
Dubai is a buzzing city with full of luxury restaurants, hotels, water promenades, beaches, shopping malls, and glittering skyline. But if you need some short break from busy city life then there are many day trips from Dubai which are the best weekend getaway options in the United Arab Emirates(UAE). So in this article, I will be listing some best places to visit for a short break or weekend trips from Dubai. Let’s check some adventurous, fun-filling, culturally rich, beautiful natural places near Dubai and some Weekend Road Trips From Dubai – Best Weekend Getaways In UAE.

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Read this article with list of best road trips from Dubai with full of nature, adventure and fun. Can be done as day trip or long weekend staycation at luxury nature resorts in UAE.
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ABU DHABI – Weekend Road Trips From Dubai – Best Weekend Getaways In UAE

The capital city of UAE, located on an island has a beautiful blend of modern architecture and cultural heritage. This city is known for its wonderful mosque, modern architecture, pristine beaches with crystal clear blue waters and modern infrastructure. A peaceful city with lots of happiness and wonderful things to do.
DISTANCE OF ABU DHABI FROM DUBAI
140 KM (Through fastest route with Toll Gates)
HOW TO REACH ABU DHABI FROM DUBAI
It takes approximately 1 hour 50 minutes by road to reach Abu Dhabi. Though Abu Dhabi also has an international airport, you can directly reach here or can travel from Dubai to Abu Dhabi. There are various means of transport from Dubai to Abu Dhabi and vice versa.
By Public Transport – Dubai’s RTA buses run from Dubai to Abu Dhabi every 15 minutes. These air-conditioned buses are the best way to commute if you are not driving your own. It takes around 25AED one-way journey. The buses are extremely safe and run on time.
By Car – You can drive on your own through Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan E10 National Highway which superfast Express highway. You can find food stops and Gas stops in between.
By Taxi – You can also hire Uber, Careem or Dubai Taxi to drop you at Abu Dhabi. It will charge around 200AED one way.
By Guided Tours – Many tour operators take you to 1 or 2 days tours from Dubai to Abu Dhabi while showing you many sightseeing places in Abu Dhabi.
WHAT TO DO IN ABU DHABI
Sheikh Zayed Mosque, AD Corniche, Emirates Palace, Ferrari World & Yas Waterworld, Louvre Abu Dhabi, Warner Brothers, and many more things. Read in detail about Abu Dhabi.
GUIDED TOUR OPTIONS FROM DUBAI TO ABU DHABI
- Click here to book full day tour to Abu Dhabi city tour with sightseeing.
- Book Abu Dhabi day tour with Ferarri World ticket.
- Click here to book seaplane flight over Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Ferrari World Ticket.
WHERE TO STAY AT ABU DHABI
- Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort.
- Hilton Capital Grand Abu Dhabi.
- Yas Island Rotana Abu Dhabi.
- The Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort & Spa.
- Mourouj Hotel Apartment by Mourouj Gloria.
- Beach Rotana Residences.
WHY ABU DHABI
Capital of UAE, for modern and unique architecture, cultural and heritage of UAE, unique theme parks
ABU DHABI IS FOR
- Art & Culture Lovers.
- Architecture Lovers.
- Adventure & Theme Park lovers.
- Luxury travelers.
Click here to know about some unique places to visit in UAE – hidden gems of UAE.
HATTA – Weekend Road Trips From Dubai – Best Weekend Getaways In UAE

Mountainous village amidst rough mountains of Hajjar range with a small water body in between. It is like oasis in between the desert and a beautiful nature away from the city. A perfect place to relax in nature and admire the stunning sunsets in the mountains.
DISTANCE OF HATTA FROM DUBAI
135 KM (Through fastest route with Toll Gates)
HOW TO REACH HATTA FROM DUBAI
It takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes by Sharjah Kalba Road (E102) road & E 611 Emirates road to reach Hatta. The drive is scenic through deserts and stunning Hajjar mountain range.
By Public Transport – You have to take the bus for Hatta from Sabkha Bus Station to reach Hatta which has 35 stops in between and takes around 3 hours to reach.
By Car – You can drive on your own by Sharjah Kalba Road (E102) road & E 611 Emirates road to reach Hatta. Google works perfectly fine.
By Taxi – You can also hire Uber, Careem or Dubai Taxi to drop you at Hatta Dam.
By Guided Tours – Many tour operators take you to 1 or 2 days tours from Dubai to Hatta while showing you many sightseeing places.

