Dubai City Break
Four nights of the very best of Dubai: the Burj Khalifa, a desert safari with BBQ dinner, old Dubai’s souks and a dhow cruise — visa included.
From
$790$890 / person
“Nataka kuelekea Dubai”
Dubai
Skyscrapers, souks and golden desert dunes
Discover Dubai
Dubai packs an astonishing amount into one city. In a single day you can ride the lift to the 124th floor of the Burj Khalifa, haggle for gold and spices in the souks of Deira, cross the Creek on a one-dirham abra, and finish with dinner on the sand as the sun drops behind Palm Jumeirah.
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It’s also one of the easiest long-haul holidays there is: safe, spotless, superbly connected and only a short direct flight away. Families love the water parks and theme parks, couples come for the rooftop bars and beach resorts, and everyone leaves with a desert safari story.
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Dubai trips
Flights from Dar es Salaam can be added to any trip. Reserve with a deposit, or save for it with elekea Kibubu.
Dubai Family Fun
Five nights at a Palm Jumeirah beach resort with water-park days, a family desert safari, the Burj Khalifa and the Museum of the Future.
From
$1,350 / person
Dubai Desert Safari & BBQ Dinner
An afternoon in the red dunes: 4x4 dune-bashing, sandboarding, camel rides and a BBQ dinner with live shows at a desert camp.
From
$65$75 / person
Dubai & Abu Dhabi
Four nights in Dubai and two in Abu Dhabi: the Burj Khalifa, the desert, the Grand Mosque and the Louvre Abu Dhabi.
From
$1,290 / person
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See & do
The best of Dubai
Must-see
- Burj Khalifa & Dubai FountainThe 828 m tower and the choreographed fountain show at its feet, every evening from 6 pm.
- Museum of the FutureA striking torus-shaped building with immersive exhibitions about life in 2071.
- Palm JumeirahThe palm-shaped island of beach resorts, crowned by Atlantis The Palm.
- Al Fahidi Historical DistrictRestored coral-stone houses, art galleries and cafés on the edge of the Creek.
Things to do
- 01Go “At the Top” of the Burj KhalifaRide to the observation decks of the world’s tallest building — book a sunset slot for the best light.
- 02Desert safari & dinnerDune-bashing in a 4x4, sandboarding, camel rides and a barbecue dinner under the stars at a desert camp.
- 03Explore old DubaiWander Al Fahidi’s wind-tower lanes, cross the Creek by abra and browse the Gold and Spice Souks.
- 04Dhow dinner cruiseGlide past the lit-up Marina skyline on a traditional wooden dhow with an international buffet.
- 05Theme parks & water parksAtlantis Aquaventure, IMG Worlds and Dubai Parks — a full day of fun for families.
- 06Shop till you dropThe Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates and the outlet malls, plus tax-free gold and electronics.
When to go
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Best months Possible, but not ideal
November to March — days are warm and sunny (24–30°C) and evenings are perfect for eating outdoors. Summer is very hot but hotel prices drop sharply.
Climate. Desert climate with almost no rain. Winter days are 20–30°C; June to September regularly passes 40°C with high humidity.
Travel info
Good to know
DARDubai
Emirates and flydubai fly direct from Dar es Salaam (about 5.5 hours), and flydubai also flies from Zanzibar and Kilimanjaro. You arrive at Dubai International (DXB), 15–25 minutes from Downtown.
- Nearest airport
- Dubai International (DXB)
- Currency
- UAE dirham (AED); cards accepted almost everywhere
- Languages
- Arabic, English widely spoken
- Time zone
- Gulf Standard Time (UTC+4)
- Visa
- Some nationalities get a free visa on arrival; others, including Tanzanian passport holders, need a tourist visa issued before travel. Our team checks the rules for your passport and can handle the application for you.
- Good to know
- Dress modestly in malls and old Dubai (shoulders and knees covered); swimwear is fine at beaches and pools.
Questions
Before you go to Dubai
How many days do I need in Dubai?
Four or five nights covers the highlights — the Burj Khalifa, a desert safari, old Dubai and a beach day — without rushing. Add two more if you want theme parks or an Abu Dhabi day trip.
Is Dubai good for families?
It’s one of the best family destinations in the world: very safe, easy to get around, with water parks, aquariums, theme parks and calm beaches.
Can you arrange my UAE visa?
Yes. Send us a clear passport scan and photo when you book and we apply for your tourist visa through our hotel partners — usually within 3–5 working days.
Is alcohol available?
Yes, in licensed hotels, restaurants and bars. Drinking in public or being drunk in public is illegal.
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