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Kayaking in Jubail Mangrove Park, Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi’s Eastern Mangrove holds significant ecological importance, and embarking on an Eastern mangrove kayaking excursion provides an excellent eco-tour opportunity to delve into the mangrove forest and its biodiversity. Guided tours lead visitors through the Eastern Mangrove Lagoon National Park, offering insights into its unique ecosystem. The tour begins with safety instructions, followed by an overview of the two-hour itinerary by the guide. Additionally, participants are treated to a refreshing fruit salad to replenish their energy after paddling back to the endpoint, the Eastern Mangroves Promenade.
While there are numerous activities for visitors at Jubail Mangrove Park, starting with kayaking, its much-underrated attraction is the Jubail Mangrove Walk—a boardwalk winding through dense mangrove vegetation. A leisurely stroll along the Mangrove Walk offers opportunities to encounter various animal species that call the lush vegetation home, including various types of crabs, molluscs, and migratory birds such as the Western Reef heron and flamingoes. Bird sightings vary depending on the season, so plan your visits accordingly.
