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Hatta has recently emerged as one of the best day trips from
Dubai not only for camping but also for adventure enthusiasts.
About 1.5 hours away from the bustling city lies this really cool spot
which not only offers the visitors a chance to enjoy some peace
and calm amidst the rugged mountains but also an opportunity
to indulge in activities such as kayaking, boating, archery, hiking,
zorbing and what not! It qualifies as one of the best camping
spots in the UAE because of several reasons - ample overnight
camping options, beautiful landscapes, exquisite sunrises and a
wealth of activities that can keep you busy and entertained for an
entire day!

While Jebel Jais is yet another camping location that takes the
trophy for one of the most iconic places to pitch the tent if you’re
a fan of mountainous landscapes and adventure activities (after
all, its the highest mountain peak in the UAE), what it lacks is
access to a water body and this is where Hatta out ranks Jebel
Jais. Hatta is home to the popular Hatta Dam which is built over a
lake where one can kayak/ boat. Apart from that, there are smaller
artificial lakes so if you’re a fan of lakeside camping, you will not
be disappointed. With several designated spots where you’ll find
ample camping enthusiasts barbecuing into the night, camping
in Hatta not only makes sense but comes highly recommended!

Hatta is slowly becoming the adventure capital of the UAE. One
of my favourite things to do here is kayak at the Hatta Green Lake.
it is certainly not cheap but the experience is worth it. The views
from the dam above are nothing short of spellbinding but the
quiet waters are best navigated in a kayak or paddle boat. Don’t
underestimate the size of the lake though, it can get really tiring
to go from one end to the other. However, if you do land up in the
middle of the lake, to tired to paddle your way back, just signal for
the coat guard and help will be on its way!

There are a lot of other adventure activities in Hatta that you
can try out. Not far from the Hatta Dam (or the green lake) is
Hatta Wadi Hub and here are some really cool activities you can
experience here:
The ‘Hatta Drop-In’: be prepared to land into a plunge pool after
sliding down/ tubing from a height of 15 meters (don’t forget to
bring your swim wear for this)
The ‘Cannon/ Slingshot’: It’s the ultimate adrenaline rush to be
catapulted at a speed of nearly 100 kmph; the perfect activity for
adventure junkies
Zorbing: This is probably the only outdoor zorbing experience in
the UAE
Other activities like Axe Throwing, Archery, Trampoline

The Musandam
The Musandam Governorate is a mountainous Omani peninsula
projecting into the Strait of Hormuz, separated from the rest of the
country by the United Arab Emirates. Its jagged coastline features
fjordlike inlets called khors, and its waters are home to dolphins
and other marine life. Dhow cruises are a popular activity.

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