Dubai skyline at dusk with the Burj Khalifa rising above the city lights

Dubai holiday packages from Cape Town

City of gold, desert and skyline

Dubai packs more into a week than almost anywhere on earth — record-breaking towers, desert safaris, beaches, malls and Michelin dining. Our Cape Town team bundles flights, UAE visas, hotels and transfers into one seamless package.

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Getting there
±9.5 hours direct from Cape Town
Best time to go
November to March — warm days, cool evenings
Visa
UAE tourist visa required — we arrange it (usually 3–5 working days)
Currency
UAE Dirham (AED) — cards accepted almost everywhere

Popular Dubai packages

Prices are per person sharing, include flights from Cape Town, and are indicative — we confirm exact pricing for your dates before you commit to anything.

City Break

4 nights
From R16,900 pp sharing
  • Return flights ex Cape Town
  • UAE tourist visa arranged by us
  • 4★ hotel, daily breakfast
  • Return airport transfers
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Dubai Explorer

6 nights
From R23,500 pp sharing
  • Flights, visa & transfers
  • 4★–5★ hotel on Sheikh Zayed Rd or the Palm
  • Desert safari with BBQ dinner
  • Burj Khalifa 'At the Top' tickets
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Luxury Palm Escape

6 nights
From R38,000 pp sharing
  • Flights & fast-track visa
  • 5★ Palm Jumeirah resort, half board
  • Private transfers & chauffeur day
  • Yacht cruise or fine-dining experience
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Why Dubai

  • Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall and the Fountain shows
  • Desert safari with dune bashing and Bedouin dinner
  • Palm Jumeirah beaches and beach-club days
  • Abu Dhabi day trips — Grand Mosque and Ferrari World

What's always included

  • Return flights with reputable airlines, booked by us
  • Visa guidance or applications where required
  • A human consultant on WhatsApp before and during your trip
  • All transfers pre-arranged — no airport haggling

Dubai holidays — FAQs

Do South Africans need a visa for Dubai?

Yes, a UAE tourist visa is required — but it's straightforward and we handle the whole application. Allow 3–5 working days once documents are submitted.

What should I wear in Dubai?

Dubai is cosmopolitan — normal holiday wear is fine in hotels, beaches and malls. Pack modest clothing (covered shoulders and knees) for mosques and old-town areas.

Is Dubai expensive once I'm there?

It can be, but our packages pre-pay the big items. Local taxis and the metro are affordable, and there are excellent dining options at every budget.

Can I combine Dubai with another destination?

Absolutely — Dubai pairs beautifully with the Maldives or Mauritius. Ask us for a twin-centre quote; Emirates connections make it easy.