WHAT TO DO IN HATTA
Hatta Dam, Hike Hajjar mountains, Mountain camping or hiking, Water sports. Read more details about Hatta.
GUIDED TOUR OPTIONS FROM DUBAI TO HATTA
- Click here to book full day Hatta and Kalba tour with Friday market tour.
WHERE TO STAY AT HATTA
WHY HATTA
Hatta is the perfect nature getaway with rugged mountains and oasis away from busy city life. Rugged rocky mountains with an oasis of emerald waters make a perfect place for nature lovers. There are many plush resorts amidst the mountains with full of greenery and peace.

HATTA IS FOR
- Nature lovers.
- Adventure lovers.
- Staycation Resort lovers.
AL AIN – Weekend Road Trips From Dubai – Best Weekend Getaways In UAE

Al Ain – The Garden city of UAE. This city is the greenest city and also known as an oasis of UAE. It consists of many palm trees, natural water resources, forts, and many bronze age remains. Lies on the eastern side of UAE bordering with Oman. Know more about Al Ain.
DISTANCE OF AL AIN FROM DUBAI
145 KM (Through fastest route with Toll Gates)
HOW TO REACH AL AIN FROM DUBAI
It takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes from Dubai to Al Ain by road. The drive is scenic going through deserts on both sides.
By Public Transport – You have to take the bus E 201 with a frequency at every 30 minutes for Al Ain from Al Ghubaiba Bus Station, Dubai to reach Al Ain.
By Car – You can drive on your own by E66 road – Al Ain road. Google works perfectly fine.
By Taxi – You can also hire Uber, Careem or Dubai Taxi to drop you at Al Ain.
By Guided Tours – Many tour operators take you to 1 or 2 days tours from Dubai to Al Ain while showing you many sightseeing places.
WHAT TO DO IN AL AIN
Al Ain Oasis, Al Ain zoo, Al Jahili Fort, Jebel Hafeet mountainous drive. Read in detail about Al Ain.

GUIDED TOUR OPTIONS FROM DUBAI TO AL AIN
- Click here to book Al Ain garden city sightseeing tour.
- Click here to book Al Ain full day tour with Jebel Hafeet mountain and conservation zoo.
WHERE TO STAY AT AL AIN
- Al Ain Rotana. Also read my reviews on Al Ain Rotana.
- Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort.
- Ayla Grand Hotel.
- Mercure Grand Jebel Hafeet.

WHY AL AIN
If you love green spaces and mountainous curvy drives then Al Ain is the place for you. Known as the garden city, therefore many picturesque gardens, zoos with exotics animals and palm oasis in this region.
AL AIN IS FOR
- Nature lovers.
- Animal lovers.
- Those who love to drive or Car Racers
- Culture & Heritage lovers.
FUJAIRAH – Weekend Road Trips From Dubai – Best Weekend Getaways In UAE

Fujairah lies on the eastern side of UAE is a beautiful emirate with rugged mountain ranges and clear beaches. You will find beauty of mountains and sea simultaneously, which makes a perfect place for nature lovers.
DISTANCE OF FUJAIRAH FROM DUBAI
120 KM (Through fastest route with Toll Gates)
HOW TO REACH FUJAIRAH FROM DUBAI
It takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes from Dubai to Fujairah by road. The drive is worth and truly scenic through rugged mountains.
By Public Transport – The E700 bus (Direction: Fujairah) has 15 stops departing from Union Square Bus Station – 01 and ending in Fujairah – 01.
By Car – You can drive on your own through Sharjah Kalba and Dubai Fujairah Road. Google works perfectly fine.
By Taxi – You can also hire Uber, Careem or Dubai Taxi to drop you at Fujairah.
By Guided Tours – Many tour operators take you to 1 or 2 days tours from Dubai to Fujairah while showing you many sightseeing places.

