Al Wathba Fossil Dunes & Long Salt Lake Tour in Abu Dhabi
Overview
The Al Wathba Fossil Dunes are a must-visit when in Abu Dhabi. They were recently discovered, and these formations have taken more than 4 million years to form. Al Wathba Fossil Dunes Protected Area comprises more than 1, 700 fossil dunes, spread over 7 square kilometers, making it one of the largest numbers of fossil dunes concentrated in one location in the emirate.t the reserve you can enjoy the natural marvels of the area, by walking the well-lit trails, which extend to 3 kilometers both ways and are surrounded by benches and shades for relaxing.
We offer a private tour from your preferred pick-up location within Abu Dhabi.
We offer a private tour from your preferred pick-up location within Abu Dhabi.
Inclusions
- Visit the Al Wathba Fossil Dunes
- Visit the AL Wathba long salt lake
- Visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
- Pictures at these locations
- Bottled water
- Entry/Admission - Al Wathba Salt Lake
- Entry/Admission - Alwathba Fossil Dunes
- Entry/Admission - Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Alwathba Fossil Dunes, Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates
It is believed that the current fossil dunes in Abu Dhabi started their process of making millions of years ago when we were completely underwater. The sand and the sediments settled down at the bottom of the water. These were automatically mixed with calcium carbonate. The pressure and heat caused them to become solid. After the exit of the water, the dunes got stricken with vital airwaves, which gave them beautiful architectural designs.
*Please note during the holy month of Ramazan (March to April) the Alwathba Fossil Dunes visiting hours are restricted to evening hours only and will be closed during the first half of the day. We request our guests to understand this before booking this tour with us.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Al Wathba Salt Lake, Al Bihouth - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
Al Wathba Lake Abu Dhabi is a man-made Salt Lake in UAE. Located near the Al Bihouth region, Wathba Salt Lake Abu Dhabi has pipelines that establish water flow in this lake's emerald color salt base. 13 individual campaigns enhance the beauty of the place that chooses to stay over at night.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center, Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street, 5th St, Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates
The sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is the largest mosque in the UAE and one of the world’s largest mosques and a massive architectural work of art that intentionally blends different Islamic architectural schools. It features 82 domes, more than 1, 000 columns, 24-carat-gold gilded chandeliers and the world’s largest hand-knotted carpet. During Eid, it may be visited by more than 41, 000.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Alwathba Fossil Dunes, Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates
It is believed that the current fossil dunes in Abu Dhabi started their process of making millions of years ago when we were completely underwater. The sand and the sediments settled down at the bottom of the water. These were automatically mixed with calcium carbonate. The pressure and heat caused them to become solid. After the exit of the water, the dunes got stricken with vital airwaves, which gave them beautiful architectural designs.
*Please note during the holy month of Ramazan (March to April) the Alwathba Fossil Dunes visiting hours are restricted to evening hours only and will be closed during the first half of the day. We request our guests to understand this before booking this tour with us.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Al Wathba Salt Lake, Al Bihouth - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
Al Wathba Lake Abu Dhabi is a man-made Salt Lake in UAE. Located near the Al Bihouth region, Wathba Salt Lake Abu Dhabi has pipelines that establish water flow in this lake's emerald color salt base. 13 individual campaigns enhance the beauty of the place that chooses to stay over at night.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center, Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street, 5th St, Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates
The sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is the largest mosque in the UAE and one of the world’s largest mosques and a massive architectural work of art that intentionally blends different Islamic architectural schools. It features 82 domes, more than 1, 000 columns, 24-carat-gold gilded chandeliers and the world’s largest hand-knotted carpet. During Eid, it may be visited by more than 41, 000.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Most travelers can participate
- Men are not allowed to wear shorts to enter to the Grand Mosque. Women need to wear a long sleeved shirt and long pants or a long, loose fitting skirt. Women will be asked to wear a traditional robe (abaya) and a headscarf (shayla) before entering the mosque.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 300 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Yau_M
June 2023
We first went to the camel race track, there were countless of camels on the way to do their training. Fossil dunes were absolutely beautiful at sunset. Our guide Kamar always try his best to take us to good spots for photo.
We first went to the camel race track, there were countless of camels on the way to do their training. Fossil dunes were absolutely beautiful at sunset. Our guide Kamar always try his best to take us to good spots for photo.christinaaM9832OX
May 2023
It is a nice tour if you want something to do in passing the time. The Salt Lake is very beautiful. I saw both the original and man made one. My tour guide was a cautious driver with limitations of speaking English. He made it up by being a great DJ during our journey.
It is a nice tour if you want something to do in passing the time. The Salt Lake is very beautiful. I saw both the original and man made one. My tour guide was a cautious driver with limitations of speaking English. He made it up by being a great DJ during our journey.P789LInicolep
October 2023
My guide Marhaba was fantastic, travelling solo he took good vote of me, was very informative and helpful. Loved seeing the salt lake, fossil dunes and grand Mosque thank you
My guide Marhaba was fantastic, travelling solo he took good vote of me, was very informative and helpful. Loved seeing the salt lake, fossil dunes and grand Mosque thank youExplore46330962477
October 2023
Shakeer was a perfect Guide. Really friendly and funny. He gave us a lot of interesting information.
Shakeer was a perfect Guide. Really friendly and funny. He gave us a lot of interesting information.646celesteh
October 2023
Had an amazing experience. Our guide was top notch and a fabulous photographer. Salt Lake was cool!!
Had an amazing experience. Our guide was top notch and a fabulous photographer. Salt Lake was cool!!B4589TSdm
October 2023
Another nice little trip with Shakeer. Camel race track, dune fossils and long salt lake. All before lunch 😄
Another nice little trip with Shakeer. Camel race track, dune fossils and long salt lake. All before lunch 😄