Ras Al Khor, Dubai
#257 among attractions in Dubai
Facts and practical information
Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary is a wetland reserve in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, renowned for attracting migratory birds in large numbers. The wetlands have large numbers of birds, crustaceans, small mammals and fish. ()
Best Ways to Experience the Park
Wildlife
AnimalsSee what popular animal species you can meet in this location.
Mallard
The mallard, a species of dabbling duck, is prevalent across temperate and subtropical regions in the Americas, Eurosiberia, and North Africa. They have also been introduced to regions such as New Zealand, Australia, Peru, and South Africa.
BirdsWhite wagtail
The white wagtail is an enchanting small bird from the Motacillidae family, commonly observed in Europe, Asia, and parts of North Africa. One of its subspecies, the pied wagtail, is particularly prevalent in Ireland and Great Britain.
BirdsWestern Osprey
The osprey, also known as the sea hawk, river hawk, or fish hawk, is a fascinating bird of prey found throughout the world. This diurnal raptor primarily feeds on fish and has developed several unique adaptations to enhance its ability to catch aquatic prey.
BirdsIndian peafowl
The Indian peafowl, commonly referred to as the blue peafowl, is a remarkable bird native to the Indian subcontinent. Its breathtaking appearance has led to its introduction in numerous countries worldwide.
BirdsGreat black-backed gull
The great black-backed gull is the largest member of the gull family, renowned for its aggressive hunting and scavenging behavior. This impressive bird can be seen along the coasts and islands of the North Atlantic, ranging from Europe to North America.
Birds
Ras Al Khor – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Dubai Miracle Garden, Arabian Ranches Golf Club, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Ubora Towers.
- 5.9 miSWAmusement, Amusement park, Garden
Dubai Miracle Garden, Dubai
151 min walk • Nestled amidst the bustling metropolis of Dubai, the Dubai Miracle Garden presents a vivid tapestry of blooms, offering a feast for the eyes and a retreat for the soul. This unique floral paradise, which spans over 72,000 square meters, is recognized as the world's...
- 5.4 miSW
- 4.1 miEPark
Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai
106 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Dubai's advanced technology and innovation-driven free zone, Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) is a thriving technological park designed to be a comprehensive ecosystem for high-tech industries. It stands as a beacon of Dubai's vision to transform into...
- 5.2 miNWPostmodern architecture, Skyscraper
Ubora Towers, Dubai
134 min walk • The Ubora Towers is a complex of two towers in the Business Bay district of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The development consists of the Ubora Commercial Tower and the Ubora Residential Tower. Construction of the Ubora Towers was completed in 2011.
- 5.6 miNWNeighbourhood
Business Bay, Dubai
142 min walk • Business Bay is a central business district under construction in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The project features numerous skyscrapers located in an area where Dubai Creek has been dredged and extended.
- 5.6 miNWSkyscraper
Downtown Dubai, Dubai
142 min walk • Downtown Dubai is a large-scale, mixed-use complex which was developed in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
- 5.2 miWNeighbourhood
Al Quoz, Dubai
134 min walk • Al Quoz, or Al Goze, is a locality / town in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Al Quoz is located in western Dubai. It is bordered to the north by Al Wasl and to the west by Umm Al Sheif, Al Manara and Al Safa, forming a long rectangle between Al Khail and Sheikh Zayed roads.
- 1.5 miNWSwimming, Swimming pool
Deep Dive Dubai, Dubai
39 min walk • Deep Dive Dubai is a 60-metre diving pool in Dubai. Containing 14,000,000 liters of fresh water, it is the deepest swimming pool in the world. The structure has an area designed to resemble a ruined, sunken city, with walls, furnished rooms and a sunken car, and can also be used as an underwater film studio.
- 5.9 miNWPostmodern architecture
Iris Bay, Dubai
151 min walk • The Iris Bay is a 32-floor tower in the Business Bay in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The tower has a total structural height of 170 m. Construction of the Iris Bay was expected to be completed in 2008 but progress stopped in 2011 and building is on hold.
- 3.2 miSAmusement, Amusement park
Sahara Kingdom, Dubai
82 min walk • Dubailand is an entertainment complex being built in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, which is owned by Tatweer. When announced in 2003 it was one of the most ambitious leisure developments ever proposed anywhere in the world costing $64.3 billion, but development has been severely impacted by global recession and Dubai's financial crisis.
- 4.5 miSSport venue, Sport, Convention center
Hamdan Sports Complex, Dubai
115 min walk • The Hamdan Sports Complex is a multi-purpose sports arena in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The arena was completed in summer 2010. It hosted the 2010 FINA World Swimming Championships, in which 153 countries participated.