From wildlife experiences to thrilling theme parks, Abu Dhabi is a firm favourite when it comes to family holidays in the UAE. Here are a few reasons why.
Water Sports
There are plenty of water sports for families to enjoy when at Abu Dhabi resorts by the ocean including snorkelling which is a perennial favourite. Wakeboarding, jet skiing and banana boat rides offer even more thrills, while stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking are great for some exploring too.
Wildlife Experiences
Families can embark on wildlife drives or nature walks at the Arabian Wildlife Park while on a stay at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara; expect to see sand gazelles, cheetahs, giraffes and more. More nature-based experiences await at the Eastern Mangrove Lagoon National Park home to diverse birdlife from pink flamingos to egrets.
Desert Escapades
The vast deserts of Abu Dhabi provide the ideal backdrop for a family adventure be it while camel trekking or dune bashing in a 4WD vehicle! Other activities to try here include quad-biking, sandboarding and fat biking, while some tours give you the chance to visit a Bedouin-style camp and enjoy a meal under the stars.
Exciting Theme Parks
For some action-packed fun, Abu Dhabi has a variety of theme parks with rides for all ages. Ferrari World with the fastest rollercoaster in the world, the Yas Waterworld water park and Warner Brothers World Abu Dhabi with its themed attractions are just some of the allures that await.
Caleb Falcon is a travel writer who specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers. Google+
