Jubail Mangrove Park, Al Jubail Island (adjacent to Saadiyat Island), Abu Dhabi, 8am to 7.30pm daily, AED 15 for adults, AED 10. Phone: (05) park.jubailisland.ae

Dolphin spotted on Saadiyat Island

We all know that Abu Dhabi has some pretty unique adventures. After all, this is a city with more records than Paul McCartney, and often the scarcity of such experiences is something to celebrate, and enjoying these homegrown gems makes us feel special and privileged. But there are also encounters that we hope are not so rare. According to Abu Dhabi’s Environment Agency (EAD) calculations, Abu Dhabi’s coastal waters are home to around 700 humpback dolphins, which sadly could make it the largest colony of these endangered creatures in the world. Saadiyat may be one of your best options for seeing these magnificent animals in the wild, as their preferred feeding grounds stretch along the northern beaches to the mangroves of Jubail. Grab a pair of binoculars and head to one of the many hotels along the coast (including Jumeirah in Saadiyat and Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island in Saadiyat) and get a day pass.or have beach club, soul Find an affordable hotel flop and drop alternative.

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