Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Ski Dubai at Mall of the Emirates is the Middle East's FIRST and largest indoor ski resort! Experience 22,500 square meters of real snow maintained at -1°C to -2°C year-round. Enjoy the thrilling Mountain Thriller reaching 45 km/h on a 185-meter slope, Snow Bullet dual zipline, actual skiing and snowboarding slopes, snow park rides including Tubing, Bobsled, Zorb Ball, Bumper Cars on ice, and the magical Snow Cavern. All winter gear provided FREE! Perfect escape from Dubai heat. Not permitted for children under 2.
Park Highlights
Middle East's FIRST Indoor Ski Resort
Revolutionary 22,500sqm facility - brought snow skiing to the desert since 2005!
Real Snow at -1°C to -2°C
Genuine winter conditions! Real snow maintained year-round - not artificial ice!
Actual Ski Slopes
85-meter high mountain with 5 slopes of varying difficulty - from beginner to expert black runs!
Mountain Thriller - 45 km/h!
185-meter downhill ride reaching incredible 45 km/h - the ultimate indoor snow thrill!
Height Breakdown
120cm+ (1 Ride)
Zipline excitement:
- Snow Bullet (125cm, age 8+, 30-120kg) - dual indoor zipline at high speed!
No Height Restriction (12 Activities)
Everyone can enjoy:
- Chairlift - scenic ride up the mountain (under-14s ride with an adult)
- Mountain Thriller - 185m slope at 45 km/h (ultimate thrill!)
- Tubing Run - race down in inflatable tubes
- Bobsled - authentic bobsled track
- Zorb Ball - roll in giant transparent sphere
- Snow Bumper Cars - bumper cars on ice
- Ice Climbing Wall - scale frozen vertical surface
- Snow Cavern - walk through ice cave
- Tobogganing - classic sled racing
- Giant Ball - oversized inflatable snow balls
- Snow Plough Playground - kids' safe play zone
- Sliding Hill - gentle beginner slope
- Plus
- Access to ski/snowboard slopes with lessons available!
Best For
- Toddlers (under 2 years): NOT PERMITTED - Minimum age strictly enforced
- Young Children (2-7 years): EXCELLENT - 12 snow park activities, sledding, play areas!
- Children (7-12 years, 120cm+): Amazing! Snow Bullet zipline added from 125cm
- Teens: Fantastic! Full slope access via Chairlift, all activities
- Adults: Perfect - Real skiing/snowboarding, extreme Mountain Thriller, winter escape!
- Ski Enthusiasts: Ideal - Actual slopes in the desert with rentals and lessons!
- Families: Ultimate - Activities for all ages in climate-controlled comfort!
Featured Attractions
Mountain Thriller ⛷️
185-meter downhill ride reaching 45 km/h! Propel down the massive indoor slope at incredible speed. The ULTIMATE snow park thrill! Extreme intensity. No height restriction - everyone experiences the rush!
Snow Bullet 📍
Dual indoor zipline! Fly through the air at high speed above the snowy slopes. Race your friend on parallel ziplines! 125cm minimum, age 8+, 30-120kg weight range.
Chairlift 🚡
Scenic mountain ride! Take the chairlift up the 85-meter slope for panoramic snow views. Essential for slope access. No height restriction; under-14s must ride with an adult.
Ski & Snowboard Slopes ⛷️🏂
REAL winter sports! 5 actual slopes including:
- Freestyle Zone (jumps and rails)
- Black Run (expert level)
- Beginner slopes
- Lessons available for all levels
- Equipment rental included
No height restrictions - ability-based only!
Tubing Run 🛟
Classic snow tube sliding! Race down slopes in large inflatable tubes. Fast, fun, and exhilarating for all ages! No height restriction.
Bobsled 🛷
Authentic bobsled track! Experience Olympic-style bobsledding on icy course. Speed down in classic winter racing style! No height restriction.
Zorb Ball 🔮
Giant transparent sphere! Climb inside and roll down the slopes. Unique tumbling snow experience! No height restriction.
Snow Bumper Cars 🚗
Bumper cars on ice! Classic bumper car fun with winter twist - slide and bump on snowy surface! No height restriction.
Ice Climbing Wall 🧗
Vertical frozen challenge! Scale the ice wall with proper climbing gear and instruction. Test your strength! No height restriction.
Snow Cavern ❄️
Magical ice cave! Walk through enchanted frozen cavern with stalactites and stalagmites. Beautiful winter scenery! No height restriction.
Tobogganing 🛷
Traditional sledding! Race down slopes on classic toboggans. Timeless winter activity for all! No height restriction.
Snow Plough Playground 👶
Kids' safe zone! Designated area for young children to build snowmen, play in snow, and enjoy winter safely. No height restriction.
