Dubai, UAE – 13th May 2026 - After capturing hearts with his debut last month, Salam, Dubai Safari Park's newest white rhino calf, is now taking center stage for a month-long community celebration. Following Save the Rhino Day on May 1st, the park has launched the Month of Salam - a series of special initiatives dedicated to conservation and peace.
Are you a Salam or Salama?
Visit the park's website to enter the exclusive giveaway and meet your wild namesake before the season ends.
Enter the Giveaway →To mark the occasion, Dubai Safari Park is looking for the calf's human namesakes to join the festivities. The park is giving away complimentary tickets to guests named Salam or Salama via a competition on the website, inviting them to visit their wild counterpart before the season wraps up.
📢 How to Participate
Don't share his name? In the spirit of Salam, the park is giving everyone an opportunity to get involved. Share a message of peace on the park's Instagram for the chance to win a Safari Bundle ticket.
Beyond the ticket giveaways, the Month of Salam initiative highlights the ongoing work of Dubai Safari Park's endangered species breeding programs. White rhinos are currently classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN, making every birth a significant milestone for global biodiversity. Salam is the second calf born at the park, following the birth of Onyx in 2024, and stands as a testament to the park's conservation efforts.
By inviting the Salams, Salamas, and wildlife enthusiasts of the UAE in honor of the new calf, the park aims to foster a deeper, more personal connection to wildlife protection. The month serves as the grand finale to a successful Season 7, offering guests a final opportunity to visit before the park closes for the summer on May 31st.
For more information, competition entries, and tickets, please visit: https://dubaisafari.ae/salam
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About Dubai Safari Park
Dubai Safari Park is a responsible wildlife sanctuary set within a 119-hectare landscape in the heart of the city. It offers guests the opportunity to explore, learn about, and connect with the animal kingdom through a unique blend of entertainment, education, and a dedication to animal welfare. As a proud member of EAZA (European Association of Zoos and Aquaria) and WAZA (World Association of Zoos and Aquariums), the park upholds the highest international standards in animal care, conservation, and sustainability. This global accreditation solidifies and strengthens the park's continuous commitment to providing world-class animal care through its skilled team of zoologists, veterinarians and animal carers from around the globe.
With over 3,000 animals from 300 species, the park offers a range of attractions, including two safari experiences, up-close animal encounters, live presentations, and character performances. Visitors can also enjoy shopping and dining, along with interactive educational activities across six themed zones – African Village, Explorer Village, Asian Village, Arabian Desert Safari, Kids' Farm and Al Wadi – all connected by a convenient shuttle train.
The park actively participates in international educational research and breeding programs, as well as rescue missions, aligning with its commitment to animal welfare and conservation. Dubai Safari Park continues to lead in environmental sustainability, utilizing advanced technologies for animal care and eco-friendly operations.