! 

Book through Kidzapp and get a Buy 1 Get 1 Hour FREE offer, valid on Monday to Friday from 10am to 3pm! 

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Location:
Kite Beach
Working Hours:
Daily 08:30 to sunset
Prices:
1 Hour + 1 Hour FREE : AED 60

Dubai Garden Glow

Dubai Garden Glow is a must-try family activity that features multiple theme parks all under one roof. 

You will find the largest glow-in-the-dark garden made from killions of energy-saving bulbs and yards of recycled luminous textile at the Glow Park. At the Dinosaur Park, you will find over 120 animatronic dinosaurs on display. Finally at Magic Park, you will be transported to a visually stunning universe of optical illusions

Book on Kidzapp and get up to 20% OFF Dubai Garden Glow entry tickets plus earn cashback! 

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Location:
Zabeel Park
Working Hours:
Sun-Fri 17:00 to 23:00, Sat until midnight
Prices:
Entry from AED 60

Also Check: Top 10 Theme Parks In Dubai And Abu Dhabi

Glamping at The Longbeach Campground

Go on an incredible glamping experience with your family at Ras Al Khaimah’s Longbeach Campground, which combines traditional camping with luxurious amenities and engaging actIvities

Located along a 300 meter stretch of beach, the campground is the perfect spot for staycations and family getaways, especially during the glorious UAE winter. You can choose from a variety of elegant tents and enjoy an all-inclusive activities packages with access to the beach, pool, outdoor spa, water sports, a floating theatre and more! So an incredible experience awaits every member of your family!

Click on the BOOK NOW button on Kidzapp and save 15% on the best available rates at Longbeach Campground using promo code CAMP-KIDZ15

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Location:
Ras Al Khaimah
Working Hours:
Thu-Sat from 15:00 onwards
Prices:
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Emirates Park Zoo

Spend a day out at Emirates Park Zoo surrounded by over 1,400 wild animals and pets including hippos, flamingos, reptiles and much much more! 

Discover all the different species and have the chance feed some of your favorite creatures including elephants, goats, monkeys, giraffes and more. There are also exciting animal shows and presentations like a Sea Lion presentation, Elephant Encounter and Tropical Birds Show where kiddos can watch animals perform thrilling tricks! 

Book now through Kidzapp and get 20% OFF on your tickets. You can also book an awesome ticket option that includes three activities! 

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Location:
Al Bahyah
Working Hours:
Mon-Thu 9:00 to 20:00, Fri-Sun until 21:00
Prices:
Entry from AED 45

Circuit X in Abu Dhabi

Treat your family to an awesome day out filled with thrilling fun and seaside action-packed activities at Circuit X in Abu Dhabi. 

You will find four thrilling parks that offer something for everyone: Skate Park, BMX Park, Splash Park and Ropes and Zipline Park. Skate Park is equipped with a mix of ramps’ terrain that is suitable for all skill levels. BMX Park is equipped with dirt trail ramps and a BMX Pump Track. Splash Park is filled with exciting splash and climb activities and is suitable for kids as young as 1. Finally, the Ropes and Zipline Park is equipped with a high ropes course suspended from a thrilling height and includes moving bridges, zig zags, planks and a zipline. 

Book through Kidzapp and get 20% OFF activity tickets plus purchase any ticket and get a zipline voucher for FREE. 

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Location:
Hudayriat Island
Working Hours:
Mon-Fri 14:00 to 22:00, Sat-Sun 9:00 to 23:00
Prices:
Activities from AED 40

Guided Kayaking Tours in the Mangroves

Explore the Eastern Mangroves and go on a unique outdoor adventure with a 2-hour kayak tour through the channels of the mangroves. 

You will be with a guide who will take you and your family on a tour where you will be able to see precious wildlife and learn all about the mangroves. You will also get a fruit salad and bottled water with your fee to keep yourself perfectly hydrated. 

Book through Kidzapp and get 10% OFF your tour! 

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Location:
Eastern Mangroves, Anantara Hotel
Working Hours:
Daily 06:00, 08:00, 09:30, 15:30 & 17:00
Prices:
Tour from AED 132.3

Bab Al Nojoum - Hudayriyat

Enjoy some time off and disconnect with your family in nature at Bab Al Nojoum’s camp sites. 

You and your family will be able to experience mesmerizing views and great facilities while staying at Al Najem Tents. You also get access to a water-sports center, a kids play area, stretches of beach and even a beach cinema. So do not miss this exceptional experience!

Book with Kidzapp and get up to 15% OFF your Day Use Tent. You can also sign up your kiddos  for the Junior Campers Program at Bab Al Nojoum Al Mugheirah Resort, where you can get 20% OFF with Kidzapp. 

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Location:
Al Hudayriyat Island
Working Hours:
Daily 10:00 to 19:00
Prices:
Tent Day Use from AED 78.75

Al Noor Island

Explore Al Noor Island and spend a wonderful family day out surrounded by a beautiful and serene landscape. 

Located right in the heart of Sharjah, Al Noor Island is the perfect spot that features a mix of urban life and Arabic culture and has everything from art and recreation to education and entertainment. Kiddos will love chasing after butterflies or even play at the playground, and you have plenty of art installations and sculptures to take in and a beautiful cafe offering healthy and delicious snacks called Noor Cafe. 

Book with Kidzapp and enjoy 15% OFF your Entry Ticket

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Location:
Al Noor Island
Working Hours:
Sat-Wed 9:00 to 23:00, Thu-Fri until 00:00
Prices:
Access from AED 17

Also Check: Where To Go For Family Fun In Sharjah

Lumi Beach Camp at Umm Al Quwain Beach Hotel

Enjoy an unforgettable family beach camping experience at Lumi Beach Camp at Umm Al Quwain Beach Hotel. 

You will be able to enjoy an amazing array of awesome activities including water activities such as kayaking, snorkeling, fishing and more. There are also night activities such as release lantern, bonfire, movie under the stars and more. And of course there also plenty of general activities such as kitesurfing, zip line, wall climbing and more

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Location:
Al Maidan street , Umm Al Quwain, UAE
Working Hours:
Daily (as per booking)
Prices:
Day Pass
1 Child (6-12yrs) : AED 50
1 Adult : AED 75
Overnight Camping
Per person : AED 252