Giant Ball 🏐
Oversized inflatable fun! Play with huge balls in the snow - rolling, tossing, winter games! No height restriction.
Sliding Hill ⛷️
Gentle beginner slope! Perfect introduction to sledding for nervous first-timers. Family-friendly gradient! No height restriction.
Unique Features
Middle East's FIRST Indoor Ski Resort
Opened 2005 - pioneering attraction that brought winter sports to the Arabian desert!
Real Snow Year-Round
22,500 square meters of genuine snow maintained at -1°C to -2°C - not artificial!
Actual Ski Slopes
85-meter high mountain with 5 runs of varying difficulty - from beginner green to expert black!
Located in Mall of the Emirates
Convenient Sheikh Zayed Road location - combine skiing with shopping and dining!
FREE Winter Gear Provided
Jackets, pants, boots, disposable socks all included - just bring yourself!
Ski School Available
Professional instructors offer lessons for all levels - beginners to advanced!
Penguin Encounter
Meet real Snow King and Gentoo penguins! Interactive experience (additional fee).
Pricing System
- Multiple Pass Options (at our last check)
Snow Park Pass - AED 215 per person
- Unlimited access to all snow park rides
- Includes winter clothing
- Does NOT include slope skiing/snowboarding
- Best for: Families wanting rides only
Snow Classic Pass - AED 275 per person
- Full-day snow park access
- Snow Cavern
- Tobogganing
- Tubing
- Winter gear included
Slope Pass (2 hours) - AED 305
- 2 hours on ski/snowboard slopes
- Equipment rental included
- Winter gear provided
- Lessons available (additional fee)
Full Day Slope Pass - AED 350
- All-day slope access
- Ski or snowboard equipment
- Complete winter gear
- Best for: Skiing enthusiasts
- What's Included
- Winter jacket and pants
- Insulated boots
- Disposable socks
- Equipment (on slope passes)
- Locker
- Not Included
- Hats/gloves (bring your own or purchase)
- Ski/snowboard lessons (additional fee)
- Penguin Encounter (separate ticket)
- Photos/videos (available for purchase)
Top Tips for Visitors
- Book online - Often cheaper than gate prices
- Wear socks - Disposable provided but bring your own for comfort
- FREE gear - Jacket, pants, boots all included!
- Helmets required - Compulsory for children under 13
- Weekday mornings - Quietest times, especially Mon-Wed
- Mall parking - Ample FREE parking at Mall of Emirates
- Combine with mall - Shop, dine, then hit the slopes!
- Penguin times - Check schedule for penguin march
- Under 2 not allowed - Strictly enforced minimum age
- Lessons available - Great for first-time skiers!
Best Times to Visit
- Quietest
- Monday-Wednesday mornings (10am-2pm)
- Busiest
- Thursday-Friday evenings, weekends, school holidays
- Extended hours
- Friday-Sunday until midnight!
- Regular hours
- Monday-Thursday until 11pm
- Best for skiing
- Early mornings for freshest snow
- Peak season
- June-September (escaping outdoor heat)
Facilities
- FREE winter gear - Jacket, pants, boots, socks
- Equipment rental - Skis, snowboards, helmets
- Lockers - Secure belongings
- Changing rooms - Prepare before snow
- Ski school - Professional instructors
- Repair shop - Equipment maintenance
- Retail shop - Winter accessories
- Café - St. Moritz Café & Avalanche Café
- Mall of Emirates - 630+ shops and restaurants
- FREE parking - Ample mall parking
- Prayer rooms - Available in mall
- First aid - Medical support on-site
Getting There
- By Car
- From Dubai Marina: 15 minutes via Sheikh Zayed Road
- From Downtown Dubai: 20 minutes via E11
- Located at Mall of the Emirates, Interchange 4
- FREE parking at mall (12,900 spaces!)
- By Metro
- Red Line to Mall of the Emirates Station
- Direct connection to mall
- 2-minute walk to Ski Dubai entrance
- By Taxi/Uber
- Readily available to "Mall of the Emirates" or "Ski Dubai"
- Drop-off at mall entrance
- From Airports
- Dubai International (DXB): 25 minutes
- Al Maktoum (DWC): 40 minutes
- Abu Dhabi Airport: 1 hour 15 minutes
Age Recommendations
- Under 2 years: NOT PERMITTED - Minimum age strictly enforced
- Ages 2-8: EXCELLENT - 12 snow park activities, play areas, tubing!
- Ages 8-12 (120cm+): Amazing! Snow Bullet zipline added from 125cm
- Ages 12-16: Fantastic! Chairlift, full slope access
- Teens & Adults: Perfect - Real skiing/snowboarding, Mountain Thriller extreme!
