Nature Flora and Fauna Trip from Manama

This tour features the oil history and wildlife of Bahrain. On this tour visit Jabel Al Dukhan, The Tree of Life, Al-Areen Wildlife Park (Sanctuary) and have a brief photo stop at Bahrain International Circuit. Bahrain was the first country to discover oil in the Middle East and Al Areen Wildlife Park was established in 1975. Bahrain was perhaps the first Arab country to realize the rapid decline of many native wild animal populations in the region and the urgent need to implement safety measures that could ensure their survival.

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Stop At: Bahrain International Circuit, Gate 255, Gulf of Bahrain Avenue Umm Jidar, Manama 1062 Bahrain

Bahrain International Circuit (photo stop): Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) is an ultramodern motorsport facility that is located in the heart of the Sakhir desert. Designed by the renowned German engineer Hermann Tilke, the circuit incorporates many features of local culture. BIC features five FIA certified track layouts, more than anywhere else in the world. This allows the circuit to host a range of motor racing events. The 5.412-kilometre Grand Prix Track regularly hosts international races, including the Formula One Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix, the FIA World Endurance Championship Six Hours of Bahrain, races in the GP2 Series and the Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Al Areen Wildlife Park & Reserve, After Bahrain International Circuit, Zallaq Bahrain

Al-Areen Wildlife Park (Sanctuary): Established in1975, the park is perfect for families and animal lovers to explore at leisure and to enjoy the opportunity of seeing animals in the wild.

Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Stop At: Tree Of Life, Jebel Dukhan, Manama Bahrain

Tree of Life: This well-matured tree has come to be known as the Tree Of Life because of the mystery surrounding its existence in the middle of the desert without any known water sources. The tree is believed to be from the Acacia family which is able to withstand harsh environments and can live for many years.


Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Oil Museum and first oil well, Jebel Dukhan, Manama Bahrain

Jabel Al Dukhan: This is the highest point of the country. It stands at 137 meters above sea level in the middle of Sakhir Desert in Bahrain.

Duration: 10 minutes