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Sir Bani Yas Island Travel Guide – An Island Full of Adventures!

An Island Full of Adventures!

  • February 24, 2020
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Image Credit: Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara
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In Abu Dhabi, you will find an enchanting island that offers a unique holiday experience; home to a wildlife park, luxury resorts and plenty of outdoor activities, Sir Bani Yas Island provides a getaway like no other!

Planning a Visit

Do keep in mind this island is in fact, around 150 miles from Abu Dhabi; resorts (three in total) can be found on Sir Bani Yas itself making it ideal for a romantic or family escape. The island can be reached directly by plane or boat or via car to Jebel Dhanna and then a boat or water taxi from there.

Image Credit: Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara

Arabian Wildlife Park

The star attraction here is the Arabian Wildlife Park home to thousands of free-roaming animals; these include the endangered Arabian oryx, sand gazelles, northern cheetahs, reticulated giraffes, flamingos and ostriches. Properties the likes of Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara do offer wildlife drives, nature walks and horse rides that let you get up close to some of these creatures.

Image Credit: Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara

Exciting Escapades

There are plenty more thrilling activities too; head off on a wadi walk amidst imposing dunes, pedal your way on a mountain bike along off-road trails and ride across the dunes on an Arabian stallion. You can even tour historic archaeological sites including an ancient Nestorian Christian monastery.

Image Credit: Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara

Water Sports

Sir Bani Yas Island is an excellent destination to engage in snorkelling to discover thriving reefs and diverse marine species. With water sports like stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking also on offer, there are plenty of captivating experiences to look forward to when here.

Image Credit: Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara

 

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