Explore Sir Bani Yas Island by kayak. The quiet waters are a relaxing way to appreciate the stunning and rare birds, fish and wild gazelle grazing nearby.
There are two kayaking options and your guide will choose the best one dependant on tide levels and weather conditions. The first option explores the bay next to the hotel. This location is a great place to learn the basics of kayaking before you paddle out to sea for a new perspective of the island. The second option is located in the mangrove area on the east side of Sir Bani Yas Island. These tranquil shallows are home to a myriad of fish and bird life and are particularity beautiful at sunrise where you can paddle through the mangrove forest at your leisure.
Highlights include the resident flamingos feeding in the shallows, schools of flying fish while paddling through the beautiful mangroves.
Kayaking tours can be booked directly with the concierge and are included in the room rate.
Suitable for: Ages 8 and above. You must have basic kayaking and swimming skills.
Duration: 2 hours.
Group size: Up to 10 people may participate in this activity at one time.
What to bring: Swimsuit, shorts and t-shirt (you may get a little wet), hat sunglasses, waterproof camera and sandals.
Where it is: Either in the bay by the hotel or on the mangrove lagoon, depending on tide levels.
What you might see: Flying fish, flamingos, mangroves, dolphins, dugongs and birds.