Your Ultimate Guide to Off-roading, Camping and Hiking in the UAE
In my memory’s recollections driving through Adhan (أذن) village, there are palm trees extending their fronds to the sky, the desert chasing the highlands, the mountains casting a shadow over valleys and “adhan” (Arabic: call for prayer), echoing throughout the neighboring villages, like in old times, drawing people to the …
Enigmatic Network of Mountain Roads in Adhan Village Read More
The United Arab Emirates’ northeastern region’s Faha Valley is a true hidden pearl. The best off-road terrains, remote mountainous areas, and untamed nature make it the ideal destination for a relaxing trip, but also… who knows? Perhaps even a new adventure. FAHA VALLEY—TRULY OFF THE BEATEN PATH Faha Valley is …
Seeking Peace and Tranquility? Visit Faha Valley! Read More
Tahil is a remote settlement in the desert of Sharjah, in the United Arab Emirates that consists of a tiny group of houses and a mosque. Here, camels in herds peacefully traverse the distant dunes of Tahil desert, seeking shade and shelter under the branches of wonderful ghaf trees.
Tahil Desert—Under the Branches of Ghaf Trees Read More
Wadi Zikt is located in the area of Dadnah—a village in Fujairah, on the eastern coast of the United Arab Emirates. Some of you may associate Wadi Zikt with an artificial reservoir of impressive size (three million cubic meters) that fills up with water after rainfall. Nature then, like a …
Wadi Zikt—The Valley of Verdant Brooks Read More
Moon Lake in the Dubai Desert is one of a few places in the United Arab Emirates, where you have wildlife at your fingertips. Arabian oryxes and Arabian gazelles were recently re-introduced into the desert as part of the UAE’s conservation efforts. Moon Lake, which is actually an artificial lake, …
Rendezvous with Wildlife: Mesmerizing Moon Lake in Dubai Desert Read More
Wadi Rahba – quiet, tranquil, and rather one of those less known wadis at the bottom of the highest mountain in the UAE – Jebel Jais. One can experience what it has to offer, just by taking a short trip there: a cave in Ras Al Khaimah with stairs leading …
Visit a Place From One Thousand and One Nights – Cave in Ras Al Khaimah Read More
Wadi Kub attracts lovers of wilderness, especially during times of rain. Waterfalls flow from the slopes of the mountains, and flowers bloom on its gravel carpet, making it one of the most unique mountainous areas in the region. The diverse topography of Wadi Kub, pristine beauty of nature, large Sidr …
Wadi Kub – UAE’s Geological Marvel Read More
The majority of the most challenging off-road trails in the UAE I mostly came across unknowingly. Taking into consideration the fact that there is not much information on the Internet in this field, I tend to learn about the severeness of the trail while approaching it. Just like Esfini off-road …
Do You Have Nerves of Steel? Try Esfini Off-road Trail! Read More
Wadi Al Helo – the name of the valley gives the first hint to its abundance of water and fertile ground: „helo” literally means “sweet” in Arabic but it is also used as “nice” or “beautiful”. The river bed of Wadi Al Helo is dry most of the year, however, …
Wadi Al Helo – The Valley of Abundance Read More
Craving the sun and fresh air, we look for opportunities to be in the bosom of nature and rest from the hustle and bustle of the city. Woodlands of Ras Al Khaimah desert behind Sheikh Khalifa Specialty Hospital has plenty of options for an afternoon picnic or overnight camping. Such …
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