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What to do and see in United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates: The Best Nature & Parks
Nomadic tribal heritage and modern society co-exist in the UAE, a federation of seven emirates at the southeastern edge of the Arabian Peninsula. Look beyond the desert that consumes four-fifths of its area and you'll find UAE capital Abu Dhabi, an oil-rich city of skyscrapers, parks and malls, and Dubai, with its split personality of luxury resorts and covered marketplaces, upscale boutiques and local artisans. For a break from urban sprawl, journey over rolling red sand dunes into the Hatta Mountains, where the 200-year-old Sharia Mosque sits amid 30 restored buildings of sandalwood and mud.
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1. Kalba Bird of Prey Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By d0nald2222
Driving past Kalba, we took a turn to the Kalba Fort and found the Bird of Prey Centre right beside it. This is a fantastic attraction which is new, clean and very informative. The range of birds are impressive and it showcases a part of UAE culture not experienced by many. Add in some camels and other domestic animals and you have a mini-zoo attraction with the fort overlooking the centre.
2. Arabian Wildlife Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 321 reviews
Reviewed By Sangeetmenon
Great place for kids to explore and gain knowledge about various wild animals from the gulf region. Mainly an indoor zoo ...only farm area is open area types. They have a huge variety of reptiles and rodents especially ..only 15 aed for adults... kids enter free.. the have a kids farm, islamic botanical garden and desert wildlife zoo.. all entry at this same price.. they are closed during national holidays is what I've heard. They have a cafeteria inside where you can get to buy tea and snacks and lunch as well. Kids can get to feed the farm animals as well for free.
3. Dubai Creek
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9,770 reviews
Drive along Dubai Creek, the lifeline and pulse of the city, which separates the city from Deira to the north and Bur Dubai to the south.
Reviewed By 128gabis - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Dubai creek has all of it - a fantastic view over Dubai, you can go for a romantic Dhow dinner cruise or walk along the creekside, take an Abra and cross the Creek to the other side and then stroll around the "old" souk or on the other visit the spice souk and gold souk, enjoy passing by the dhows and experience the vibrating life while getting an impression of the past and and and.... It''s always great to experience this Oasis" of "old" and "new" Dubai
4. Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,820 reviews
The Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve (DDCR) is a designated protected area for the conservation the natural inland desert ecosystem of Dubai. It spans 4.7% of the total land area of Dubai Emirate and encompasses 225km2 of sand dunes desert ecosystem interspersed with gravel plains. The DDCR is a member of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and has gained international recognition from the United Nations Environmental Program (UNEP). The DDCR is home to 57 Plant species, over 120 birds and 43 mammals and reptiles including the iconic Arabian Oryx. The DDCR can be visited by either staying at the Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa or for day visits with one of the four concession holders; Arabian Adventures, Lama Tours, Travco and Alpha Tours.
Reviewed By OntarioAna
we did a safari desert there and loved it it was so great to be able to walk trough the dunes and see the camels also loved the bbq dinner and belly dancers totally recommend to go there if you can perfect opportunity to take amazing photos at sunset in the dessert
5. Sharjah Aquarium
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 863 reviews
Reviewed By Prasanthpottekkat
I visited this place with my family. Ticket price is compared to other Emirates same parks. The number of visitors were very less. There are somany fishes and the place is very calm and clean. I think the parks, museums and other attractions in Sharjah is underrated.
6. Jebel Hafeet
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4.5 based on 1,669 reviews
Reviewed By RunningRick76 - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
I’ve camped and hiked into Jebel Hafit many times and truly enjoy the mountain. It’s the only mountain in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and one of the highest in the country. The 12 km road has over 60 turns, very well maintained and has many areas to park which also have playgrounds. There is a lookout and restaurant at the very top along with the palace and the 4 star hotel The Mercure is about 3 kilometers from the top. The Mercure Hotel is a great place to spend the night with a great restaurant next to the pool called the Eden Rock with amazing views. At the base of the northern tip is the Green Mubazarah and oasis type green grassy areas with hot spring for both men and women (currently closed due to COVID-19. From the springs I’ve hike into the interior of the mountain following trekking signs and white dots to find my way. Fossils and quartz seams can be found if paying attention. From the east side I’ve stayed at the Jebel Hafit Desert Park at the “bubble tent” camping grounds. From there the desert park has well marked trails that run the length of the mountain, from Oman to the south to the oasis in the north. We have hiked into the mountain from the camping grounds and found large seashell fossils all over the place. We once spotted a large Arabian fox running up the mountain, it was quite the sight! I look forward to returning time and time again!
7. Al Ain Zoo
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4.5 based on 1,369 reviews
Reviewed By MarwanHadhrami - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
We have decided to give Al Ain Zoo Safari a chance to try and it definitely was an excellent idea! The ticket grants an entry for the Zoo attractions plus the SUV ride into the Safari experience which take around 45-60 mins. The ticket must be bought in advance through their official website and it will cost AED 1050 for 6 people (who can get into the SUV) and this includes Giraffe feeding which the kids loved the most. The experience was fun and we totally enjoyed the day and it was one to remember.
8. The Lost Chambers Aquarium
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5,459 reviews
The largest Aquarium in the Middle-East and Africa! Lost for thousands of years deep beneath the sea, the ancient ruins of the lost city of Atlantis have finally been uncovered. Come live out your own Atlantean adventure at The Lost Chambers Aquarium home to 65,000 incredible marine animals. Explore the underwater mazes and tunnels of this lost civilization while encountering sharks, eels, seahorses and piranhas. There are over 20 impressive marine life exhibits including a touch tank and our interactive Aquatheatre show.
Reviewed By Vi_mason - Bangor, United Kingdom
We had brunch at Gordon Ramseys Bread Street Kitchen which is opposite the aquarium and the tickets were included. I am glad there were. The aquarium is unlike any other I have seen before, the displays are amazing and we particularly like the big tank were we could see the scuba divers who interacted with us. I could have sat and watched the fish for hours. My family really enjoyed this aquarium and I would definitely recommend this as a place to visit
9. Dubai Miracle Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7,472 reviews
Miracle Garden is one of a kind in the region and in the world for such a unique display and extravagant outdoor recreational destination. Miracle Garden in its first phase is providing state-of-the-art services and facilities including open parking, VIP parking, sitting areas, prayer room, toilet blocks, ablution facility, security room, first aid room, carts for handicapped visitors, retails and commercial kiosk and all other related services available to facilitate visitors.
Reviewed By KiritK - Mumbai, India
Must visit to this flower garden and various characters decorated with flowers n Emirates air plane made with flowers n can be viewed from various angles n can take pictures frm various angles and local cuisine available but need atleat half day to see the garden
10. Jebel Jais
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 980 reviews
Reviewed By auzmaq - Birmingham, United Kingdom
The most stunning mountain range in UAE! Visitors can cycle up, go for a hike or the more adventurous can attempt the Jabel Jais Flight which is the worlds longest zipline over the mountains! We did and it was EPIC!
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