WHAT TO DO IN FUJAIRAH
Khorfakkan Beach, Snoppy island and Fujairah Castle, Staycation at Beach resorts.
GUIDED TOUR OPTIONS FROM DUBAI TO FUJAIRAH
- Click here to book snorkeling, Lunch at Snoopy island and Sandy beach tour.
- Click here to Snorkeling trip to Fujairah from Dubai with live BBQ lunch.
- Click here to book half day Scuba Dive & Snorkeling tour to Fujairah from Dubai.
- Click here to book Fujairah east coast mountain tour.
WHERE TO STAY AT FUJAIRAH
- Novotel Fujairah.
- Fujairah Rotana Resort & Spa.
- Intercontinental Fujairah Resort.
- Miramar Al Aqah Beach Resort.
- Le Meridien Al Aqah Beach Resort.
- Alshahad Farm.
WHY FUJAIRAH
If you love peaceful beaches, rugged mountains with seas then Fujairah will really enchant you.

FUJAIRAH IS FOR
- Beach lovers.
- Staycation lovers.
- Water sports & mountain hikers/camping lovers.
RAS AL KHAIMAH (RAK) – Weekend Road Trips From Dubai – Best Weekend Getaways In UAE

The northernmost emirate of UAE will surprise you with the longest zipline of the world or with its pristine clear beaches. This emirate has wonderful beaches with white sands and rugged mountains on the other side. There are many luxury beach resorts with a view of water or mountains for a perfect peaceful staycation or getaways in UAE.
Visit 1484, highest restaurant in RAK to enjoy the superb views of Jabal Jais Hajar mountain range.
The Highest Restaurant in the UAE
Please note:
- Reservation is required prior to visit.
- Please make your reservation online: Please choose your date, time and number of people.
- Tables will be held maximum of 15 minute after booking time.
- Minimum spend applies on Friday and Saturdays: AED60 Adults, AED40 kid (under 12 yrs).
- Please note that due to the remote location, we are not able to provide WI-FI service.
For further enquiries, call Puro at +971 563173985.
DISTANCE OF RAS AL KHAIMAH (RAK) FROM DUBAI
110 KM (Through fastest route with Toll Gates)
HOW TO REACH RAK FROM DUBAI
It takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes from Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah by road. The drive is worth and truly scenic through rugged mountains.
By Public Transport – Take Al Hamra bus departs from the Union Bus Station, Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah. The fare costs AED 25 (one-way), and the trip takes about two hours. The frequency of the bus is within 1 and a half hours.
By Car – You can drive on your own through Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road – E311. Google works perfectly fine.
By Taxi – You can also hire Uber, Careem or Dubai Taxi to drop you at RAK.
By Guided Tours – Many tour operators take you to 1 or 2 days tours from Dubai to RAK while showing you many sightseeing places.
WHAT TO DO IN RAK
Pristine beaches of Marjan Island, luxury beach resorts stay, World’s longest Zipline across Jebel Jais mountain, Dahyah fort, Paragliding, and many water sports
GUIDED TOUR OPTIONS FROM DUBAI TO RAK
- Click here to book Jebel Jais mountain picnic with lunch and admire the stunning views.
- Click here to book RAK desert safari with dinner.
WHERE TO STAY AT RAK
- Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Resort & Spa.
- The Cove Rotana Resort.
- Hilton Al Hamra Beach & Golf Resort.
- Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah.
- Bin Majid Acacia Hotel and Apartments.
WHY RAK
If you love peaceful beaches, adventure activities like paragliding, ziplining across the world’s longest zipline.
RAK IS FOR
- Beach lovers.
- Staycation lovers.
- Adventure sports lovers.
- Longest Zipline
MLEIHA – Weekend Road Trips From Dubai – Best Weekend Getaways In UAE

Mleiha a place full of ancient historical sites with many fossils depicting how life was thousands of years ago. Discover the interesting past of the Middle East at this site. You can have a look at bronze age findings with some pre-Islamic fossils here. Not only this is fossils sites but the desert is full of fun. Explore the beautiful desert of Mleiha from Dubai which is a perfect weekend trip from Dubai.
DISTANCE OF RAS AL MLEIHA (RAK) FROM DUBAI
75 KM (Through fastest route with Toll Gates)
HOW TO REACH MLEIHA FROM DUBAI
It takes approximately 55 minutes from Dubai to Mleiha by road. The drive is worth and truly scenic through virgin deserts.
By Public Transport – Mleiha is located in Sharjah another emirate of UAE. So from Dubai, you have to reach Sharjah and then take taxi from there. Or it is better to ask for pick up the van from Mleiha Archaeological Center.
By Car – You can drive on your own through D83 and Sharjah Kalba Road – E102. Or take Emirates Road E11 and then take Sharjah Kalba Road E102. Google works perfectly fine.
By Taxi – You can also hire Uber, Careem or Dubai Taxi to drop you at Mleiha.
By Guided Tours – Many tour operators take you to 1 or 2 days tours from Dubai to Mleiha while showing you many sightseeing places.
WHAT TO DO IN MLEIHA
Archaeological sites, Fossils from the Bronze age, Desert 4WD adventure, Desert cycling, dune buggy rides, trek to Fossil rocks, Dinner under the stars, camping in the desert, stargazing while camping in the dunes.

