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Sail with Bu Ateej: Sand, Sea & Salt
Do you know the UAE has a pearl diving history that dates back around 7,000 years? Go on a trip with The Knot to learn more about the sea stories from an elder Emirati who has been through the entire founding of the UAE through exciting activities and conversations!
With the private guided tour, this journey will introduce you to the different dhow making methods that made pearl diving possible. Moreover, with the lead of Mohamed Saber 'Bu Ateej', there will be a sail experience on a traditional boat, the 'dhow', where you will explore the surrounding area and islands.
Tour Highlights:
- A sail experience on a traditional dhow
- Opportunity to explore surrounding areas and islands of Abu Dhabi
- Photo-taking during golden hour
- Engaging activities
*There will be Arabic and English speaking Emirati tour guides
*Open to ages 10 and above