Al Ain Wildlife Park & Resort (AWPR), which is being transformed into a major resort destination, will be appearing at this year’s Arabian Travel Market (ATM) as part of a major Abu Dhabi promotion.
AWPR is in the process of implementing the first phase of an expansive development which will see it grow from 110 to 2,220 acres and feature a new natural history museum, a safari open range park in a savanna-style setting, a hotel and residential areas as well as a conservation and animal breeding centre.
“We already have much to take to the global marketplace,” said Majid Ali Al Mansouri, AWPR’s managing director. “We have 3,400 animals bred in open space enclosures, host bird of prey shows, organise giraffe feeding activities for visitors and display two of the world’s rarest white lions among a host of extraordinary visitor experiences that set the tone of our long-term plans to create a regionally and internationally attractive tourism and resort destination.
“We are increasing the range and type of our offering turning our project into a world-class touristic destination focusing on a unique formula for a new kind of wildlife park where animals and humans live together, sharing a healthy environment.”
The first phase of AWPR development is due for completion in two years and will feature new facilities such as the Sheikh Zayed Desert Learning Centre, wildlife safaris offering experiences of African, Arabian and Asian safaris with encampments for authentic overnight experiences, a resort hotel and residential communities, as well as a conservation and breeding facility.
“All these new facilities will enhance AWPR’s offering and help transform it into an attractive destination that draws on Abu Dhabi’s natural habitat and local environment and focuses on its efforts to promote wildlife conservation and foster better human/habitat interaction,” added Al Mansouri.