A Dubai December holiday package from Nairobi gives you sunshine, fireworks and shopping when Nairobi schools are on break. December in Dubai is mild, bright and busy and prices climb from 20 December.
- FromKES 112,000per person sharing, 3 star, 1 to 19 Dec, with return flights (New Year from KES 146,000)
- Duration5 days, 4 nights
- StartsNairobi (JKIA)
- Best forNew Year trips, school holiday families and couples
- StylePrivate for your party
Rated 5.0 on Google from 46 reviews. Price confirmed in writing before you pay.
Authentic Adventures sells every Dubai December holiday package from Nairobi as one booking. We handle your flights, hotel, transfers and UAE visa together. You pay a deposit to hold the trip and clear the balance in instalments before you fly.
This page shows what changes between early December and New Year, the real price premium, how to watch the Burj Khalifa fireworks and when to book. Send your dates on WhatsApp for a written quote on your Dubai December holiday package from Nairobi.
Highlights
- Three date bands shown, so you see the New Year premium before you ask
- Return flights, hotel with breakfast and private transfers in one price
- City tour, desert safari and dhow dinner included
- Help planning your New Year fireworks viewing
- Dubai Shopping Festival sales and Global Village in the same trip
- Deposit now and instalments before you fly
- A 5 day plan or a 6 day plan that ends after New Year
Day by day plan
- Day 1
Nairobi to Dubai
You fly Nairobi to Dubai in about 5 hours 30 minutes. December flights fill early, so we choose the best departure left on your dates. A driver meets you in arrivals. Your hotel check in is usually from mid afternoon. Walk out for dinner, because the evenings are cool and the streets are full of lights.
- Day 2
Dubai city tour
A guide takes you past the Jumeirah Mosque, the Burj Al Arab and the Palm Jumeirah. You stop at the Dubai Frame and the beach front for photos. The afternoon is free for the Dubai Mall, the aquarium and the fountain show. In December the malls carry Christmas trees and sale banners.
- Day 3
Desert safari and dhow dinner
You swim or shop in the morning. In the afternoon a 4×4 takes you over the dunes for a camel ride, sand boarding and a BBQ dinner under the stars. December desert nights are cool, so bring a jacket. Another evening you board a dhow for a dinner cruise along the Marina or the Creek.
- Day 4
Free day and New Year plans
Today is yours. You can visit Global Village, see the Dubai Frame or relax at the beach. On 31 December we help you reach your fireworks spot early. Downtown roads close in the afternoon and the metro runs late. Gala dinners and viewing tickets are optional extras that we quote on request.
- Day 5
Last shopping and flight home
You check out and spend the morning at a mall or the gold souk. A driver takes you to the airport about three hours before your flight. On peak days the airport is crowded, so we ask you to arrive early. You land back in Nairobi the same day with gifts and photos.
Dubai December holiday package from Nairobi, 5 days 4 nights, KES per person sharing with return flights
| Dates | 3 star | 4 star | 5 star |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal dates, Feb to Nov | KES 99,000 | KES 115,000 | KES 149,000 |
| 1 to 19 December | KES 112,000 | KES 126,000 | KES 158,000 |
| 20 Dec to 3 Jan, New Year | KES 146,000 | KES 176,000 | KES 254,000 |
- The New Year row is about USD 1,130, 1,365 and 1,970 at KES 129 to the dollar, so you can compare dollar quotes
- A 6 day New Year version adds about KES 8,000, 15,000 and 35,000 per person for the extra night
- Single travellers pay a supplement of about KES 31,000, 61,000 and 139,000 at New Year
- Guide prices include return flights, transfers, breakfast, city tour, desert safari and dhow dinner and are confirmed in writing on WhatsApp before any payment
- Visa, tourism dirham fee, gala dinners and fireworks viewing tickets are extra
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Reserve this trip
Pick your dates and group. See the total. Hold it with a deposit.
Pay by Mpesa, bank transfer or card once we confirm in writing. Free changes until you confirm.
Included
- Return economy flights Nairobi to Dubai with taxes
- 4 nights in Dubai with daily breakfast
- Private airport transfers
- Half day city tour with a guide
- Desert safari with BBQ dinner
- Dhow dinner cruise
- Help with your UAE visa application
Not included
- UAE visa fee, charged by the authorities
- Travel insurance, which we strongly advise, as in our guide to Kenya travel insurance
- New Year gala dinners and fireworks viewing tickets
- Lunches and most dinners
- Tourism dirham fee at the hotel, paid on check in
- Burj Khalifa tickets and other optional extras
- Tips for guides and drivers
How much is a Dubai December holiday package from Nairobi
A Dubai December holiday package from Nairobi costs KES 112,000 to 158,000 per person for 1 to 19 December, depending on hotel tier. From 20 December to 3 January it costs KES 146,000 to 254,000. Normal dates in February to November start at KES 99,000.
