Al Wathba Salt Lake

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Al Wathba Salt Lake is in Abu Dhabi. It’s a man-made lake in the middle of Abu Dhabi's desert. The lake is popular for its dreamy and charming atmosphere. The lake water is emerald green. You’ll be amazed to see the naturally occurring salt formations. The scenery is breathtaking. You can enjoy camping, hiking and photography there.

Why Visit Al Wathba Salt Lake?

Al Wathba Salt Lake is the epitome of scenic beauty. The lake is a habitat of more than 250 species of birds. Approximately 4000 flamingos migrate to the lake during autumn and spring. So, you must visit the lake if you’re a nature lover. There are also more than 35 species of plants. There you can also explore many newly discovered aquatic lives.

Best Time To Visit

Are you wondering when you should visit Al Wathba Lake? Well, it depends on your purpose. If you want to do sunrise photography, you must go there in the early morning. If you go as early as 5 AM, you will enjoy soft lighting and peaceful solitude. At sunrise, the lake reflects the colours beautifully.

Late Afternoon to Sunset is ideal for golden hour shots. You will get to see and capture salt formation glowing. Overall the best time to visit this lake is October to March due to mild weather, low humidity, and clear skies. If you want to avoid crowds, it’s better to visit there during weekdays.

How To Get There?

• By Car: You can come to this wonderful salt Lake by car. Take either the E65 or E30 highway toward the Al Bihouth area in Al Wathba South. Use Google Maps to locate the lake. The lake is near the Al Wathba Fossil Dunes, which can serve as a helpful reference point.
• By Taxi: You can hire a taxi from Abu Dhabi to Al Wathba.

Tips For Visitors

• Before You Go, use the correct location. Search for "Al Wathba Long Salt Lake" on Google Maps or use the Plus Code 5G52+HX Abu Dhabi.
• Try to avoid visiting there from June to August. It is extremely hot during this time, often over 45°C. Not recommended unless you visit before sunrise and stay for a short time.
• Bring essentials like water, snacks, sun protection, and a fully charged phone.
• There are no toilets or shops nearby. Please keep this in mind when you visit.
• Avoid stepping on the delicate salt formations. Do not leave any litter behind. Bring trash bags to carry your litter back.
• If you plan to stay overnight, you should take camping gear.
• Bring a power bank to charge your phone in case of an emergency.

If you want to have a peaceful and tranquil time seeing the exotic salt formations, Al Wathba Salt Lake is waiting for you.