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Hiking Tour in Abu Dhabi
For a full day of adventure, journey to the imposing Jebel Hafit mountain, Abu Dhabi’s tallest peak about an hour and 30 minutes from the city in Al Ain, for a hike.
Then, make a splash at Wadi Adventure, home to the region's first man-made white-water rafting channels. There’s also kayaking, a surfing wall, wakeboarding, a swimming pool, splash pool and aerial adventure course, including a 200-metre-long zip line and four-metre-high giant swing.
Later, rev things up at the Al Ain Raceway, an impressive motorsports venue with a 1.6km go-karting track, which is Arabia’s largest.
Highlights
1 day
Car
45 KMs
Jebel Hafit
Highlights
1 day
Car
45 KMs
Jebel Hafit
What to expect
Day 1 highlights
Number of stops
3
Transport
Car
Total Distance
45 KMs
Duration
11 Hrs
Journey to Abu Dhabi’s tallest peak, Jebel Hafit in Al Ain, for a hike, then enjoy a host of exciting watersports at nearby Wadi Adventure and, finally, top things off with a dose of speed at the Al Ain Raceway, with its 1.6km go-karting track.
Stop 1
Recommended Time: 3 hours
For incredible sunrise and sunset photos, as well as majestic views of Abu Dhabi’s lush garden city of Al Ain, head to the top of Jebel Hafit mountain (also known as Jebel Hafeet). Rising to a height of 1,249 metres, this skyline-dominating peak is Abu Dhabi’s highest, and the UAE’s second tallest. Reach the summit of this rocky mountain by car, motorbike or, if you have the stamina, bicycle.
Standing guard on the borders of Oman, this Al Ain mountain has been weathered over millennia, with significant fossil discoveries made in the area being vital pieces in the jigsaw that makes up the city’s ancient history.
Once described by edmunds.com (the automotive information online source) as being “among the world’s greatest driving roads”, once you’ve reached the top and soaked up the breathtaking views, you can head over to the nearby Mercure Grand Jebel Hafeet Hotel for a meal.
Al Ain Adventure Park
Stop 2
Recommended Time: 4 hours
Al Ain Adventure Park is a fantastic family-friendly adventure park that sits at the base of the majestic and history-rich Jebel Hafit mountain, Abu Dhabi’s tallest peak, about an hour and a half away from the city in Al Ain.
Home to the Middle East’s first man-made white water rafting channels, measuring 1,100 metres in length and perfect for rafting and kayaking, Al Ain Adventure Park also has a surfing wall, wakeboarding facilities, swimming pool and splash pool. Action fans will love the park’s exhilarating aerial adventure course that includes an 18-obstacle, two-level airpark, 1,200-metre long zip line, vertical climb line and 14-metre high giant swing.
This venue is also a great option for team building and corporate events, with the Summit Events Centre providing a versatile space for meetings and even birthday parties. Sports professionals from around the world regularly visit the park, which also provides training programmes and complete packages including accommodation and airport transfers.
Day entry costs AED 65 for adults (above 1.2 metres tall), and AED 45 for children.
Al Ain Raceway
Stop 3
Recommended Time: 3 hours
Aside from motorsports, cricket, soccer, paintball and other fun, family-friendly activities, the Al Ain Sportplex is home to the 1.6km Al Ain Raceway, Arabia’s largest go-karting track.
Host to major international events, including the Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals, the biggest annual event on the global karting calendar, this fully floodlit circuit features three distinctive configurations, providing an exhilarating challenge for drivers of all abilities. Open to the public, speed lovers can hone their skills in top-of-the-line Intrepid branded rental karts.
A fantastic venue for team building and other corporate events, exclusive use of the circuit needs to be booked in advance.
Stop 1
Jebel Hafit
Recommended Time: 3 hours
For incredible sunrise and sunset photos, as well as majestic views of Abu Dhabi’s lush garden city of Al Ain, head to the top of Jebel Hafit mountain (also known as Jebel Hafeet). Rising to a height of 1,249 metres, this skyline-dominating peak is Abu Dhabi’s highest, and the UAE’s second tallest. Reach the summit of this rocky mountain by car, motorbike or, if you have the stamina, bicycle.
Standing guard on the borders of Oman, this Al Ain mountain has been weathered over millennia, with significant fossil discoveries made in the area being vital pieces in the jigsaw that makes up the city’s ancient history.
Once described by edmunds.com (the automotive information online source) as being “among the world’s greatest driving roads”, once you’ve reached the top and soaked up the breathtaking views, you can head over to the nearby Mercure Grand Jebel Hafeet Hotel for a meal.
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Frequently asked questions about hiking.
Where can I hike in Abu Dhabi?
Al Ain’s Jebel Hafit mountain is the ultimate destination for hikers looking for a unique adventure. The mountain is the tallest peak in Abu Dhabi and is located just an hour and 30 minutes from the city.
Where can I hike/trek in UAE?
If you want to venture out of Abu Dhabi, the UAE is packed with amazing landscapes for hiking. Dubai is home to Hatta, in the Hajar mountains with hills, wadis and lakes to explore. Further north, Ras Al Khaimah has Jebel Jais, the UAE's tallest peak and perfect for hiking around.
Are there Canyons in the UAE?
Canyons are known as wadis in the UAE and the landscape is covered with them. Here, mountainous areas meet the running waters of rivers to oases offering up amazing vistas.
Are there natural waterfalls in Abu Dhabi?
Wadi Bih is where you'll find the most famous waterfall in Abu Dhabi.