Aside from its flora and fauna offering and its sporting chops , Abu Dhabi is perhaps best known for some of the most ‘ out there ’ theme parks which are sure to create fond memories for teams visiting the destination .
Kicking things off on the motorsport angle , Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is the first theme park in the world themed on the famous automotive brand . Top of the billing for the theme park is Formula Rossa , which is the world ’ s fastest roller coaster , hitting speeds of 250 kmph . Aside from the rides on offer , of which there are numerous , there ’ s also a team challenge on offer which involves groups solving Ferrarithemed puzzles to reach a prize vault .
Another world first for the destination , Warner Bros . World Abu Dhabi also offers up thrills themed on the brand . For those wanting to compete in challenges with Batman , Superman , The Flinstones and many other characters owned by the media company , the theme park combines worldclass rides with a fantastic selection of puzzles and challenges in each of the park ’ s six zones .
For those wanting a more aquatic feel for team building , Yas Waterworld offers a choice of more than 40 rides inspired by an Emirati pearl diving legend . Aside from having the world ’ s largest surfable sheet wave , the park also challenges visitors in diving activities in a competitive team building activity .
“ There ’ s a theme throughout , Abu Dhabi cranks everything up to 10 and then some .”
by kayak ) the chance to spot rare birds and other indigenous animals . Kayaking through the mangrove forest in the national park is a great combination of sporting activity with natural splendour .
To the desert , the Abu Dhabi Desert Safari is on the edge of the Empty Quarter and boasts an oasis to host travellers while they take part in activities including paintballing , treasure hunts and the everpopular dune-bashing . But aside from the adventure , the sights of the dunes and the backdrop of the arid desert offers a glimpse into the emirates past and contextualises the rapid growth of the capital .
Rounding out the safari offerings , the Abu Dhabi Wildlife Park is one of the region ’ s largest private wildlife reserves . The Park takes up more than half of Sir Bani Yas Island and hosts more than 13,000 animals . With species including cheetahs , Arabian oryx and Somali ostriches , there ’ s a lot to see via 4X4 wildlife drive round the park .
The ride of your life
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There ’ s so much to explore in Abu Dhabi than its sporting heritage , safari , wildlife and theme parks . But there ’ s a theme throughout , Abu Dhabi cranks everything up to 10 and then some . For team building , this means opportunities for creating memorable experiences that bring people together should present themselves at every corner in the emirate .
The add-on is that many experiences can be tailored and customised to meet specific delegate needs according to the Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism . Post-pandemic , there ’ s a lot that can be done to bring people back together , Abi Dhabi offers up a lot of options for doing so in style .
Source : Ferrari World Abu Dhabi , @ ferrariworldabudhabi
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