Beat the heat at DreamWorks Animation Zone in Motiongate Dubai

Kids and families can learn the art of kung fu in an interactive show at Kung Fu Academy.

The DreamWorks Animation Zone is part of the Hollywood-inspired theme park, Motiongate Dubai located in Dubai Parks and Resorts, the region’s largest integrated theme park destination. The family-friendly zone houses a total of 12 rides, four live experiences, four themed restaurants and five retail stores, serving as a one-stop-shop for all entertainment requirements.
Motiongate Dubai features state-of-the-art programmable ride systems, 360-degree rotating ride vehicles, built-in audio and massive multimedia projections.
The DreamWorks Animation Zone is an indoor-world of hysterical characters and heartwarming stories with four themed lands inspired by the blockbuster animated hits “Kung Fu Panda,” “How to Train Your Dragon,” “Madagascar” and “Shrek.” Re-creating each film in their own uniquely themed “lands,” guests are welcomed by a majestic and multi-sensory fountain with sculptures of all the DreamWorks characters coming to life.
“Shrek Land:” Guests can enjoy a brand-new Shrek adventure where captivating story-telling and a good dose of Donkey’s cheekiness await. Visitors can experience “Shrek’s Merry Fairy Tale Journey,” which tells the tale of Shrek and Fiona’s love story. Another family-friendly ride is “Swamp Celebration” where guests can rock and glide inside a hallowed out tree trunk.
“How to Train Your Dragon Land:” Guests will be able to begin their journey on the Swinging Viking ship set on a thrilling rogue adventure. Set among the Isles of Berk, the flagship ride “Dragon Gliders,” a regional first, incorporates the best in new generation ride technology to bring a multi-sensory, action-packed adventure to visitors.
“Madagascar Land:” There is plenty of excitement at Madagascar land. “Mad Pursuit” is the fastest rollercoaster that will take guests on a mad chase through the circus while kids can maneuver their own aircraft gliders at “Penguin Air. Melman Go-Round” is a whimsical and colorful carousel.
“Kung Fu Panda Land:” Guests can climb aboard a rollicking crazy adventure on a 4D simulator with the “Unstoppable Awesomeness Ride. Mr. Ping’s Noodle Fling” is a whirling, twirling tea cup ride where the rider is in charge of how fast they would like to go. Kids and families can learn the art of kung fu from “Master Po” himself in an interactive show at “Kung Fu Academy.”