Al Areen for families

Al Areen is one of the best choices for families.

Suitability: ★★★★★

Al Areen was established in 1976 at Sakhir and is split into a public wildlife park and a reserve for conservation and breeding. In 2025 the reserve was renamed the Mohammed bin Zayed Nature Reserve.

Why Al Areen for families?

• There is no malaria, which makes it easier with young children.
• The transfer from the airport is relatively short, which helps with children.
• Some camps and activities have minimum ages, so confirm with the provider before booking.

What awaits you in Al Areen

• Arabian oryx, bred here for reintroduction on the Hawar Islands
• Reem and other gazelle species
• Bus tours among the animals
• More than 80 bird species
• An easy half-day trip from Manama

Wildlife you may encounter: oryx, gazelles and birdlife.

Suggested time on the ground: 1 to 1 days. It is in Sakhir next to the Bahrain International Circuit, about 40 minutes by road from Manama. Visitors see the animals from tour buses in the public section; the reserve section is closed except with prior permission.

Activities that fit

game drives and birdwatching.

When to go

The best period overall is December to February.

Most comfortable months to visit.

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Sources: Wikipedia – Al Areen Wildlife Park · Gulf News – Al Areen Reserve renamed after Sheikh Mohamed · Weather Spark – Manama climate
Figures are approximate averages and vary from year to year.