47 Crazy Things You Only Find in Dubai

34. Zipline over Dubai Marina

If you’ve ever wanted to see Dubai from a bird’s-eye view while getting an adrenaline rush, XLine has got you covered. For the thrill-seekers, XLine offers one of the world’s fastest and steepest ziplines, right over the Dubai Marina. The zipline is 0.62 miles long, suspended 558 feet above the ground, and lets you reach eye-watering speeds of up to 50 miles per hour. With a single ride priced at $177 and a double at $354, it’s an experience not for the faint of heart, but then again, when has Dubai ever been about subtlety?

As you glide over the Marina, you’re treated to stunning vistas that include picturesque beaches, opulent yachts, and the pristine waters below. And if it’s the urban landscape you’re more interested in, there’s also an XLine route that takes you over Downtown Dubai. There, you can marvel at the sleek high-rises and ritzy neighborhoods that make up this extraordinary city.