10 must-do family activities at Atlantis, The Palm

Plan a perfect family holiday with you children this festive season and have them check into a whole new world where they of thrill rides, activities, fun games, dolphins and seals and some fantastic international cuisine tailor-made for their choices. If you would like to take your children to a fantastic and extravagant holiday, look no further.

Here are ten awesome and fun things for your children to partake in while staying with Atlantis, The Palm:

1. Meet with the Sea Lions: 

Get up close and personal with Sea Lion Point’s most charming residents in their specially designed marine habitat. Make your kids encounter these charming animals and make a tangible connection with gentle petting, a shake of a flipper or two and if they are really lucky, a big fishy kiss. All children between 6 and 12 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult (18 years and above). Each booking includes all day access to Aquaventure Waterpark and 25% off same day admission to The Lost Chambers Aquarium.

2. Take a diving course: 

The Atlantis dive centre is an accredited 5-star PADI dive centre, and hosts a variety of courses from beginner through to professional divers. Junior Programmes for kids is the perfect introduction to scuba diving where kids from 8 years and above learn about safety and valuable underwater skills. Take the two-day course covering the basics of scuba diving qualifying you to dive up to 12 metres under professional supervision.

3. Swing high up the Tower of Poseidon: 

Prepare to do battle with the Aquaconda, the world’s largest waterslide. This giant sea serpent will catapult you and your friends on a wild ride through a dark and twisting tunnel, before being dropped into the largest fiber glass tube in the world.

4. The Atlantean Zip Line: 

Soar through the air on the longest zip line in the Middle East. The Atlantean Flyer gives you unparalleled views of Atlantis, its gorgeous beachfront and the glittering Dubai skyline from 20 metres above Aquaventure Waterpark.

5. Play with the dolphins: 

The Dolphin Encounter is an unforgettable experience where you get to meet and play with our dolphins in shallow water. Open to all ages and swimming abilities. Make a truly personal connection through dolphin hugs and kisses. You will not want to miss this once in a lifetime opportunity. Wade waist high into the crystal clear waters of the lagoon to enter the playful world of these dolphins. Each Dolphin Encounter is open to guests of all ages and is perfect for non-swimmers and young families.

6. Atlantis Kids Club and Club Rush parties: 

Kids Club and Club Rush provide the best entertainment for your children in Dubai, and are fully supervised and with daily programmes. The Clubs also offer the perfect base for any child’s big day. Themed parties and celebrations are filled with adventure and fun in the underwater theatre, creation zone, climbing walls and command centre.

The Kids Club Underwater Theatre introduces children to the ocean’s wonders and brings them face to face with some amazing marine animals. The auditorium also allows children to attend fun learning programmes, participate in games and watch the best kid’s films.

7. Encounter sharks: 

You don’t need to be a scuba diver to experience the marvels of the ocean. Put on one of our special helmets and safely explore the Shark Lagoon in Aquaventure Waterpark. Our specialised Shark Safari helmet allows you to traverse the bottom of the Shark Lagoon with ease. Effortlessly breathe and walk underwater, in a safe and controlled environment.

8. Helicopter tour of Dubai skyline: 

Dubai is famous for its iconic buildings and magnificent skyline and there is no better way to see it all than from the air. This amazing 15 minute tour starts at Atlantis, The Palm and takes you over the beautiful Arabian Gulf coastline and the incredible Palm Island passing the Burj Al Arab and The World Islands. Heading inland you’ll fly over Union Square, Sheikh Zayed Road and the Mall of the Emirates and of course no helicopter tour in Dubai would be complete without cruising past the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa.

9. Macaroons at the Poseidon’s Café: 

Enjoy a delicious coffee, tea, croissant or pastry as you look out into the mesmerizing Ambassador Lagoon. No other cafe in Dubai has a view quite like this. Located in the spectacular Poseidon Court, Poseidon Cafe will envelop you with its magnificent ambience and atmosphere of the marine life. Do not miss out on the sumptuous rage of macaroons!

10. Take back a souvenir: 

The Dolphin Bay Boutique and Legends Of Atlantis offer souvenirs to carry back home after a memorable experience with our Dolphins. Take back a soft toy of the dolphin or your favourite fish at the Ambassador Lagoon The boutique also offers swim wear, beach dresses, sunglasses, head wear, foot wear, kid’s toys and more.