Your Ultimate Guide to Off-roading, Camping and Hiking in the UAE
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
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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The deserts are found to be occupying the majority of the United Arab Emirates terrain. This barren landscape surmounted by a vast expanse of sand, although mystifying and astonishing, may seem monotonous for regular visitors. Therefore, finding a unique place, like the region of Al Ghail, where the mountains meet …
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Al Sheimaili tribe used to inhabit the bottom of the mountains and the area of Wadi Haqeel, as well as the following villages at the mountain tops: Sal Haqeel, Sal Dhayah, Al Baramah, Al Makhrams, Al Hilla, and Al Mansouriya. These abandoned settlements, consisting of fields and stone houses, are …
Sal Haqeel – Climb the Mountains and Listen to Their Stories Read More
UAE has many beautiful forts and castles scattered across the whole country. They are a symbol of might and strong defense that once protected the land. While many of these cultural heritage sites are well preserved and restored, some (like Al Mazra Fort in Ras Al Khaimah) are suffering from …
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Mountains in the United Arab Emirates hold many secrets, such as hidden passages that allow you to travel in time and experience not only the hardship of life in the past but also untouched and soothing nature. Hebs stairs is one of them – carved into nearly horizontal stone walls …
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Running water has a magical allure. Therefore, this should not come as a surprise that Wadi Shawka pools for years have been attracting hikers and outdoor lovers to enjoy a path where waterways have carved through the mountains. So, pack your backpack now and set off for an incredible adventure!
Alluring Mountain Streams and Wadi Shawka Pools Read More
There are many imaginative stories circulating around United Arab Emirates concerning Al Jazirah Al Hamra (Arabic: red island) or more commonly referred to as “ghost town”. Personally, first time I have heard about it from a local friend trying to convince me that the place was haunted, justifying it with …
Is Al Jazirah Al Hamra – “Ghost Town” Really Haunted? Read More
Some people go to the mountains for the spectacular views and some to enjoy off-road mountain trails. When it comes to tackling the mountain terrain, United Arab Emirates have so much to offer. From driving in valleys, through conquering rough mountain tops. Here are 5 unbeatable off-road mountain trails in …
Top 5 Off-Road Mountain Trails in the UAE Read More
You may have heard about Khatt mountains in south-east of the city of Ras Al Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates, famous for hot water springs rich with minerals. But besides this unique feature, this village at the foot of Hajar Mountains offers spectacular scenery, whether it is for hiking, …
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