Dubai Holding Burj Al Arab Swim has joined Global Swim Series, the world’s largest series of open water swim races globally bringing together more than 63,000 swimmers from 29 countries.

The fund-raising event that offers the only chance to swim around the iconic Burj Al Arab Jumeirah is set to take place on March 31.

Up to 500 swimmers are expected to participate in the 13th edition of the event in the 1,600 meters and 800 metres race categories. An official event of Dubai Sports Council, the Dubai Holding Burj Al Arab Swim is open to participants aged 16 years and above of all fitness levels.

Dubai Holding has pledged that all funds raised at the event will be donated to the Obesity Research Fund of Al Jalila Foundation.

To register for the event, please visit www.burjalarabswim.ae