Jubail Mangrove Park

Jubail Mangrove Park is a popular leisure destination among nature lovers in Abu Dhabi. Many birds and marine species live in this mangrove sanctuary. You’ll see Sea turtles swimming fearlessly. This park is home to Grey Herons, beautiful flamingos, and western herons. Gazelles walk there with grace. Fishes, snails, mud creepers and Mangrove Periwinkles are often visible.   

Why Visit There

• Jubail Mangrove Park is good for a scenic tour. You can explore the beauty of the mangrove forest for 20 minutes. You will be riding an eco-friendly electric car during this exploration.
• Jubail Mangrove Park Boardwalk is 2 kilometres long. Walking through the boardwalk is a wonderful experience.
• Your kayaking experience will reach a different level at this mangrove park. You can have a 1 or 1.5-hour-long guided tour of the park using single or double-sit-on-top kayaks. You can also have a journey by electric dragon boats. You can enjoy the thrill of night glow kayaking.
• The place is also known for corporate sustainability events. Mangrove sustainability programs also take place there.
• On the first Sunday of each month, there is a sunrise yoga session. Full moon Yoga is for ladies only. These sessions let you connect yourself with the surroundings at a deeper level.

Best Time To Visit

Picking the best time to visit Jubail Mangrove Park depends on your interest. During high tide, the mangroves are submerged in water.  It creates a mirror-like effect that reflects the azure sky and surrounding greenery. If you want to experience this, you must follow the UAE’s tide chart.

How To Get There

• By Car or Taxi: From downtown Abu Dhabi, you can go to Jubail Mangrove Park by car or taxi.
• By Public Transport: There is no direct bus route to Jubail Mangrove Park. You can get close to the park by bus.

Tips For Visitors

• Wear comfortable shoes.
• Do not litter in the mangrove park. 
• Use GPS so that you do not get lost.
• It’s better to visit during sunset.
• There is a prayer room. There is a coffee shop and a sufficient number of restrooms.