Abu Dhabi Pearl Journey
Included:
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Arabian Snack and Beverages
- Water & Juice
Not Included:
- Kayak and paddle Exclusions
Highlights:
- A Journey in the wonderful Eastern Mangrove water of the Arabian Gulf
- Sailing on a traditional dhow
- Arabian Hospitality
(Fresh dates & Coffee with beverages will be served) - An exclusive view of the natural mangrove trees
- A demonstration of how did the pearl divers functioned on the dhow and how did they manage to live for over 4 months on the boat in the middle of the sea
- Oyster opening demonstration
- Oyster opening by yourself – and you will find a pearl and Yes you will keep it
- Traditional snacks onboard
What You Can Expect:
Giving visitors a once-in-a-lifetime experience and greater understanding of the Arabian Gulf’s ancient pearling industry, the trips start at the Eastern Mangroves Hotel & Spa and last up to 60 minutes. Guests climb aboard Jalboot – a traditional pearling dhow with a maximum capacity of 15 people – and set off on a leisurely cruise along the quiet channel lying between Abu Dhabi and Hudairiyat Islands. Seated on traditional Arabian floor cushions, guests enjoy locally-made Arabic coffee and dates while an Emirati guide explains how the country’s forefathers dedicated their lives to diving for seashells in the hope of finding valuable pearls to trade or manufacture jewelry. Local Arabic snacks are served. During this highly interactive experience, guests witness the traditional way of opening a living, natural oyster, and receive a souvenir pearl.