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Abu Dhabi is a place where contrasts are masterfully woven together. with ancient and modern worlds, island networks, lush green oasis, and deserts juxtaposed against ultra-modern towerscapes and infrastructure with advanced technology. Although there are many wonders inside its borders, the spectacular natural wonders are frequently harder to see and are therefore more readily missed. If you'd like to take an Abu Dhabi city tour in the United Arab Emirates, get in touch with one of the best travel and tour agencies there.

1. Al Mirayr forests

Al Mirayr, a desert forest, can be found within a short distance from the lovely Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara (see location here). Even if it's not the biggest woodland area you'll ever see, the way the saffron-colored desert sands that surround it contrast with it makes it one of the most striking. You need a 4WD vehicle to get there, and if you want to keep exploring wadis, the nearby sand has many more interesting sights.

2. Al-Ain Oasis

The Garden City, often known as Al Ain, is a fantastic place to start if you're seeking green. In 2011, UNESCO designated this 1,200-hectare desert oasis in the midst of Al Ain as a World Heritage Site. There are around 147,000 date palms there, along with mango, orange, banana, fig, and jujube trees. a spot that offers a chilling contrast to the concrete jungle of Abu Dhabi's metropolis with its whimsically shaded pathways beneath a fractal canopy. There is also an Eco-Centre that tells about the oasis's efforts to protect the environment and gives a look into its past.

3. Wetland Reserve of Al Wathba

This noteworthy location is close to the lovely Al Wathba fossil dunes, where flamingos frequently rest in the spring and autumn. It is referred to as "Flamingo City" and has a variety of freshwater and saltwater lakes that serve as homes for wildlife. Along with 37 plant species and a wide variety of marine life, the region is home to over 250 different species of birds. There are two self-guided walking trails available at the wetland, which is a well-liked location for bird watching. In order to protect the natural beauty of the area, there are no cafes there. Because the walking paths are so long, you should bring a refillable water bottle with you.

4. Jebel Hafit

The tallest mountain in Abu Dhabi is Jebel Hafit, which is situated in Al Ain, about 90 minutes' drive from the capital city. If you want to bring your own canvas and poles, there is a campground that offers pitches and tented accommodations. In addition, you may rent luxury dome tents with air conditioning, a TV, and, most excitingly, a telescope. You can even rent bubble tents, which have panoramic windows and are ideal for stargazing. People come here to hike, mountain bike (they rent bikes), drive a dune buggy, ride a horse, or ride a camel. They also come to enjoy the unusually clean air and lack of light pollution, which make it a great place for astronomy.

5. Mangrove Forests

Mangrove Park, which opened in January 2020, gives visitors the chance to discover one of the most unique natural habitats in this area. The mangroves were discovered on a peaceful outcrop of Jubail Island and quickly proved popular with both locals and visitors. There is a meandering 2.3-kilometer boardwalk there, and it is around 20 minutes' drive from downtown Abu Dhabi. Herons, flamingos, turtles, gazelles, crabs, and other unexplainable creatures live in the park. One of the many ways to explore this stunning blue expanse is to take a ranger-led guided boardwalk through the mangroves.

6. Tal More'eb and Liwa Oasis

Liwa Oasis is the ancestral home of the Nahyan family and the Bani Yas tribe, and it can be found near the northernmost edge of Rub' Al Khali (the Empty Quarter). The Liwa Oasis region delineates a 100-km length of desert where the amber desert sands and dark green date palms stand in dramatic contrast to each other. A high water table that is close to the surface makes it all feasible. Walled sections, rebuilt forts and watchtowers, and a collection of truly enormous dunes, notably Tal More'eb, one of the tallest dunes in the world at 300 metres, may all be found there.

7. Plant Lake

mar Habee, an Abu Dhabi-based photographer, named the fluvial feature he discovered "Plant Lake." It was located on the eastern side of Al Jubail Island, near Zeera Island, and across the water from Khor Laffan. Green really does have such a vivid depth; it is not a Photoshop illusion. Habeeb recalled thinking "Emerald Green" as soon as the alluring natural feature appeared in the drone remote's digital viewfinder. You won't be able to reproduce this incredible view anytime soon, as indicated above, because the private usage of drones is now illegal in Abu Dhabi.

8. Saadiyat Reef

The Environment Agency—Abu Dhabi is in charge of a large rehabilitation operation that is taking place on the emirate's coral reefs (EAD). Several dive locations give safe and authorised access to coral reefs around the Abu Dhabi archipelago, despite the endeavour being in full swing. With rates starting at roughly Dhs300 for snorkelling and Dhs500-600 for scuba activities, you may discover a variety of dive companies offering chartered trips to destinations like Philippe's Reef and Saadiyat Reef (weather and number of guests allowing). While the reef's colour variation and vibrancy may not compare to those found in some other dive sites with greater worldwide renown, the marine life you'll encounter there is absolutely breath-taking.

9. Salt Lake City

The Salt Lakes of Abu Dhabi dominated Instagram last year. Bloggers, influencers, and the merely curious made their way to a site close to the Al Wathba Wildlife Reserve in order to take pictures of the confined pastel-green lakes with their sparkling lily pad characteristics. Google Maps shows the correct location, but getting there is difficult. Take an SUV, pack snacks and backup supplies, let someone know where you're going, avoid littering, and make sure you're well fueled.

10. Shuweihat Island

With pristine beaches, this stunningly distinct island is bordered by red rocks and cliffs that have been sculpted by erosion. Making landfall on the island is currently forbidden for the general public, which is regrettably due to littering and abuse. But if you do go, you can still take in the scene from a distance.

 

One of the best cities in the world that has successfully balanced development with conservation is Abu Dhabi. For economic, industrial, and tourism purposes, the emirate is still being developed and urbanized. However, the city has also done a fantastic job of preserving and enhancing its natural resources. Abu Dhabi, while being a commercialised city, offers a number of natural attractions, including deserts, wetlands, islands, and beaches that both tourists and locals enjoy visiting time and time again. Even if you're not a true-blue fan of nature, all these areas are worth seeing and investigating.

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