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Embark on an exhilarating adventure with a two-day visit to Sir Bani Yas Island, a nature-based destination home to stunning wildlife, a range of family-friendly adventure activities, five-star boutique hotels, luxury villas, purpose-built stables and historical sites. 

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Sir Bani Yas Island

Highlights

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3 Days

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Car, Boat

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0 KMs

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Sir Bani Yas Island

What to expect

Day 1 highlights

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Number of stops

1

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Transport

Boat

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Duration

5 Hrs

Embark on an exhilarating adventure with a two-day visit to Sir Bani Yas Island, a nature-based destination home to stunning wildlife, a range of family-friendly adventure activities, five-star boutique hotels, luxury villas, purpose-built stables and historical sites. 

What to expect

Day 2 highlights

Itenerary

Number of stops

1

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Transport

Boat

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Duration

5 Hrs

Continue the adventure at Sir Bani Yas Island and enjoy safaris, horse riding, watersports, cultural tours and more.

What to expect

Day 3 highlights

Itenerary

Number of stops

1

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Transport

Car, Boat

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Duration

5 Hrs

On your third and final evening, head into the desert and visit the Arabian Nights Village. Hidden away among towering dunes, this welcoming sanctuary showcases the soul of old Arabia. 

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Frequently asked questions about Sir Bani Yas Island.

The island is accessible by boat off the Jebel Dhanna jetty about a 250km drive west of Abu Dhabi or 370km drive southwest of Dubai. 

You can also take a seaplane to the island and enjoy captivating views on the way, which takes about forty-five minutes. 
Absolutely! Sir Bani Yas is a hidden gem packed with life and action. The natural reserve boasts stunning views of azure waters, all sorts of wildlife, forty-two historical sites and adventure-based activities.
All cars must be parked at the jetty before hoping on the speed boat to Sir Bani Yas Island.
Sir Bani Yas spans over an area of  87 km², making it the largest natural island in the UAE.
Sir Bani Yas Island is one of eight islands making up Al Gharbia Desert in Abu Dhabi’s western region, Al Dhafra.