Pygmy Zoo
๐ Aloawayen Suburb, Sharjah
Pygmy Zoo features camels, Arabian oryx, gazelles, Arabian ibex, ostriches, peacocks, and macaws in a well-organised outdoor setting, with a playground and food truck on-site.
A small and well organized mini zoo that is truly beautiful and enjoyable. Itโs suitable for all ages children and adults alike. The zoo features animals native to the Arabian Peninsula such as camels, horses, sheep, Arabian oryx, gazelles, cows, Arabian ibex, donkeys, and more. It also includes a variety of birds like ostriches, peacocks, chickens, pigeons, macaws, and others. There is a food truck offering quick snacks with comfortable seating areas (fries, different types of tea, bread, luqaimat traditional Emirati desserts โetc.). The facility has very clean restrooms for both genders, a stage for childrenโs shows, a paid play area, and another free play area. The staff are extremely friendly, especially with children. Entrance tickets cost AED 20 for adults and AED 15 for children, including unlimited time for exploring and taking pictures. I highly recommend visiting this place to enjoy quality time away from technology and mobile devices.
๐ Family Action Verdict
Best for families with toddlers and primary-school-age children wanting close-up encounters with Arabian wildlife without the scale of a full zoo. The manageable size means younger children stay engaged throughout without fatigue. The on-site playground and food truck extend the visit comfortably.
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ASMA
โA small and well organized mini zoo that is truly beautiful and enjoyable. Itโs suitable for all ages children and adults alike. The zoo features animals native to the Arabian Peninsula such as camels, horses, sheep, Arabian oryx, gazelles, cows, Arabian ibex, donkeys, and more. It also includes a variety of birds like ostriches, peacocks, chickens, pigeons, macaws, and others. There is a food truck offering quick snacks with comfortable seating areas (fries, different types of tea, bread, luqaimat traditional Emirati desserts โetc.). The facility has very clean restrooms for both genders, a stage for childrenโs shows, a paid play area, and another free play area. The staff are extremely friendly, especially with children. Entrance tickets cost AED 20 for adults and AED 15 for children, including unlimited time for exploring and taking pictures. I highly recommend visiting this place to enjoy quality time away from technology and mobile devices.โ
Abdulrahman AlShamsi
โHighly recommended for the kids and families. Had a blast during the visit.โ
Iman Saeed
โVery goodโ
Mohammed Abu Obead
โLove itโ
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Overview
Pygmy Zoo in Sharjah's Aloawayen suburb focuses on animals native to the Arabian Peninsula โ camels, horses, Arabian oryx, gazelles, Arabian ibex, donkeys, and sheep, alongside birds including ostriches, peacocks, and macaws. The layout is compact and easy to navigate with young children. A playground provides additional play space, and a food truck with seating serves snacks throughout the visit. Reviewers consistently describe it as well-organised and genuinely enjoyable for all ages.