- Families: Ideal - Activities for all ages from toddlers to adults
- Ski Enthusiasts: Ultimate - Actual indoor slopes in the desert!
Money-Saving Tips
- Snow Park only - AED 215 if you don't want skiing (vs AED 350 slope pass)
- Book online - Often discounted vs gate prices
- FREE parking - Use Mall of Emirates parking
- FREE gear - No need to buy winter clothing
- Visit off-peak - Weekday mornings less crowded and sometimes cheaper
- Combine with mall - Make full day with shopping/dining
- Annual passes available - For regular visitors
- Group bookings - Contact for group rates
Safety & Restrictions
- Height Requirements
- 125cm: Snow Bullet (age 8+, 30-120kg weight)
- Chairlift: no height requirement; under-14s must ride with an adult
- Most activities: No height restriction!
- Age Restrictions
- Under 2 years: NOT PERMITTED
- Ages 3-12: Must be supervised by adult at all times (unless in supervised lesson)
- Under 13: Helmets compulsory
- Snow Bullet: Minimum age 8 years
- Medical Conditions
- Pregnant women: Not recommended for slopes or intense rides
- Heart conditions, back problems: Check before skiing/intense activities
- Cold sensitivity: Not suitable for those unable to tolerate freezing temps
- Skiing Requirements
- Slope access requires appropriate skill level
- Beginners must take lessons or use beginner slopes
- Black run for experienced skiers only
Operating Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 10:00am - 11:00pm (last entry 9:30pm)
- Friday
- 10:00am - 12:00am (last entry 10:30pm)
- Saturday - Sunday
- 9:00am - 12:00am (last entry 10:30pm)
Extended weekend hours perfect for evening snow adventures!
Slope Details
- Mountain Height
- 85 meters (equivalent to 25-story building!)
- 5 Slopes
- Black Run - Expert only, steepest gradient
- Red Runs - Intermediate level
- Blue Runs - Beginner-friendly
- Freestyle Zone - Jumps, rails, boxes
- Total Run Length: 400 meters
- Snow Conditions
- Temperature: -1°C to -2°C
- Real snow (not ice or artificial)
- 6,000 tons of snow
- Freshly groomed daily
Perfect for Dubai Climate
THE ultimate heat escape! When Dubai temperatures soar to 45°C+ in summer, step into genuine winter at -1°C. A 46-degree temperature difference in minutes! Especially popular June-September when outdoor activities become unbearable. The ONLY place in Dubai where you can actually ski and snowboard - a surreal desert experience!
Ski School & Lessons
- Professional Instruction Available
- Private lessons (1-on-1 instructor)
- Group lessons (small class sizes)
- Beginner packages
- Advanced technique coaching
- Kids' ski school (special programs)
- Snowboard lessons
- All levels welcome - first-timers to experts
Additional fee - book in advance for best availability!
Penguin Encounter
Meet Real Penguins!
- Snow King and Gentoo penguins
- Interactive experience with handlers
- Photo opportunities
- Learn about penguin conservation
- Separate ticket required (additional fee)
- Check schedule for daily penguin march times
Mall of the Emirates Integration
- Complete Shopping & Dining Complex
- 630+ retail stores
- 100+ dining options
- VOX Cinemas
- Magic Planet (family entertainment)
- Luxury brands to high street
- Supermarkets and services
Perfect combination - ski in the morning, shop and dine in afternoon!
What to Wear
- Provided by Ski Dubai (FREE)
- Waterproof winter jacket
- Insulated snow pants
- Insulated boots
- Disposable socks
- Bring From Home
- Regular socks (more comfortable than disposable)
- Gloves (or purchase at venue)
- Hat/beanie (or purchase at venue)
- Base layers (long underwear recommended)
- Regular clothes to change into after
Important Reminders
- Minimum age 2 years - Strictly enforced, no exceptions
- Helmets mandatory - All children under 13
- Temperature -1°C to -2°C - Genuine freezing conditions
- Real snow - Not ice or artificial material
- Adult supervision - Children 3-12 must have guardian
- Free gear - Don't worry about buying winter clothes!
- Unique experience - Skiing in the desert is extraordinary!
Photography
- Photography allowed throughout facility
- Professional photographers available
- Action shots on slopes (purchase packages)
- Waterproof phone cases recommended
- Capture your surreal desert skiing experience!
- Share on social media: #SkiDubai
Group Events & Bookings
- Birthday party packages
- Corporate events
- School trips
- Team-building activities
- Custom packages available
- Contact: +971 4 409 4000
Record-Breaking Achievement
- Guinness World Record
- World's largest indoor snow park when it opened in 2005! Pioneering attraction that proved you can ski in the Arabian desert. Revolutionary concept that inspired indoor snow parks worldwide!