Skirting the eastern side of Abu Dhabi is a large set of mangroves which have always intrigued me. If you are looking for something different to do in Abu Dhabi then a paddle through the mangroves is definitely something you could consider. We booked a tour with Noukhada (noukhada.ae) and were treated to nice morning's adventure. We hit low tide which perhaps isn't the best but was interesting in its own right as it really exposed all the mangrove roots and crab caves. However it did make the channels a little shallower. We could stand on the mud flats and see some distant flamingos, get up close and personal with some crabs and were treated to herons catching fish right next to the boats. Lots of tiny fish in the channels to watch. But the invitation to have swim in the green water was politely declined, nicely nutrient filled for the fish but not very inviting for the the two-legged. The two guides provide a good commentary and set a comfortable pace.
There are single and double kayaks available, and a 2-for-1 deal with the Entertainer if you have the voucher.
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