Beaches & parks
Hatta Day Trip
Mountains, kayaks and cooler air
Photo: Abu Isa, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
Highlights
- Kayaking on Hatta Dam
- Hiking and mountain-bike trails
- Hatta Heritage Village
Hatta sits in the Hajar Mountains, about 90 minutes by road from central Dubai. Its turquoise dam is popular for kayaking, and there are marked hiking and mountain-biking trails, a heritage village and lodges for an overnight stay.
Hatta is part of Dubai, but the road passes near the border with Oman; carry your passport or Emirates ID.
Good to know
- Carry your passport or Emirates ID.
- Start early; trails get hot by midday.
Location
Hatta Day Trip
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