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If you're looking for a flamingo-tastic time, the Ras al Khor flamingo hide is the place to be! But brace yourself, because this viewing experience is no luxury spa day. You'll be sitting in a small hut with one pair of binoculars to share amongst your group. And don't even think about bringing a crowd, because seating is limited. Parking is also a bit of a flamingo flop, so come early or be prepared to wait.
But trust me, the smell is worth it for the sight of the huge flock of flamingos. It's like a pink feathery party and you're the VIP. Just make sure to bring a gas mask or some strong smelling salts, because the scent can be quite potent.
Overall, the Ras al Khor flamingo hide is a must-see, but plan for a quick 20-30 minute visit. So pack light, wear comfortable shoes, and bring your sense of humor and adventure. And maybe some mints for after the smell, but the experience is definitely worth it
But trust me, the smell is worth it for the sight of the huge flock of flamingos. It's like a pink feathery party and you're the VIP. Just make sure to bring a gas mask or some strong smelling salts, because the scent can be quite potent.
Overall, the Ras al Khor flamingo hide is a must-see, but plan for a quick 20-30 minute visit. So pack light, wear comfortable shoes, and bring your sense of humor and adventure. And maybe some mints for after the smell, but the experience is definitely worth it
Nice to see flamingos in the middle of the city. After the entrance you just follow the path until the “Flamingo hide” where you can spot the flamingos and take pictures. There’s also one binocular to use and some explanation.
Be aware when going there while using google maps. Google maps does show you the wrong side of the parking area. Therefore turn on satellite mode and pin the parking place to navigate there. This issue shall be fixed.
Enjoy it.
Be aware when going there while using google maps. Google maps does show you the wrong side of the parking area. Therefore turn on satellite mode and pin the parking place to navigate there. This issue shall be fixed.
Enjoy it.
The place is open 7 days a week from 7am to sunset. No entry fee applicable. A very difficult location to find as Google maps shows completely wrong location. Not much information is provided about the birds and the time and reason of their presence in Dubai. But still its a wonderful experience. Best part is that authorities have made sure that the birds do not get harrassed by the spectators so the viewing cabin is quite at a distance mounted with powerful binoculars. There is no parking space but strangely has a cycling track around it
I'm not a "twitcher" but I found this a disappointing experience. The 100 metre walk to the wooden hide allows you to see a large flock of white flamingos only determined by a decent telephoto lens. Someone mentioned there was an Eagle soaring above the distant trees but I wasn't convinced ! A heron did a flyby which was nice but not unique.
There's a limited amount of parking in a layby and toilets are there, but that's it. Overall, a disappointing venture out.
There's a limited amount of parking in a layby and toilets are there, but that's it. Overall, a disappointing venture out.
Nice. We got allowed around 5:45. Closed at 6. Not sure if its regular time. Last to be allowed on that day
We can see Flamingos very closely. Sometimes their fights and activities. Also a binocular available for close observation.
Max allowed to spent 10 15 minutes only. Need to walk 300 400 meters to reach the observation hut. Have to be quick to get max experience. Only limited people allowed at a time approx 10 or 15 not sure exact. 4 to 5 cars only can be parked at a time.
We can see Flamingos very closely. Sometimes their fights and activities. Also a binocular available for close observation.
Max allowed to spent 10 15 minutes only. Need to walk 300 400 meters to reach the observation hut. Have to be quick to get max experience. Only limited people allowed at a time approx 10 or 15 not sure exact. 4 to 5 cars only can be parked at a time.
You have 10 minutes to see wild flamingoes better to come near feeding time which is around 10 am and 5 pm , the entrance is free
It is a very nice place to see a lot of those pink-legged flamingos…🦩🦩🦩 It felt ilegal to have no entrance fee but yeah entrance is free and you get to see them closer through the binoculars. The guard on the viewing hide was also very nice to us. Even for just a few minutes, I felt like my animal-lover self was really happy with what I experienced. No words can describe really. You must all come and visit…🥰