GUIDED TOUR OPTIONS FROM DUBAI TO MLEIHA
All guided tours are run by Mleiha Archaeological center and even on request they send pick up van on extra charges. They arrange desert safari and desert camping.
WHERE TO STAY AT MLEIHA
- Al Barari Atmosphere Farm (for families only).
WHY MLEIHA
If you love fossils, discovering ancient past through archaeological sites in beautiful deserts.

MLEIHA IS FOR
- Archaeological & History lovers.
- Nature lovers.
- Desert Bikers
- Fun in Desert
SHARJAH CITY – Weekend Road Trips From Dubai – Best Weekend Getaways In UAE

Sharjah is the cultural capital of the UAE and is considered as the beautiful traditional and heritage city with many Islamic architectural wonders. To know the authentic Emirati way of living Sharjah is the best place to feel the authentic UAE.
DISTANCE OF SHARJAH FROM DUBAI
50 KM (Through fastest route with Toll Gates)
HOW TO REACH SHARJAH FROM DUBAI
It takes approximately 45 minutes from Dubai to Sharjah by road. The drive is through Old Dubai city and can be many times logged with lots of traffic. Sharjah is an important emirate of UAE and being very close to Dubai, the roads are full of traffic and many people commute daily from Dubai to Sharjah and vice versa.
By Public Transport – There are many buses running from Dubai to Sharjah at many points. You can check the RTA timetable for going to Sharjah by bus. The duration of the trip is approximately 45 to 50 minutes, tickets cost 10 AED.
By Car – You can drive on your own through E 11. Google works perfectly fine. Check the traffic congestion before you start so that you can divert your route. The roads to Sharjah can be congested at peak intervals of the day.
By Taxi – You can also hire Uber, Careem or Dubai Taxi to drop you at Sharjah.
By Guided Tours – Many tour operators take you to 1 or 2 days tours from Dubai to Sharjah while showing you many sightseeing places.
WHAT TO DO IN SHARJAH
Sharjah Mosque, Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization, famous Sharjah Arts Museum, Al Mamzar Park, Sharjah Souk and many heritage buildings
GUIDED TOUR OPTIONS FROM DUBAI TO SHARJAH
- Click here to book Dubai to Sharjah city tour.
WHERE TO STAY AT SHARJAH
- Sheraton Sharjah Beach Resort & Spa.
- Radisson Blu Resort, Sharjah.
- Copthorne Hotel Sharjah.
- Tulip Inn Al Khan Hotel.
- Sahara Beach Resort & Spa.
WHY SHARJAH
If you love culture and heritage then you would truly love this emirate. Sharjah has some greatest art and heritage collections in their museums. Also, science lovers can head to the famous planetarium of UAE in Sharjah.
SHARJAH IS FOR
- Art lovers.
- Culture & Heritage lovers.
- Islamic Art & Architecture lovers.
AL QUDRA LAKE – Weekend Road Trips From Dubai – Best Weekend Getaways In UAE
Series of Man-made lakes in deserts of Dubai is a perfect way to relax away from hustle and bustle of Dubai’s busy city life. A great place where 200 species of birds in which some of them are very rare flock here during winter months from nearby cold countries. The desert sunsets with beautiful birds are the most admirable thing to do here.
DISTANCE OF AL QUDRA FROM DUBAI
60 KM (Through fastest route with Toll Gates)
HOW TO REACH AL QUDRA FROM DUBAI
It takes approximately 55 minutes to 1 hour from Dubai to Al Qudra Lake picnic spot by road. The drive is through Emirates Rd. E 611 and Al Qudra Road D63.
By Public Transport – There is no public transport to this place. You have to self-drive or take a taxi.
By Car – The way to Al Qudra lake is confusing even on Google Maps as there are many lakes nearby that area. To see the biggest lake with many birds, follow the D63 out of Dubai towards the Dubai Cycling Track and then you see the Last Exit food stop from where you have to see signs for the lakes.
By Taxi – You can also hire Uber, Careem or Dubai Taxi to drop you at Sharjah.
By Guided Tours – There are no guided tours to this place as it is the very non-touristic type of lake with birds flocking from nearby cold countries.
WHAT TO DO IN AL QUDRA
Spot 100 species of birds and many rare plants at the man-made lake in between desert. Cycling at Al Qudra Cycling Track.
GUIDED TOUR OPTIONS FROM DUBAI TO QUDRA
There are no such options. You have to self- plan and do your own trip without any guide.
WHERE TO STAY AT QUDRA
As such, there is not any place to stay in this area, but nearby there is a luxury desert resort where you have the fun of desert and desert sunset – BAB AL SHAMS RESORT.
WHY QUDRA
If you birds, desert flora and fauna, then Al Qudra lake is the must-visit place. Cycling is also another great feature at Al Qudra Lake as they have a very big cycling track in this region.
QUDRA IS FOR
- Wildlife lovers.
- Nature lovers.
- Bike lovers.
KHASAB / MUSANDAM (OMAN) – Weekend Road Trips From Dubai – Best Weekend Getaways In UAE

