The Department of Municipalities and Transport has announced the opening of Al Wathba Lake Camp, which will provide Abu Dhabi residents with a new 'attractive and safe destination' for camping and picnicking.

Opened on Friday 11th Feb, Abu Dhabi‘s latest multi-purpose camping site offers residents and international visitors a user-friendly experience that adds to, and complements, the Emirates’ existing recreational and leisure offerings. The site – which is a 45-minute drive from the centre of Abu Dhabi – will also be used to host events and activities that promote the health and well-being of residents and the natural environment.

The new Abu Dhabi campsite surrounds the man-made Al Wathba Lake. Strict protection of the natural environment and controlled access will be implemented to maintain the edges of the lake and its fusion with the desert landscape. Al Wathba Lake is the centre of a wetland reserve with a large population of Greater Flamingos – with as many as 4,000 living there during autumn and spring. It is also home to more than 250 species of birds, 37 plant species and a wide range of aquatic life.

The site offers 13 separate campsites for tents and RVs, with a view of the lake or the desert, for up to 120 people in a breathtaking natural setting. It also includes 24 picnic sites with dedicated areas for barbecues, and 3,000 sq m of recreation and gathering space for over 500 visitors per day.

Abu Dhabi new Camping and recreational site at Al Wathba Lake
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