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Surround yourself with wildlife and luxury on the magnificent Sir Bani Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. Read more below, but in the meantime, SUBSCRIBE for top travel tips and insider info on the Visit Abu Dhabi channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8m8-P5KTTN3q6Fzm4Hg-Jg A visit to Sir Bani Yas Island is highly recommended when you visit Abu Dhabi. Just 250km west of Abu Dhabi, the nature reserve of Sir Bani Yas Island is where you’ll find the five-star Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara. This luxurious resort boasts a range of lavish rooms, suites and villas, which blend modern amenities with rich Arabian touches and sweeping views of the lush surrounding landscape including the Arabian Gulf's sparkling waters encircling Sir Bani Yas Island. As a Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara hotel guest, you will get the chance to explore everything Sir Bani Yas Island has to offer, from the hilltops near the coastline to the picturesque lakes and rare free-roaming wildlife to exciting activities adapted to Sir Bani Yas Island’s unique geographical traits. After you’ve embarked on your island adventures, lounge beside the resort's infinity swimming pool or treat yourself to a sensuous Anantara Spa journey overlooking the Arabian Gulf, and finally dine on flavours as varied as the landscape – from deliciously fresh seafood to Middle Eastern or African grills. Nature-inspired activities are part of the visitor experience on Sir Bani Yas Island, such as guided nature and wildlife drives, mountain biking, kayaking, sailing, cruising, hiking, snorkelling, falconry and archery. Riding lessons are offered at the Sir Bani Yas Stables equestrian facility, and you can also join an archaeological site tour to marvel at the uncovered remains of an early Christian monastery. The watersports centre at the resort also offers diving facilities and classes. The Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara on Sir Bani Yas Island was once the holiday retreat of Emirati royals – offering elegant unwinding in the most extraordinary of settings. This hotel is the ultimate destination, especially for those looking to unwind after embarking on an activity-filled trip across the United Arab Emirates. If you’re visiting Dubai, make your way to . Abu Dhabi after your Dubai vacation and start your extraordinary story in one of the most beautiful places in the world. RELATED VIDEOS Sir Bani Yas Island is the ultimate family-friendly destination! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iQhBC-mJQ4M See incredible wildlife and enjoy exclusive desert safaris on Sir Bani Yas Island https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3x5izO_Hkaw Sir Bani Yas Island makes for a dream desert safari vacation! https://youtu.be/BjFX_KNxUJI CONNECT WITH US Plan the holiday of a lifetime with Visit Abu Dhabi https://visitabudhabi.ae Connect with Visit Abu Dhabi on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/visitabudhabi/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/visitabudhabi/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/VisitAbuDhabi Get top travel tips and insider info when you subscribe to the Visit Abu Dhabi channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8m8-P5KTTN3q6Fzm4Hg-Jg