Khasab located on Oman’s Musandam peninsula and due to its strategic location, this place is blessed with beautiful fjords. Enjoy the beauty of nature offering stunning coastal views, sighting dolphins while cruising in Strait of Hormuz.
DISTANCE OF MUSANDAM / KHASAB FROM DUBAI
200 KM (Through fastest route with Toll Gates)
HOW TO REACH MUSANDAM / KHASAB FROM DUBAI
It takes approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes from Dubai to Khasab / Musandam by road. The drive from the Oman border onwards is really stunning. Don’t miss the beauty of this drive. The view is mostly on the left-hand side with many curves of mountainous fjords across the blue waters
By Public Transport – There is no public transport but to the nearby border in RAK you can by bus from Dubai to RAK.
By Car – Through Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed E311 road towards Oman. Take a passport as Khasab or Musandam lies in another country. For people living in UAE or locals of UAE, you can get visa stamping at border of Oman while driving. Or else you can take eVisa before to avoid the queue. People coming from other countries have to take Oman visa or multi-entry visa of UAE to return back again.
By Taxi – You can also hire long term taxi to reach here.
By Guided Tours – Many tour operators take you to 1 or 2 days tours from Dubai to Musandam / Khasab while showing you many sightseeing places.

WHAT TO DO IN MUSANDAM/KHASAB
Dolphin sighting, fjords tour, Dhow cruise in the blue waters of Oman, Beach and mountain camping & mountain 4WD drive.
GUIDED TOUR OPTIONS FROM DUBAI TO MUSANDAM/KHASAB
- Click here to book Dubai to Khasab full day sea safari tour.
- Click here to book Musandam Dibba full day cruise from UAE.
- Click here to book Musandam-Khasab full tours with transfer.
WHERE TO STAY AT MUSANDAM/KHASAB
- Atana Khasab Hotel.
- Atana Musandam Hotel.
- Khasab Hotel.
- Khasab Musandam Campsite (Beach camps).
WHY MUSANDAM/KHASAB
Khasab is known as Norway of the Middle East due to stunning fjords. If you love nature then don’t miss this trip from Dubai.

MUSANDAM / KHASAB IS FOR
- Nature lovers.
- Nature Photography.
- Dhow cruising & spotting Dolphins.
- Scuba Divers & Snorkelers
LIWA DESERT – Weekend Road Trips From Dubai – Best Weekend Getaways In UAE

Liwa Desert is a part of Rub al Khali desert which is the world’s largest uninterrupted sand mass. It is the most adventurous and virgin desert of UAE. Enjoy the desert life by living here for a few days.
DISTANCE OF LIWA FROM DUBAI
330 KM (Through fastest route with Toll Gates)
HOW TO REACH LIWA FROM DUBAI
It takes approximately 3 hours 25 minutes from Dubai to Liwa by road. You can also drive to Liwa desert via Abu Dhabi.
By Public Transport – There is no direct public transport to Liwa. You can go to Abu Dhabi from Dubai by bus and then take another bus to Mezaira E 90 which is the nearby spot in Liwa.
By Car – Take E11 and then Liwa Road E65.
By Taxi – You can also hire long term taxi to reach here.
By Guided Tours – Many tour operators take you to 1 or 2 days tours from Dubai to Liwa while showing you many sightseeing places.
WHAT TO DO IN LIWA
Enjoying desert life, camel farms visit, desert sunset and stargazing.

