Video: Train dragons in new Dubai theme park offering

This unique and magical land brings guests up close and personal to their favourite dragons in a spectacular backdrop.

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Published: Wed 26 Apr 2017, 2:50 PM

Last updated: Thu 4 Apr 2024, 10:59 AM

There is a new area located in Dubai Parks and Resorts and its set to give residents the opprotunity to "train their own dragon". "How to Train Your Dragon" land located in the popular DreamWorks zone as part of MotiongateT Dubai opened earlier. The new dragon land features fully-immersive rides and attractions for dragon fans and adventure seekers of all ages.

Viking adventure awaits in the "How to Train Your Dragon" land that conveys guests beyond the screen in a multi-sensory environment. Come experience the stunning sights, spectacular immersion, taste and smells of Berk! This unique and magical land brings guests up close and personal to their favourite Dragons in a spectacular backdrop.


Sail like a Viking on the Swinging Viking, a thrilling ship-based adventure that is sure to leave guests without their sea legs. Young Vikings can hone their skills at Camp Viking, an interactive, adventure play area with crawl netting, dragon training tools and dueling Viking ships that will unleash their young Viking spirit!

"Calling all Dragon Riders" to the ultimate flagship coaster, Dragon Gliders which is a Dubai first! Incorporating the latest in next generation ride technology to bring a multi-sensory, action-packed adventure. Dragon riders learn to fly with Hiccup, Toothless, Astrid and Stormfly on their very own Dragon Glider as they embark on an exhilarating journey to the secret Forbidden Isles, discover mysteries and see the legendary lights of Berk!


Featuring new, never-seen-before content created by DreamWorks Animation exclusively for MotiongateT Dubai, plus state-of-the-art programmable ride systems, 360-degree rotating ride vehicles, built-in audio, massive multimedia projections and so much more, these rides are set to become some of the most memorable rides for guests of all ages.

Sneak peek video of Dragon Gliders included here:

Viking guests can refuel, quench their thirst and sample the tastes of Berk at the Viking-inspired Dragon Flame Grill, serving hearty foods such as dragon fired shawarmas, dragon inspired curries and delicious dragon desserts.

MotiongateT Dubai is calling Vikings of all ages to come and experience the sights, sounds and adventures of Berk that await at the DreamWorks Zone!

"How to Train Your Dragon" land is just one of the four lands included in the DreamWorks Zone based on the studio's popular blockbuster animation hits including: "Shrek", "Kung Fu Panda" and "Madagascar." Each land brings the humor, storytelling and richness of these classic franchises to life in a completely immersive, all-indoor environment on their own. Guests will live the adventure of such favorites as magic of Shrek's Swamp, the harmony of the Valley of Peace, the festivities of life under the Big Top Zooster Circus of Madagascar and of course the culture of Dragons on the Isle of Berk.

All combined, the lands feature 12 action-packed rides and attractions including 4 memorable live experiences, 4 themed dining outlets and 5 themed retailed stores making the DreamWorks Zone a cinematic adventure at its best. At the moment, this Zone is under technical rehearsal.

MotiongateT Dubai is part of Dubai Parks and Resorts which also features Bollywood ParksT Dubai, a first-of-its-kind theme park that will showcase rides and attraction based on some of Bollywood's biggest blockbusters as well as the region's first LEGOLAND® Park and a LEGOLAND® Water Park. The entire destination is connected by RiverlandT Dubai - a retail and dining destination at the heart of Dubai Parks and Resorts that is free for all to enjoy, and guests can stay at the LapitaT Hotel, a Polynesian themed family hotel part of the Marriott Autograph® Collection. Expected to open in late 2019, Six Flags Dubai will be destination's fourth theme park and the region's first Six Flags theme park.


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