Right in the middle of the hot, dry desert, a visitor to Dubai might
be invited by his host to go skiing. YES SKIING; SKIING ON SNOW.
Ski Dubai, in Dubai Emirates Mall, started in December 2005, is the
worlds third largest indoor ski slope, measuring 400 meters and
using 6000 tons of snow. Ski Dubai resort is the first ski slope
to open in the midst of this desert country.
It is the first indoor ski resort in the Middle East and offers
an amazing snow setting to enjoy skiing, snowboarding and
tobogganing or just playing in the snow.
The construction covers an amazing 22,500 square meters covered
with real snow all year round. It is connected to the Mall of the
Emirates and is part of Majid Al Futtaim Group of Companies.
It has 5 runs that vary in difficulty, height and steepness.
The longest run being 400 meters with a fall of over 60 meters,
making it the world’s first indoor black run. Skiers and
snowboarders of all skill levels enjoy the various
slopes and snowboarders can also practice their stunts on the
90-metre long quarter pipe. Kids and parents alike can have fun
in the interactive Snow Park which is the largest indoor snow park
in the world with 3000 square meters.
You don’t have to worry about ski clothing or equipment either.
Ski Dubai has thought of it all and offers guests the use of
winter clothing, ski and snowboard equipment. Your skis will
carry you down the slope, and the quad-chairlift and tow lift
will promptly carry you back to the top for another run. You
can enjoy themed restaurants; the St Moritz Café at the entrance
to Ski Dubai, and the Avalanche Café at mid-station, with views
of the slope. An exclusive retail shop, Snow Pro, has expert
staff to advise you on your equipment needs and the team of
professional instructors will guide you through the simple,
fun process of learning to ski or snowboard.
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