GUIDED TOUR OPTIONS FROM DUBAI TO LIWA
There are no guided tours from Abu Dhabi or Dubai. You get all the activities from the 2 desert resorts located here. Check with your reception desk for tours in desert.
WHERE TO STAY AT LIWA
- Tilal Liwa Hotel – Madinat Zayed.
- Anantara Qasar Al Sarab Desert Resort.
These are the only two famous desert resorts here in Liwa as it is the virgin desert with no building or hotels nearby. These hotels also arrange pick-up on request on extra charges from Dubai or Abu Dhabi.

WHY LIWA
Liwa is having beautiful virgin deserts and so you can truly live and feel authentic desert life in UAE.
LIWA IS FOR
- Nature lovers.
- Desert lovers.
- Desert Adventure and Desert Sunset.
- Sand dune bashing, camel rides, and Camel farm visit.
TIPS FOR ROAD TRIPS FROM DUBAI | Weekend Road Trips From Dubai – Best Weekend Getaways In UAE

- All the listed activities in this article are outdoor and adventurous. Being UAE a hot country, all road trips are worth doable in winter.
- Roads are extremely safe to drive and Google Maps works perfectly fine.
- Sometimes you don’t find petrol bunks very close to one another, so it is better to take the proper fuel when you start.
- Take lots of fresh foods and water with you as you will find some food stops in between but not many.
- Take proper shoes, swimwear and hiking gear as some of the activities are adventurous.
- If you are staying in these locations for a night or two, then book your stay in advance as these luxury stays are very popular and beautiful so it can be expensive or full during the peak times of winter.
- If you are crossing the UAE border to visit nearby Omani destinations then check your visa status and carry passport for stamping.
- Though many locations are lonely and not people are seen but they are extremely safe for solo travelers and even for females too.
- All staycation in the above listed places are very luxurious and have many activities for adventure lovers and family friendly too.
- Some staycation resorts also have live entertainment but it depends on the timings like special events, festival days or weekends. Check their facebook page before booking your staycation resort.
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- Dubai Itinerary for all tastes and budgets
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- Dubai Beaches.
- Traditional Shopping in Dubai.
- Dubai Street Art Tour.
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Gosh! It all looks so idylic and so much to do to cover and action packed weekend!
Great choices for weekend road trips from Dubai! I have done some of them but not to Ras Al Khaimah, and Liwa. I love your pictures. Hatta Dam and Hajar Mountains look beautiful! My favorite road trip was to Fujeirah. 🙂
This was a very informative post. Had no idea there were so many interesting things to do in UAE. It’s one of the places I would love to visit.
There was so much to do in Dubai, we only did one excursion for a night in the desert. But great to know that there are so many options for day trips from Dubai! I would definitely want to visit the Hajjar area. So fascinating to find large water reserves in such a desert area. But then a green oasis like Al Ain might also be fascinating. The beaches in Dubai were jam packed. Maybe a visit to Marjan Island for the beach might be better. I will keep this post for a return visit. And plan more day trips!
You would love some offbeat day trips from Dubai as they are very less crowded and very beautiful with unique natural landscape too.
I’m amazed at how much there is to do when you travel just a short distance from Dubai! The deserts are mesmerising. I’d love to do some of these activities, although camels don’t particularly like me from past experience!
This post makes me so nostalgic. Having spent my childhood here, I did manage to get to most of these places. In fact all, save the lake. I have some wonderful memories of Hatta and Khor Fakkan. I loved the beach in the latter the most. Thanks for sharing this
Now these places have developed a lot as compared to your childhood, like having world’s longest zipline, adventurous trails and hikes surrounding these natural places.
So interesting. Never knew about these weekend trips from Dubai. Certainly changes how I think about a trip to Dubai. Liwa desert and other places look great.
You would love this Dubai and its nearby attractions.
Wow! Great blog site you have. Packed with great information and fantastic photos. Will follow on all SM!
Cheers!
Thanks for liking the blog and finding it useful.