Island Sir Bani Yas - the most important and the largest natural island in the territory of the United Emirates. It is located in the southwestern part of the country 250 km from Abu Dhabi. The total area of ​​the island is about 87 square meters. km. Almost the entire territory of Sir Bani Yas - is a huge nature reserve, which is one of the most visited places by tourists among the "island" excursions. Island Sir Bani Yas - a magnificent beaches, covered with virgin beaches, mangrove forests and rich marine fauna.

This reserve was opened back in 1971 The main purpose of his discoveries was the preservation of endangered animals in conditions that are close to the climate, pre-existing in Arabia. According to archaeological excavations, people inhabited this island has 3 thousand. Years ago.

The island, first of all, find the perfect place for ecotourism and it's all thanks to its unique flora and fauna. It is home to over 10 thousand. Different animals. Tourists can see wild rabbits, gazelles, antelopes, hyenas, cheetahs, ostriches, giraffe, turtle, and even rare animals such as the maned sheep that were brought here by Sheikh Zayed in the last century. The coastal waters are inhabited by dolphins, which can be admired from October to March.

In addition, the island is famous for the huge salt dome located in its central part. Today the salt dome is officially the world's largest. Special attention also deserve the fabulous mangroves, the area of ​​which increases every year.

On the island of Sir Bani Yas are monuments of historical importance - Nestorian monastery and church VII centuries.

For a more comfortable stay of tourists on the island are equipped with luxury villas, specialized horse riding clubs and the magnificent five-star hotel «Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara» with lots of different services.