Fun activities to do when visiting Jebel Jais - the highest peak in the UAE

Written By رنا السيلاوي on 2021/10/14

This article was written originally in Arabic and is translated using a 3rd party automated service. ArabiaWeather is not responsible for any grammatical errors whatsoever.

Weather of Arabia - The Emirate of Ras al-Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates is famous for its series of mountains on its northern borders, which includes the highest peak in the country, the "Jebel Jais" summit, which rises about 1934 meters above sea level.

 

Jebel Jais is part of the magnificent Al Hajar mountain range that was formed more than 70 million years ago, the largest part of which is located in the north of the Sultanate of Oman, and the other part is located in the north of the UAE.

 

Features of Jebel Jais

In addition to the fact that Jebel Jais has the highest peak in the Emirates, it has breathtaking views and an exciting adventure atmosphere. It is a spacious haven for recreation away from the summer heat, where temperatures drop more than ten degrees Celsius than at sea level.

 

And dotted between the mountains isolated villages and many farms that benefit from rain water to produce fruits and vegetables and raise livestock. In recent years, these mountains have witnessed rare snowfall twice a year, which has planted a lot of joy in the hearts of the local residents.

 

Fun activities to do when visiting Jebel Jais

camping

Nothing beats a weekend when you are covered in a curtain of stars and the scent of nature at the highest peak in the UAE smells of nature. Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and bring your camping gear for a fun evening at Jebel Jais.

 

Observation Deck Park

Viewing Deck Park in Jebel Jais is the perfect place to relax and unwind. The park has seven viewing decks with twelve binoculars offering fantastic views of the Arabian Gulf and valleys of the Hajar Mountains, all from 1,250 meters above sea level.

Visitors can watch tourists experience Jebel Jais Flight, and can also enjoy refreshments and snacks from Express Restaurant and Moose Café in the food truck area.

 

mountain bike adventure

The peak of freedom you feel while enjoying a mountain bike ride high in the mountains. The winding road that rises with the folds of Jebel Jais gives you the opportunity to witness the enchanting views of the highest peak in the Emirates, and definitely don't forget the water bottle and helmet before you head on to your next adventure.

 

Hiking trails in Jebel Jais

Hiking trails filled with diverse mountain ecosystems rich in stunning scenery will take you along with gentle mountain goats and mountain donkeys, the hiking adventure includes six trails in Jebel Jais, a cumulative distance of 16 km with varying levels of difficulty. Jebel Jais.

 

 

This article was written originally in Arabic and is translated using a 3rd party automated service. ArabiaWeather is not responsible for any grammatical errors whatsoever.


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