Whenever we talk about new year in Dubai, most of the people only think about Burj Khalifa fireworks. And yes, it is the biggest show, but let me tell you that Downtown on the 31st night is not easy for everyone. You have to reach by afternoon and then wait again to get out after midnight. So if you are with family, kids or elderly parents, better to choose a place where you can enjoy the countdown in a relaxed way.

Here are some good options outside Downtown that still give you the proper new year feeling.

1. New Year Desert Safari Dubai

Now this is one of the most booked plans in December, and the reason is simple. A new year desert safari dubai trip takes you away from the city crowd completely. The pickup is in the afternoon, then you do dune bashing, camel ride and sandboarding, and by evening you reach the camp where the actual celebration starts.

Dinner is BBQ buffet, there are live shows like tanoura, belly dance and fire show, and the countdown happens under the open sky with music. When its about price, a new year desert safari dubai package normally costs more than regular days, starting from around AED 300 per person and higher for VIP seating. Booking early is a must.

2. Atlantis and Palm Jumeirah

Atlantis The Palm usually has its own big fireworks show which you can see from the hotel, the Palm boardwalk and also from beaches nearby. If you are staying on the Palm or booking a dinner there, you get a good view without going near Sheikh Zayed Road at all.

3. JBR and The Beach

JBR is a nice option for people who want beach, food and crowd but not too much crowd. Restaurants on The Walk are open till late and you can see fireworks around Dubai Marina side from the beach. Metro or tram is better here since parking gets full early.

4. Dubai Festival City and Al Seef

Festival City has the waterfront area where people come to see fireworks over Dubai Creek, and Al Seef also has a heritage style setting with cafes and walkways. Both places are less crowded compared to Downtown, and leaving after midnight is comparatively smooth.
At the end of the day, every place has its own charm, but the main thing is to plan your timing and booking in advance. If you are confused about choosing between a desert camp or a city spot, my suggestion is to speak with the reliable and specialized tour operator like Premiumdesertsafaritours.com. They will guide you on the right new year desert safari dubai package or any other plan based on your group and budget.