Samaliyah Island
جزيرة السمالية · off Yas Bay · Abu Dhabi
A mangrove island with traditional Emirati buildings that hosts light-art shows like Manar Abu Dhabi in winter.
- Price not listed
- About 3 h
- Easy
- Book ahead
How it works
When it is open, take the scheduled boat from Yas Bay, about 25 minutes. Outside those windows you can only circle it on a private charter.
The catch
It only opens for a few months a year, usually for events, so check before you plan.
Bring
Water, walking shoes
Checked Nov 2026