Even though the UAE has mesmerizing natural beauty, it seldom competes with the city lights and high standards of living in all forms of tourism. The following are some cool ways to experience nature in UAE and enjoy its variety at the same time.
Camping in the Liwa Desert
Liwa Desert camping gives one an unparalleled experience of letting nature into one’s blood and really escaping the city crowd. It is an area provided for camping pitched under quiet black starry nights, resting on gigantic sand dunes, along with perhaps Bedouin food and tour among the specially adaptive desert flora and fauna.
- Address: Liwa Desert, Abu Dhabi
- Timings: Open year-round
- Number: +971 2697 0000
Khor Fakkan Kayaking
Khor Fakkan is UAE’s eastern coast where the sea views are incredible and teeming with life. Carry a kayak with you and paddle your way through the crystalline waters while discovering hidden bays and beaches. This will put you in touch with the sea and sometimes, lucky under mountains.
- Address: Khor Fakkan, Sharjah
- Timings: Daily from 8 AM to 6 PM
- Number: +971 6534 7777
Nature Inland Walks in Dubai Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary
Ras Al-Khor Wildlife Sanctuary, which lies just around the corner of the city, is a much less frequented area by nature enthusiasts and bird-watchers. A sanctuary hosting over 450 different wildlife representatives which include everything from flamingos to migratory birds, coupled with a well-developed corridor for passage of visitors. Get informed with the local habitats by merely choosing guided tours.
- Address: Ras Al Khor, DubaiConnect with
- Timings: 7 AM to 5 PM (Saturday to Thursday), 9 AM to 5 PM (Friday)
- Number: +971 4289 9600
Exploring Hajar Mountains
These mountains offer wonderful scenery for outdoor activities. Try mountaineering or canyoning in Wadi Shab or Wadi Bih in addition to trekking. They pump maximum adrenaline while displaying stunning views of the eroded topography.
- Address: Hajar Mountains, Fujairah
- Timings: Open year-round
- Number: +971 9224 5555
Al Ain Oasis
An opening into the agricultural heritage of the place, Al Ain Oasis is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Get inside and wander through palm groves and see how the old falaj irrigation system worked. This peaceful atmosphere creates an alternative history of the area while sipping lemonade under fresh shade from palm trees.
- Address: Al Ain, Abu Dhabi
- Timings: 8 AM to 5 PM (Daily)
- Number: +971 3713 7777
Scuba Diving in Fujairah
Fujairah is one of the Dubai nature places where you will find the most famous diving and most water activities, as well as have some of the best dive sites in the whole of the UAE. Every moment in the corals and sea creatures will be lovely for you. Guided dive with the teacher and enjoy it in the amazing and breathtaking underwater world living in the ocean of things in the Emirates.
- Address: Fujairah City, Fujairah
- Timings: Daily diving trips available
- Number: +971 9202 3040
Eco-Tours with a Local Theme
Engage in eco-tours that give the community a life in terms of being sustainable and conserving its cultures. Everything from local farms, wildlife rehabilitation centers, and conservation efforts may be included in such tours. Such participation at the local level raises the need for upkeep of the natural environment.
- Address: Various locations across the UAE
- Timings: Varies by tour
- Number: +971 4340 0000
Conclusion
From camping under the stars to kayaking in serene waters or trekking in the mountains, these varied activities give you the opportunity to discover and bond with nature in Dubai and across the UAE. Appreciate the natural beauty that the Emirates has to offer, making every experience unique, and let the views exude charm and soothe your spirit.