The jump comes from two things. Flights rise sharply in the last ten days of December and hotels near the fireworks charge top rates. See the base trip at Dubai holiday packages from Nairobi if you can travel off peak.
Why a Dubai December holiday package from Nairobi costs more at New Year
Dubai hosts some of the biggest New Year parties in the world. Hotels in Downtown and on the Palm often set minimum stays and gala dinner rules. Airlines add seats but they still sell out.
Our Dubai December holiday package from Nairobi uses hotels that keep New Year rates fair. We show you the true premium before you pay. If your dates are flexible, travel on 1 to 15 December. You save thousands and still get the Christmas lights.
When should I book flights to Dubai for December
Book three to four months ahead. Fares for the week of Christmas and New Year rise fast and the best seats go first. Kenyan school holidays begin in late November, so family departures fill quickly.
If you book a Dubai December holiday package from Nairobi in August or September, you get the best choice of hotels and flight times. Pay a deposit to hold your seats. We then collect the balance in instalments.
Can I book late?
Yes, but you pay more and choose from fewer hotels. Message us on WhatsApp and we check what is left.
Is Dubai busy over Christmas and New Year
Yes. The streets, malls and attractions are crowded from about 20 December. Queues at the Burj Khalifa and the desert camps are longer. Restaurants need reservations and taxis take longer to find.
The crowds also bring a festive mood that many visitors enjoy. Plan your must see items for the first part of your Dubai December holiday package from Nairobi. Keep New Year’s Eve for a single big event.
Where to watch the Dubai New Year fireworks
The Burj Khalifa show is the most famous. The best views are around the Dubai Fountain boardwalk, Burj Park and the Dubai Mall area. These areas have ticketed zones and early road closures.
Other good spots are the Palm Jumeirah, where hotels fire their own displays and Jumeirah Beach near the Burj Al Arab. A hotel dinner with a view costs more but saves you the crowd. We help you choose one that fits your budget.
- Downtown and Burj Park: the classic view and the biggest crowd
- Palm Jumeirah hotels: beach side fireworks and a calmer crowd
- Jumeirah Beach: open space and a view of the Burj Al Arab
- Hotel rooftop dinner: the easiest option with a fixed table
Weather in Dubai in December
December is among the best months. Daytime highs sit around 24 to 27 degrees and nights fall to 15 to 18 degrees. The sea is about 23 degrees, which is fine for a swim. Rain is rare, but a short shower can happen.
Pack light clothes for the day and a jacket for the desert and for evening walks. A Dubai December holiday package from Nairobi is also a good time for outdoor tours, because the heat is gentle.
Dubai Shopping Festival and Global Village
The Dubai Shopping Festival usually starts in mid December and runs into January. Malls, souks and brands run sales and raffles. Dates change each year, so we confirm them in your quote.
Global Village, a large outdoor park with country pavilions, is open from about October to April. It is busy at New Year, so visit on a weekday. If shopping is your main goal, see our Dubai shopping trip from Nairobi for a plan built around markets and freight.
Visa and travel papers for a Dubai December holiday package from Nairobi
Kenyan passport holders normally need a UAE visa. We confirm the current rule and fee when you book and file the application for you. Processing has recently taken about 3 to 5 working days, but peak weeks can be slower, so apply at least three weeks before you fly.
You need a passport valid for six months, a passport photo, your flight booking and your hotel booking. Children need their own visas. See our Dubai family holiday packages if you travel with kids.
Costs on the ground and what to pack
Meals range from AED 25 at a food court to AED 150 at a nice restaurant. New Year menus are fixed and priced higher. At about KES 35 to the dirham, plan KES 30,000 to 55,000 for spending money over 5 days in December.
Pack light cotton clothes, a jacket, swimwear, a hat and comfortable shoes. Bring a UK style adapter and a power bank. Carry a printed copy of your visa and hotel booking.
Pay in instalments
You pay a deposit to hold the trip. The balance can be paid in instalments before you travel, by Mpesa, bank transfer or card on our secure Pesapal checkout. See the holiday payment plan page for the schedule.
