Yes indeed! Dubai has a fascinating wetland reserve right within the city. Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary is a serene oasis located next to Dubai Creek and adjacent to Dubai Financial City. Flanked by highways against the backdrop of soaring metallic modern Dubai, Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary is a refreshing respite from the urban settings of the emirate. The surrounding vegetation and shallow pools are amazing habitats for migratory exotic birds. Among all the birdlife that you can encounter here, the most popular bird sightings are of the flamboyance of pink flamingos flocking together. For nature enthusiasts and bird watchers, this is an idyllic spot in Dubai to visit. It acts as a small eco-system right within the bustling city of Dubai. Apart from flamingos, you can also spot herons, black-winged stilts, kingfishers, sandpipers to name a few. What makes this a popular escapade for city-dwellers and tourists is that the admission fee is free of cost making it a great attraction to visit for budget-conscious visitors.

If you want a nature wildlife excursion adventure, then Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve is another attraction to explore. This natural conservation reserve is said to be the first national park of the UAE and is located approximately 40 minutes outskirts of the emirate from Dubai Downtown. It is one of the best spots to view the desert wildlife and encounter Arabian Oryx and enjoy camel treks on the serene sand dunes of the Dubai desert.