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Big Red, Dubai Al Wathba Wetland
Wadi Ghalilah, Dubai Reserve, Abu Dhabi
Al Hamar is the local name for a
big red sand dune. The 100-
meter-high dune is the ideal
Wadi Ghalilah is located in Ras More than 200 kinds of migratory
Al Khaimah and is easily location for dune bashing, birds are attracted to this little
accessible by automobile from sandboarding, and other extreme wetland area on the outskirts of
Dubai. The "Stairway to Heaven" sports. Abu Dhabi, which you may see
is a mountain trail that connects from the bird hide. The flamingo
an Oman town with Ras al population, which numbers in the
Khaimah. Its steep rocks, limited Mangrove National thousands, has earned the
routes, and winding cliffs entice reserve the nickname Flamingo
experienced rock climbers and Park, Abu Dhabi City. The protected-area site
mountaineers to attempt the includes a variety of ecosystems,
1,500-meter ascent. ranging from freshwater and salty
lakes to dunes, bushes, and
trees, all of which are home to a
variety of natural inhabitants. Al
Wathba also has walking trails
Hatta, Dubai where you may learn about the
various ecosystems.
Al Qudra Lakes, Dubai
Mangrove National Park is a
place of beauty and peace away
from the hustle and bustle of the
town. Kayaking, paddle boarding,
and a boating tour are among the
activities available to explore the
Hatta is a popular relaxation spot area. The water is clean enough
for residents, with calm blue seas to see life moving amongst the The Al Qudra Lakes are home to
surrounding the steep highlands. roots, but larger species like fox and onyx, as well as a variety
Mountain biking, hiking, camping, turtles, blue swimmer crabs, and of birds such as swans, ducks,
and kayaking on Hatta Lake are even dolphins can be seen. and flamingos. The endangered
example outdoor activities Steppe Eagle and the Asian
available.
Houbara are among the more
than 200 bird species found here.26
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