Squeezed between Saudi Arabia and Oman, the dynamic landscape contains a vast rocky desert with large rolling sand dunes, rugged mountain ranges that dominate the northeast, and wetlands teeming with wildlife along the stunning coastlines of the Gulf of Oman and the Persian Gulf. These captivating landscapes make for many dramatic discoveries by way of interesting modes of transport including fast-paced sandboarding, breathtaking hot air ballooning, thrilling dune buggy riding and scenic helicopter journeys.
Once visitors arrive in the United Arab Emirates, they soon discover just how much adventure and entertainment are to be had. From the world's largest indoor theme park to the royal Sharjah Fort dating back to 1823, and the world’s largest indoor ski park in The Mall of the Emirates to world-class aquariums, UAE is brimming with fun activities. Other incredible outdoor adventures include skydiving amongst the world's tallest sky-scrapers, rock climbing rugged limestone mountains, scuba diving amongst the Indian Ocean’s dazzling coral and anemone gardens or even kayaking through the pristine waterways of the Eastern Mangroves Lagoon National Park. With its passion for the arts, the UAE also has a thriving and ever-expanding cultural scene. Off the coast, Saadiyat Island is even home to the world’s second Louvre museum!
The food scene within the United Arab Emirates offers an array of splendid fine dining venues that are making waves throughout the Arab region. It’s also known to boast some of the best chai tea in the world. If you know someone travelling to the UAE, Gifting Owl has a plethora of unforgettable gift options for any type of giftee.
Dubai, home to the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa- a staggering 828m high, is known for its futuristic cityscape filled with incredible sleek skyscrapers. The megacity has no problem contending with other stunning international hubs such as New York and London. Dubai is one of the most diverse cities in the world as it holds over 200 nationalities with 90% of the population coming from different countries. Gifting Owl has every kind of experience from thrilling adventure, to ultimate shopping, to world-class luxury available in Dubai. Gifting Owl offers over 100 incredible experiences in jaw-dropping Dubai, so take a peek what might suit your gift recipient or read on for a few ideas.
For the giftee who lives life in the fast lane, look no further than the Dubai Sandboarding Safari. Your giftee will experience the best sand dunes the country has to offer as they try their hand at one of Dubai’s most beloved sports. Alternatively, the Dubai Skydive Experience may be the perfect gift. There isn’t a better city in this world to try this once in a lifetime experience than Dubai’s almost space-age architecture. Another exciting outdoor option is the Dubai Jetpack Ride. What better way to cool down from Dubai’s 300 days of sun than with this extreme water sports experience!
Another favourite of ours is the Dubai Seabreacher Ride. Essentially, it’s a submersible speed boat that’s shaped like a dolphin and moves just like one - incredible! Also on offer is Burj Khalifa Sky Tickets. It would be a wasted trip to Dubai if your giftee didn't get to experience the world's highest outdoor observation deck.
For all the shopaholics, the Dubai Shopping Tour will take your giftee to the finest shopping places in Dubai from unbelievable malls where you can get spend hours wandering from boutique to boutique, to traditional markets and souks. They will be absolutely absorbed in this internationally recognised shoppers paradise! If your giftee happens to be a bit of a foodie, Gifting Owl boasts some tantalizing dining options that they’ll love. An Oriental Dining At Awtar Grand Hyatt and the Burj Al Arab Afternoon Tea Experience are two of our favourite dining experiences that are guaranteed to leave them in food-coma.
For those travelling through the country’s capital city, Abu Dhabi, Gifting Owl has a variety of exciting experiences including 4x4 safari tours in the desert planes and day trips to Abu Dhabi’s renowned Ferrari World. We also recommend the Traditional Abu Dhabi City Tour. Guests can see all the spectacular sites of this captivating capital while learning even more about the culture of the city and how it ticks. Your giftee will even get a chance to visit Sheikh Zayed Mosque, one of the biggest mosques in the world!
Another standout option would have to be the Abu Dhabi Mangrove Kayaking Tour. Your giftee will escape to one of Abu Dhabi’s best-kept secrets with its alluring mangroves alongside abundant greenery and lively sea ecosystem. Another truly one of a kind experience on offer is the Falcon Hospital Tour. You heard it right, your giftee will see how falcons are taken care of, a unique falconry museum and different treatments in the world’s one and only falcon hospital.
Gifting Owl also boasts a range of gift experiences outside of these two dominant megacities. The Musandam Sea Safari off the coast of Fujairah is a must for anyone in the area. Guests can snorkel in sheltered bays that are rich in diversity with fish, corals, turtles and invertebrates. It’s an amazing experience in a unique setting with the towering Haja Mountains in the background. Another tour that stands out amongst the crowd is the Overnight Desert Camping Tour that includes activities like quad biking, sandboarding, and most importantly the chance to explore the desert landscape on a camelback.
Unsure if your friend or family member will like their gift? Fear not! You can send a voucher or they can always exchange your gift for any other experience on our site. They’ll love having that flexibility. Happy Gifting!
