Discover the breathtaking beauty and hidden culture of Hatta, an inland exclave of Dubai situated high in the Hajar Mountains. Enjoy the landscape with a picnic, try sandboarding, and learn all about the local honey-making process.

About this activity

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Duration 5 hours: Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide: English
Pickup included: Pickup from centrally located Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman hotels.
Small group: Limited to 5 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

Alexandrea – Canada

Transportation was good and our guide was great! Would have been cool to walk around Hatta a bit more. Nice that they provided lunch

Michelle – United Kingdom

Our guide was the best. Very informative and so lovely to spend the trip with.

Itinerary

6 pickup location options:
Bur Dubai, Dubai Marina, Downtown Dubai, Deira, The Palm Jumeirah, Jumeirah
Hatta
Visit (30 minutes)
Hatta
Breakfast (10 minutes)
6 drop-off locations:
The Palm Jumeirah, Deira, Jumeirah, Bur Dubai, Dubai Marina, Downtown Dubai

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

Try the fun of sand boarding along the dune's slopes
Visit Camel Rock and Fossil Rock
Learn about honey-making and beekeeping
Choose between a shared group or private tour

Full description

Start your half-day trip into the desert and the Hajar Mountains with a drive eastward through the desert interior. On the way, let your guide know if there are any sights that you want to see more of during your trip; your tour is private, so the schedule can be tailored to your wishes.

As you head toward Hatta, watch as the landscapes change from open expanses to dunes, and then to the rocky foothills of the Hajar Mountains. Learn about Hatta from your guide and see an old trading settlement and rock pools nestled into the mountain slopes.

Stop to enjoy a picnic breakfast and continue to Jebel Maleihah, nicknamed Fossil Rock after the ancient marine fossils embedded in its slopes. The Honeybee Garden is your next stop in Hatta where you learn all about the fascinating art of beekeeping and honey-making. Afterward, make your way through the imposing Hajjar mountains to Hatta Dam.

Includes

Pickup and drop-off from your hotel by private vehicle
Dune drive
Light refreshment (coffee, water, soft drink)
Picnic breakfast box
Sandboarding experience
Honey Bee Garden entrance fee
Hatta Dam visit

Gratuities

Not suitable for

Children under 5 years
Pregnant women
People with back problems
People with heart problems
Wheelchair users

Important information

What to bring

Camera
Weather-appropriate clothing

Not allowed

Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

Departure time is between approximately 6 - 6:30 AM
Children aged 5 years old and under are not allowed to join
Vegetarian options are available, please advise at time of booking if required
The local tour operator reserves the right to cancel any part of the scheduled programs because of government decisions, public holidays, weather conditions, or other similar circumstances
Guests visiting the UAE during the Summer months (June – September) are advised that peak daytime temperatures sometimes reach 42 – 45 degrees Celsius and humidity levels can also exceed 90 percent during this period, it is recommended that guests take adequate precaution
The duration of the actual tour takes 4 – 5 hours, but driving time from your Dubai hotel and the return drive may take another 60 – 90 minutes depending on traffic conditions and time of day

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