Coast & nature

Al Zorah White Sand Beach Reserve

Ajman41′ from Dubai by transfer

2 kilometers of untouched white sand coastline bordered by 1 million sqm of mangrove forests.

Flamingo Beach & Mangrove Lagoon

Umm Al Quwain56′ from Dubai by transfer

Serene shallow beach lagoon frequented by flocks of wild pink flamingos and migratory waterfowl.

Saadiyat Natural Turtle Beach Sanctuary

Abu Dhabi84′ from Dubai by transfer

Pristine turquoise waters and protected coastal dunes home to endangered Hawksbill sea turtles.

Suwaidi Pearl Farm Lagoon Tour

Ras Al Khaimah81′ from Dubai by transfer

Traditional Arabian pearl diving farm nestled in serene mangrove lagoons surrounded by Hajar mountains.

Kite Beach Watersports & Food Trucks

Dubai

Vibrant beach hub for kitesurfing, beach volleyball, Salt food trucks, and views of Dubai skyline.

Jumeirah Sunset Beach & Burj Al Arab View

Dubai

Pristine white sand beach offering postcard views of Burj Al Arab, sunset swimming, and beachside jogging.

Al Zorah Mangrove Kayak Expedition

Ajman41′ from Dubai by transfer

Glide past 58 species of migratory birds including pink flamingos in 1 million sqm of protected mangroves.

Al Sinniyah Island & Monastery Site

Umm Al Quwain56′ from Dubai by transfer

Unspoiled barrier island home to Arabia's oldest Christian monastery discovery, gazelles and socotra cormorants.

Al Aqah Golden Coast Beach

Fujairah82′ from Dubai by transfer

Golden sand beach on the Indian Ocean coast, framed by dramatic Hajar mountain peaks.

Al Ain Zoo & Man-Made African Safari

Abu Dhabi84′ from Dubai by transfer

217-hectare wildlife park and world's largest man-made safari featuring white lions, rhinos, and giraffes.

Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi84′ from Dubai by transfer

A fully indoor theme park across six lands, which makes it a summer-proof day out.

Sir Baniyas Island

Abu Dhabi84′ from Dubai by transfer

An island wildlife reserve with free-roaming giraffe, cheetah and Arabian oryx.

Sharjah Aquarium

Sharjah26′ from Dubai by transfer

Gulf reef species shown alongside the fishing heritage of the lagoon beside it.

Ras Al Khor

Dubai

A protected lagoon inside the city where flamingos feed at close range from hides.

Mangrove Marine National Park

Abu Dhabi84′ from Dubai by transfer

Kayak channels through protected mangrove forest on the edge of the capital.

Al Marjan Island Beach

Ras Al Khaimah81′ from Dubai by transfer

A four-island shoreline of white sand and calm water, home to the resorts where the Grand Tour spends its Ras Al Khaimah nights.

كورنيش عجمان

Ajman41′ from Dubai by transfer

A long promenade and swimming beach facing directly into the sunset.

Ras Al Khaimah Fish Market

Ras Al Khaimah81′ from Dubai by transfer

The morning catch from the Gulf sold off the quay — hammour, kingfish and shrimp, weighed and argued over.

Musandam Fjords — Dibba Port

Fujairah82′ from Dubai by transfer

The dhow leaves Dibba for the Musandam fjords — cliffs straight out of the water, and swimming stops in between.

Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi84′ from Dubai by transfer

Under the red roof on Yas Island: Formula Rossa, the fastest rollercoaster in the world, and the cars behind it.

SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi84′ from Dubai by transfer

A marine-life park and research centre on Yas Island, with the region's largest multi-species aquarium.

Kingfisher Retreat by Sharjah Collection

Sharjah26′ from Dubai by transfer

Palm Jumeirah

Dubai

Artificial, palm tree–shaped island featuring high-end hotels & apartment towers, plus beach clubs.

Al Reem Island

Abu Dhabi84′ from Dubai by transfer

Residential island known for its modern apartment complexes & proximity to the city center.

Corniche Beach

Abu Dhabi84′ from Dubai by transfer

City beach with international clean-water status & ropes limited the available swimming distance.

Jubail Mangrove Park

Abu Dhabi84′ from Dubai by transfer

Mamsha Al Saadiyat

Abu Dhabi84′ from Dubai by transfer

Yas Island

Abu Dhabi84′ from Dubai by transfer

Small island with a Grand Prix car-racing circuit, amusement parks, a beach & a golf course.

Kalba Eco-Lodge

Sharjah26′ from Dubai by transfer