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Top Family Activities in the Middle East
Abu Dhabi
Heritage Village
The village is situated in the middle of Abu Dhabi and is a living exhibition of the lifestyle and traditions of Bedouin and other culture's. This is a great activity for all the family as you will get a chance to see and learn about the Bedouin culture.
Al Ain Museum
Located within Al Jahili fort, the nation's largest museum is divided into ethnological and historical sections. Interesting displays include Bedouin artefacts, archaeological excavations of 2700 BC, 500 BC stone instruments and relics dug up from Fossil Valley.
Al Ain Zoo and Aquarium
The 1969 zoo houses an extremely large and varied collection of wildlife from all over the world.
Dubai
Wild Wadi
Located next to the Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Wild Wadi offers thrill-seekers and families hours of fun. Attractions include Log River, Ring Ride, Flood River, Wave Pool, Flow Rides, Lazy River and much more.
Wonderland
A family fun park with activities for all ages. Attractions include numerous water rides and slides, roller coasters, a log flume, bumper boats, games of skill and a nightly water mist show.
Wafi Mall - Encounter zone
Visit the popular crystal maze, horror chamber and watch some fascinating 3D films.
Dubai Zoo
This is popular choice for families. With rare animals including the Chimpanzee and Arabian wild cat this is a must for animal lovers.
Ski Dubai Snow Park
The world’s largest Snow Park. Lying on 3000 square meters of snow each member of the family will find something they will absolutely love whether it is tobogganing, a bobsled ride, throwing a snowball or entering the snow cavern filled with interactive experiences. Parents can engage in recreation with their children while building a snowman and playing on the hills.
Oman
Turtle Watching
The best time of year to do this is May-June. Your family can watch baby turtles on there long journey towards the open sea. It is estimated that over 20,000 turtles come ashore every year to breed on the very beach where they saw their first rays of light.
Desert Activities
Enjoy ‘dune bashing’, camel rides, desert picnics or even stay overnight in a traditional Bedouin camp and sleep under a roof of starry skies and enjoy the once in a lifetime experience with traditional Arabic barbecue meal, henna hand painting, Omani coffee and dates.
Dolphin Trips
This is one of the most popular activities in Oman. You have a chance to see common dolphins, the acrobatic Spinner and the powerful Bottlenose. You may see other types of dolphins as well and if luck permits, even whales!
Snorkelling
This is a great experience for all the family. The waters surrounding Muscat attract a wide variety of marine life and are perfect for snorkelling.
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