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Summer Escapes and Island Adventures on Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island

by Anwesha Sengupta
Beachfront pool villa at Al Yamm on Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island with gazelles walking along the shore

A Wild Island Retreat with Anantara Comfort

Palm trees and sun loungers on the white sandy beach at Al Yamm, Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island

This summer, Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island invites travellers to unwind where golden savannah meets the sea. The UAE’s largest natural island is home to more than 11,000 free-roaming animals and ancient sites. Guests can pick from three distinct resorts that suit every style of stay, whether adventure, calm or a fresh take on island living.

Private pool villa at Al Sahel on Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island surrounded by savannah landscape

Cool Escapes and Island Rewards

With Anantara’s Cool Escapes and Island Rewards offer, guests enjoy up to 35% off stays. Extra savings apply to curated island experiences, with daily dynamic discounts on dining, spa and activities. Rates adjust using real-time average daily temperature data from AccuWeather. The sunnier the day, the cooler the rewards.

Three Resorts, Three Ways to Stay

Al Sahel sits within the savannah. Newly refreshed villas offer privacy and a front-row view of wildlife, with gazelles often passing the pool deck.
Al Yamm lines the shore. Stylish villas with private pools sit only steps from the sea for a calm beach escape.
Desert Islands Resort and Spa rests further north. The setting is easygoing and ideal for families, with broad ocean views and quick access to island activities.

Moonlit Wadi Walk

Evenings on Sir Bani Yas bring a quieter rhythm. The Moonlit Wadi Walk reveals the island’s deep past, following salt dome riverbeds that glimmer at night. Wind and time have shaped wadi walls into shifting layers of violet, green, amber and ochre. The tranquil route offers stillness and reflection. The walk runs from 7.00 pm and costs AED 150 per adult and AED 75 per child.

Night Mangrove Kayaking

Take to the water after dusk. Night Mangrove Kayaking glides through calm waterways under a sky of stars. The gentle pace offers a grounding way to soak in the island’s natural world. The session starts at 7.00 pm and is priced at AED 150 per person.

Rates and booking

Rates start from AED 1,215 at Al Yamm and Al Sahel, and from AED 574 at Desert Islands Resort and Spa.
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