Pearling History: Guided Cruise from Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Trip Type: Historical & Heritage Tours
Duration: 2 hours
Enjoy one of the first cultural and tourism cruises of its kind in Abu Dhabi. Experience an unique form of edutainment (Education and Entertainment) created to enrich people's knowledge on the history of the pearling industry in the Arabian Gulf region, and how many of the countries forefathers dedicated their lives to collecting thousands of seashells in hope to find a pearl.
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Enjoy one of the first cultural and tourism cruises of its kind in Abu Dhabi. Experience an unique form of edutainment (Education and Entertainment) created to enrich people's knowledge on the history of the pearling industry in the Arabian Gulf region, and how many of the countries forefathers dedicated their lives to collecting thousands of seashells in hope to find a pearl.Enjoy a unique experience in Abu Dhabi that’s both educational and entertaining, and learn about the traditional pearl industry of the Arabian Gulf. Your cruise will start following a pick-up from any hotel in the city, climb aboard a traditional jalboot (a pearl fishing dhow), and depart from the Eastern Mangroves Hotel and Spa. Set off on a leisurely cruise along the quiet channel between Abu Dhabi and the Hudairi Yat islands.
Seated on traditional Arabian floor cushions, enjoy locally made Arabic coffee and dates, while an Emirati guide explains how the country’s forefathers dedicated their lives to finding valuable pearls to trade or make jewelry. Watch how to open a living oyster, before being invited to search for a pearl yourself. After the seashells have been opened with an oyster knife, look for your own pearl to keep as a souvenir. Local Arabic snacks will be served as you sail, while a crew member sings some authentic Emirati seafaring songs.
Seated on traditional Arabian floor cushions, enjoy locally made Arabic coffee and dates, while an Emirati guide explains how the country’s forefathers dedicated their lives to finding valuable pearls to trade or make jewelry. Watch how to open a living oyster, before being invited to search for a pearl yourself. After the seashells have been opened with an oyster knife, look for your own pearl to keep as a souvenir. Local Arabic snacks will be served as you sail, while a crew member sings some authentic Emirati seafaring songs.
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