{"id":310,"date":"2025-01-13T12:13:28","date_gmt":"2025-01-13T12:13:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.visitvisadubai.com\/blog\/?p=310"},"modified":"2025-01-13T12:13:28","modified_gmt":"2025-01-13T12:13:28","slug":"experience-the-real-adventure-at-the-sharjah-safari-park","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.visitvisadubai.com\/blog\/experience-the-real-adventure-at-the-sharjah-safari-park\/","title":{"rendered":"Experience the real adventure at the Sharjah Safari Park"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sharjah is one of the UAE\u2019s most popular and iconic cities, home to several amazing museums and cultural sites. As the third largest UAE emirate, Sharjah has several family-friendly destinations to cater to global tastes and preferences. Attractions such as the Sharjah Art Museum, Sharjah Safari Park, and the Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilizations speak volumes about the rich cultural heritage of this wonderful tourist destination. In contrast, a Desert Safari and the beautiful Sharjah beaches allow you to unwind from the busy city life. Let\u2019s take you through one of the modern destinations that have redefined the touristic landscape of Sharjah.<\/p>\n

Introduction<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, the Supreme Council Member and the ruler of Sharjah, inaugurated this beautiful lush green space in 2022. Since then, the Park authorities have focused on creating memorable moments for all its visitors as they delve into the largest wildlife safari outside the African continent, making it a fabulous adventure spot. Decorated in the lap of nature, visitors and tourists explore the fascinating aspects of the endemic wildlife as they roam freely without any fences. Housing more than 120+ animal species, including 50,000 animals, birds, mammals, and reptiles. You will find numerous animals, such as elephants, white rhinoceros, giraffes, deer, wild bulls, crocodiles, and other endangered species as you browse this fabulous Safari space.<\/p>\n

Sharjah Safari Park Location<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Your craving for an African safari adventure ends here in Sharjah as it brings the African wilderness to your footstep. Placed in the Al Bardi Reserve near Al Dhaid City, you can reach this beautiful lush green Park via a 5-minute drive on the Sharjah-Khorfakkan Road.<\/p>\n

A 40-50 minute drive from Fujairah, Dubai, Ajman, or Umm Al Quwain will take you to this destination. Parking facilities are near the main entrance if you bring your own car.<\/p>\n

Safari Park Tickets<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The Sharjah Safari Park tickets can be individually purchased in three packs \u2013 Bronze, Silver, and Gold. The Bronze pack charges AED 40 per adult and AED 15 per child, whereas the Silver pack charges AED 120 per adult and AED 50 per child, with the Gold pack charging AED 275 per adult and AED 120 per child.<\/p>\n

The Silver and Gold pack takes you through a shared vehicle as you browse the dense landscapes of the various regions. You get to enjoy the Safari camp where your little ones can enjoy themselves in the children\u2019s zone. A Gold pack provides a private guide that will help you holistically gain deeper insights into the fascinating elements of this wonderful Park. All packages give you access to walking tours in Into Africa and Zanzibar Village, along with the amphitheater.<\/p>\n

The private tour gives you three options \u2013 a shared 6-seater, a 9-seater, and a 15-seater vehicle, with the provisions across all three shared vehicles being predominantly the same. Irrespective of whether the vehicle is fully occupied, the charges for the private tour for the 6-seater, 9-seater, and 15-seater are AED 1,500, AED 2,250, and AED 3,500 per vehicle, respectively.<\/p>\n

Additional taxes may apply for all the prices stated above.<\/p>\n

Sharjah Safari Park Timings<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The Sharjah Safari Park welcomes visitors and tourists daily from 8:30am till your last entry time, which can vary depending on your purchased ticket package. The last entry for Gold and Silver packages is scheduled at 1:30pm, with the Safari departing at 2pm. The last entry is scheduled for all the Bronze package holders at 4pm. During the holy Ramadan, the timings are reduced to 8:30am to 1:30pm, except each Friday when it is closed.<\/p>\n

Zones in the Safari Park<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Inspired by its African cousin, the Sharjah Safari Park constitutes 12 different environments or zones representing the fabulous terrain and life of the continent and the subsequent animals and birds who have made it their own home. The most prominent zones are as follows:<\/p>\n

Birds of Africa<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Enjoy the aviary experience as the popular and iconic African birds flock to Flamingo Lake. It\u2019s an amazing experience witnessing the beautiful birds relax and move around in their natural habitat.<\/p>\n

To Africa<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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The visitors and tourists get a unique experience as they walk and browse the wildlife endemic, archipelagos, and islands decorating the landscape on the African eastern coast in the Indian Ocean<\/p>\n

Zanzibar Village<\/strong><\/h3>\n

This zone is a relaxing and lounging area where you can take a break during your discovery journey. Browse this zone\u2019s wonderfully themed restaurants, cafes, and shops to fulfill your gastronomical and souvenir desires.<\/p>\n

The Sahel<\/strong><\/h3>\n

This zone represents the deserts, pastures, and diverse wildlife prospering in the region found from the Atlantic coast of Mauritania to the Red Sea\u2019s east and west of Eritrea.<\/p>\n

The Savannah<\/strong><\/h3>\n

This zone represents the eastern and southern African region on the northern coastline and towards the Kalahari region in the southwest. This tropical grassland decorates more than half the area of the African continent. It proudly houses the largest concentration of biodiversity found on planet Earth.<\/p>\n

The Serengeti<\/strong><\/h3>\n

This region witnesses the largest animal migration yearly across the Serengeti plains, crossing the dangerous Mara River while maintaining a perfect balance across the food chain among herbivores, carnivores, reptiles, and birds.<\/p>\n

Ngorongoro<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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This region was incepted from an extinct crater and forms a unique ecosystem that houses some of Africa\u2019s iconic animal species.<\/p>\n

Moremi<\/strong><\/h3>\n

This region is inspired by the valleys and canyons of the southwest African region that have incepted from the heavy monsoon rains from the last century. This dry and sandy riverbed features aquifers forming a major life support system during the dry season.<\/p>\n

Trip Essentials<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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We recommend you prepare and plan for your Sharjah Safari Park visit. We bring you some key trip essentials you should note for your trip.<\/p>\n