To reserve your Dubai December holiday package from Nairobi, open book and pay or message us on WhatsApp. For other festive trips, see December holidays abroad from Nairobi.
Hotel choices for a Dubai December holiday package from Nairobi
Hotels near Downtown, the Marina and the Palm cost the most at New Year. Hotels in Deira and Bur Dubai cost less and sit near the metro, which is a real help on a crowded night. We name each hotel in your quote and send photos before you pay.
Ask for a high floor if you want a skyline view, but know that rooms facing the fireworks are limited. A Dubai December holiday package from Nairobi in a 3 star hotel plus a rooftop dinner often beats a 5 star room with no view.
Who this trip suits
This Dubai December holiday package from Nairobi suits families on school break, couples marking a new year and friends who want warm weather. It is not the quietest time to visit. If you prefer calm, read our Dubai honeymoon packages and travel outside the peak weeks.
Christmas Day is a normal working day in Dubai, though hotels and malls host brunches and decorations. Many Kenyan families enjoy the mix of beach days and lights.
How to book your dubai december holiday package from Nairobi
Booking your dubai december holiday package from Nairobi with us takes about five minutes of your time. The rest is our job. Here is exactly what happens, step by step, so there are no surprises along the way.
- Send your dates. Message us on WhatsApp with your travel dates, how many people are coming and the ages of any children. Tell us if you have a budget in mind. We plan with it, not around it.
- Get a written quote. We reply with a clear price per person, what it includes and what it does not. No hidden park fees and no vague extras. If a cheaper camp or a shorter route makes more sense, we say so.
- Tweak it until it fits. Change a camp, add a night or swap a park. Ask as many questions as you like. Changes cost nothing until you confirm.
- Confirm with a deposit. A deposit holds your vehicle, guide and rooms. You get a written confirmation with every detail and the date the balance is due.
- Travel day. Your driver guide meets you at your hotel or the airport with a name board. You have their number and ours for the whole trip.
What every trip with us includes
Every dubai december holiday package from Nairobi plan we put together comes with the basics done properly. You ride in a safari vehicle with a pop up roof, with a professional driver guide who knows the parks. Water is in the cooler box and park fees are sorted in advance so you do not stand in a queue at the gate.
We also stay reachable. If something changes on the road, a flat tyre, a closed route or a sudden storm, we sort it and keep you posted on WhatsApp.
Paying safely
We share payment details in writing only and every payment gets a receipt. The payment options and the balance date sit on your written quote, so nothing is left to memory or a phone call.
Why book with a Nairobi team
We live here. We drive these roads all year, we know which camps are honest about their photos and we know when a park is too busy to enjoy. That local knowledge is what turns a good dubai december holiday package from Nairobi into a great one. Our Google rating sits at 5.0 from 46 reviews and we plan to keep it that way.
Ready when you are. Send us a message and we will put a plan together for you shortly.
Questions people ask
How much is a Dubai New Year package from Nairobi?
A Dubai New Year package from Nairobi for 20 December to 3 January costs about KES 146,000 per person in a 3 star hotel, KES 176,000 in a 4 star and KES 254,000 in a 5 star, with return flights. Gala dinners and viewing tickets are extra.
When should I book flights to Dubai for December?
Book three to four months ahead. Late December fares rise fast and the best flights sell out. A deposit holds your seats and you can pay the rest in instalments. We confirm the airline and times in writing.
Is Dubai busy over Christmas and New Year?
Yes. Malls, attractions and the metro are crowded from about 20 December. Book restaurants and tours early. Travel on 1 to 15 December for the same weather, shorter queues and a lower price on your Dubai December holiday package from Nairobi.
Where can I watch the Dubai New Year fireworks?
The Burj Khalifa area in Downtown is the classic spot. Palm Jumeirah hotels and Jumeirah Beach offer calmer views. Roads close early, so arrive in the afternoon. We help you pick a ticketed zone or a hotel dinner with a view.
What is the weather in Dubai in December?
Mild and sunny. Days reach 24 to 27 degrees and nights fall to 15 to 18 degrees. The sea is warm enough for a swim. Pack a jacket for the desert and for evenings. It rarely rains.
Can I pay for a Dubai December holiday package from Nairobi in instalments?
Yes. Pay a deposit to hold your seats and rooms, then clear the balance in instalments before you fly. Use Mpesa, bank transfer or card. For December trips we advise booking by September so the instalments are comfortable.
Official information: Visit Dubai, the official tourism site.
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