About Al Ain Zoo
Al Ain Zoo, at the foot of Jebel Hafeet, is the largest zoo in the UAE, known for its Arabian species and the Al Ain Safari.
Founded in 1968 by Sheikh Zayed, the zoo holds around 4,000 animals, with a focus on desert species such as the Arabian oryx and sand cat. The Al Ain Safari takes visitors by truck through a large African savannah enclosure. The Sheikh Zayed Desert Learning Centre is on site.
Highlights
- Largest zoo in the UAE
- Al Ain Safari truck tours
- Giraffe feeding
Good to know
- • In summer the zoo opens in the late afternoon and evening.
Where is Al Ain Zoo?
Al Ain Zoo is in Shiab Al Ashkhar, in the emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The closest places in this guide are Jebel Hafeet beehive tombs (3.2 km), Remal Mall (4.5 km) and Sheikh Khalifa International Stadium (5 km). Use Get directions for a route from where you are.
Last updated . Details can change — check with the venue before you go.
