Nestled within Al Qana, The Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi is one of the capital’s most immersive nature experiences, inviting visitors to wander through a tropical paradise filled with colour, calm and thousands of fluttering wings.
Secret Abu Dhabi were invited and hosted by The Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi, with our media team getting a secluded first look inside the climate-controlled domes. Butterflies roam freely all around you, creating a truly interactive environment where nature takes centre stage.
Each area introduces you to different butterfly species, exotic plants, and fascinating wildlife, transforming a simple walk into a journey across continents.
The butterflies are confident and show no hesitation when showing off their beauty to people inside. There were plenty of moments where selfies were completely justified, as the butterflies land on you and make themselves comfortable with no fear.
The Secret Abu Dhabi team got the full experience of this when walking through both domes.
You’ll also spot other wildlife along the way, including the Cuvier’s Dwarf Caiman, the Tamandua Anteater, koi fish, and the Sri Lankan Giant Squirrel.
Why The Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi Is One Of The City’s Most Unique Experiences
What makes The Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi especially captivating is how seamlessly it blends education with exploration.
Informative displays and guided experiences offer insight into butterfly life cycles and the delicate balance of ecosystems. It’s engaging without feeling overwhelming, making it just as appealing to adults as it is to younger visitors.
Breakfast With Butterflies (And A Sloth
What followed the immersive walk was a truly unique experience. A Michelin-style breakfast served inside the butterfly dome itself. This is not currently open to the public and is reserved for special guests only.
Having breakfast with butterflies is very much on the menu, alongside beautifully presented dishes that give you full VIP energy as the creatures float around you.
They will even land on your table and plates, and are not shy about letting you know what they like.
It’s not just butterflies joining you either. The Linnaeus Two-Toed Sloth makes a surprise appearance, and guests get the rare opportunity to feed it up close as it calmly hangs beside your table.
The Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi offers a serene, visually stunning encounter that already stands out as one of the city’s most unique attractions.
Add an exclusive breakfast experience inside the dome, and this becomes one of those Abu Dhabi moments that feels genuinely once-in-a-lifetime.
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