Sir Bani Yas shatters all pre-conceived notions of an island. While affording travellers an incomparable island experience in the United Arab Emirates, it protects and showcases amazing wildlife. Created by natural forces, this island is named after its first inhabitants, the Bani Yas tribe. However, it was the initiative of one phenomenal man that transformed the island in 1971. Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan the founder of the UAE declared the island a nature reserve. Since then, a conscious effort is made to safeguard the island’s beauteous wildlife. Curious to find out what wild encounters are in store? Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara, are among the options available for Sir Bani Yas Island hotels that would give you multiple opportunities to come into contact with the ‘wild’ attractions of the island.
Did you know that a group of flamingos is called a flamboyance? Or that cheetahs are the only big cats who cannot roar? At Sir Bani Yas Island you will learn so many interesting facts about the animals you know and love.
Be prepared for a wild adventure at the island’s massive wildlife park. It is so gigantic it takes up half of the island. The most attractive quality about the park is that the animals roam and explore their territories very freely.
Ostrich, Arabian Rock Hyrax, Beisa Oryx and of course Giraffe are a few of the animals you will be able to spot at the park. Look overhead and in the water and you will also be amazed to see a tremendous variety of birds.
The aim to conserve wildlife is one that must also be applauded. Sir Bani Yas Island is flourishing as a nature reserve and it is sure to be a heavenly home for wildlife even in the distant future.
Auburn Silver is a travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world. Google+
