Officials say 14,000 have visited Dubai's newest tourist attraction since Tuesday launch
Dubai Safari, the emirate's newest tourist attraction, lured 14,000 visitors during the first two days of its soft opening, it was announced on Thursday.
The wildlife park saw 4,000 visitors on its first day and 10,000 on its second day of opening after its soft launch on Tuesday.
The park is due to open fully to the public next month but entry is free for the first two weeks.
“Dubai Safari has been one of the most awaited attractions of the year, so we understand the huge anticipation around the project’s opening. We are deeply overwhelmed by the response we are receiving following the park’s soft opening, and are fully equipped to host a larger crowd during the weekend,” said Khalid Al Suwaidi, director of leisure facilities at Dubai Municipality.
"The teams at Dubai Municipality and Dubai Safari have worked hard to deliver a world-class wildlife project that promises to be a welcome new addition to Dubai’s growing array of family-friendly attractions. As well as providing a unique edutainment experience for visitors of all ages, our objective for Dubai Safari is to set an example in wildlife conservation and protection efforts."
The park is open daily from 9am to 5pm during the soft opening phase but hours will be extended to 9pm following the official launch.
Dubai Safari, which is located in Al Warqaa 5 district across Dubai’s Dragon Mart off the Dubai-Hatta Highway, is home to over 2,500 animals representing more than 250 species from around the world.
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