Summer Sun & Island Adventures at Anantara Sir Bani Yas

This summer, Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island invites travellers to escape to a paradise where golden savannahs meet the sea, blending the island’s wild natural beauty with signature Anantara luxury. Located on the UAE’s largest natural island, home to over 11,000 free-roaming animals and ancient archaeological sites, the three distinct resorts showcase diverse island lifestyles, whether visitors seek adventure, tranquillity, or something refreshingly different.

With Anantara’s Cool Escapes & Island Rewards offer, guests can enjoy discounts of up to 35 per cent on stays, alongside exclusive, temperature-based savings on curated island activities. The sunnier the day, the cooler the rewards, with daily-changing discounts on dining, spa treatments, and experiences, calculated in real-time using data from AccuWeather.

Each resort provides a unique window into island life. The newly refurbished villas at Al Sahel, nestled within the savannah, offer seclusion and superb wildlife views, with gazelles often seen wandering past the pool deck. Along the shoreline, Al Yamm exudes beachside serenity, with elegantly understated villas complete with private pools just metres from the sea. Further north, Desert Islands Resort & Spa offers a relaxed atmosphere perfect for families, with sweeping ocean vistas and easy access to a range of island activities.

Guests can also enjoy carefully curated evening experiences that reveal a more tranquil side of Sir Bani Yas Island. The Moonlit Wadi Walk grants a rare insight into the island’s geological history, where ancient salt dome riverbeds shimmer beneath the night sky. Shaped over centuries by wind and time, the wadi walls reveal layers of violet, green, amber, and ochre, creating a mesmerising natural gallery. With only the gentle breeze and distant wildlife for company, this peaceful walk invites quiet reflection. 

For a different perspective on the island’s natural beauty, guests can also enjoy Night Mangrove Kayaking — quietly gliding through coastal waterways under a starlit sky, surrounded by the hush of nature. This calming experience offers a serene way to slow down and simply be.