Crab Hunting in Abu Dhabi: Places and Time

As the capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi has a unique geographical environment, with a large number of islands and rich seawater resources. These resources provide a large amount of aquatic products, including a huge number of crabs.

So, how do we enjoy crabbing in Abu Dhabi? When and where can we catch crabs?

This article details the locations and times for crab catching in Abu Dhabi. I hope you can enjoy a wonderful crab catching experience.

Time

The best time to crabbing is typically during low tide, especially when it coincides with dusk or dawn.

Crabs tend to be more active during these times as they forage for food along the shore.

Check here for the Tide table in Abu Dhabi

Equipments

• A bucket is best, if not a plastic bag.
• Beach Shoes (optional, you can also wear slippers).
• A flashlight or headlamp if it’s night.
• One of following tools:
  • Grill Tongs Best choice
  • Gardening Gloves
  • Fishing net
  • Trident

Bucket

Beach Shoes on Amazon

Headlamp on Amazon

Gardening Gloves on Amazon

Grill Tongs

Fishing net on Amazon

Trident on Amazon

Place 1 for Crab Hunting in Abu Dhabi

• Place Name: Al Shati St, Al Sader
• Parking Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/srGLBkyvAjyygVeHA

Place 2 for Crab Hunting in Abu Dhabi

• Place Name: Seashore villa mousqe, Rabdan
• Parking Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/QVqJfjACVno9UPkJ9

The second place for Crab hunting in Abu Dhabi in Abu Dhabi is close to Seashore villa mousqe.

Place 3 for Crab Hunting in Abu Dhabi

• Place Name: Bahya Sea, New Al Bahia
• Parking Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WT5KJAQHWg1ueVEM8

Place 4 for Crab Hunting in Abu Dhabi

• Place Name: Fishing & Crabbing Spot, Al Mirfa
• Parking Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/C3L1QR1A27H1Yjk68