The hot temperature may put a crimp on your plans to do as many fun things as possible this summer, but it doesn’t have to, especially when you make Ras Al Khaimah your destination.
Temperatures in Ras Al Khaimah tend to be cooler in the summer because it’s surrounded by mountains and the Arabian Gulf. The terrains and sea breezes give the emirate refreshing, comfy weather conditions.
There are also plenty of great things to do in Ras Al Khaimah in the summer that you can enjoy without worrying about feeling hot and uncomfortable.
If you’re looking for a way to beat the heat this summer, plan your holiday in Ras Al Khaimah.
How to Beat the Heat in Ras Al Khaimah This Summer
Here are some of the fun things to do in Ras Al Khaimah to stay cool during the summer:
1. Enjoy different water sports and activities.
Ras Al Khaimah is known for its mountains but also has its fair share of beaches. As such, you can enjoy plenty of water sports and activities here.
Here’s a look at some of the places offering the best water sports, activities, and experiences here:
Anantara Mina Al Arab, Mina Al Arab
This family-friendly resort is known for the best mangrove kayaking in Ras Al Khaimah. It also offers a variety of motorized and non-motorized water activities, such as:
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Pedal boating
- Jet skiing
- Flyboarding
- Jet boarding
- Kneeboarding
- Water skiing
- Jet car rides
- Donut and banana boat rides
- iAqua
You can also go on a boat, yacht, or fishing cruise if you want to explore the Arabian Gulf.
Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island
Located on a Ras Al Khaimah beach, this resort’s water sports center offers paddleboarding, kayaking, and other exciting motorized adventures.
InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Resort & Spa, Mina Al Arab
The oceanside resort gives you full access to a white sand beach with clear blue waters perfect for stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, and swimming.
Pullman Resort Al Marjan Island
Pullman Resort Al Marjan Island provides guests with a wide selection of water sports in Ras Al Khaimah, such as:
- Kayaking
- Stand-up paddle
- Jet skiing
- Flyboarding
- Wakeboarding
- Water skiing
- Banana and donut rides
- Fishing and abra trips
There’s something for everyone at this waterfront resort.
Adventure Sports, a provider of water sports in Ras Al Khaimah, has partnered with DoubleTree by Hilton Marjan Island, Hampton by Hilton Marjan Island, and Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah to offer different water sports and activities on their beaches. These include:
- Kayaking
- Scuba diving
- Open water diving
- Snorkeling
- Deep sea and sports fishing
- Water skiing
- Hobbie pedal stand-up paddleboarding
- Parasailing
- Flyboarding
- Fly fish ride
- Wakeboarding
- Donut ride
EcoBlue Tours boat tours and yacht charters offer eco-friendly water activities. Aboard the vessel, you can go deep-sea fishing or enjoy a sunset cruise with a barbecue dinner. You can also go snorkeling and diving while on these tours.
These water sports and activities are supervised by trained professionals and use well-maintained equipment. As such, you can stay safe as you enjoy them even if it’s your first time.
2. Cool down at a waterpark.
If you want to combine fun, adventure, and cooling down, head to one of Ras Al Khaimah’s waterparks.
Jungle Float, located at DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island, is the emirate’s largest inflatable waterpark. It features trampolines, tube slides, rope swings, and high dives, all designed to give you endless fun.
Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island also has its own waterpark, which was built by Wibit. It has different slides and obstacles suitable for guests of all ages, even young kids since it is fully supervised.
These waterparks offer an exciting and refreshing respite from the usual water sports and activities.
3. Dive into indoor adventures.
Indoor activities also abound in Ras Al Khaimah, even if the emirate is known for its outdoor ones. If you don’t want to go outside for a bit of fun this summer, make your way to these places:
Fly Zone
This trampoline park in Al Qawasim boasts different obstacle elements that test your endurance while having an enjoyable time. These include a ninja course, a rotating beam, and a Valo Jump.
Flipped
This popular Manar Mall attraction is another must-visit trampoline park. It has features for guests of all ages, including a toddler play area for younger kids, a foam pit and a trampoline for older ones. The smash room is perfect for parents and everyone who wants to release some pent-up energy.
Tridom
Tridom is a theme park in Ras Al Khaimah. It’s the ultimate indoor entertainment complex teeming with rides and attractions, such as Air Racer, Drop ‘N Twist, Crazy Gliders, Super Spin, and the Hello Kitty Fun House. Families can also play the latest video and classic arcade games here.
Plan on spending an entire day at these places with your family to try every attraction and ride.
Indulge in icy treats.
Ice cream cones, iced coffees, fruit smoothies, and other cool treats are must-haves during the summer. They offer a quick, satisfying way to refresh your body and mood.
When you’re in Ras Al Khaimah, you can indulge in both classic and unique icy treats. If you’re at Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island, treat your taste buds to one or more of their signature ice creams. All flavors are made of the finest ingredients to give you a decadent experience.
If you want a taste of history, drop by Ashuk Ice Cream. It’s one of the city’s oldest and most popular ice cream shops. Its signature cold treat – a mango, pomegranate and apple sundae topped with crushed pistachios and strawberry syrup – is an all-time favorite ice cream in Ras Al Khaimah.
If you like your daily fix of caffeine cold instead of hot because of the warm temperatures, visit Nut Café & Lounge, Space Café, Hoof Café, One More Coffee, and the Common Room are excellent options.
You’ll love the wide selection of iced coffee drinks, other beverages, pastries, and more tasty treats at these coffee shops.
5. Escape to the mountains.
The best way to escape the heat this summer is to enjoy a getaway in the Jebel Jais Mountains, where the temperature is 100 Celsius lower.
Relax and enjoy afternoon tea or a full course meal at 1484 by Puro, the highest restaurant in the United Arab Emirates. If you want to experience the great outdoors while having a great meal, fill a basket with your favorite treats and beverages and have a picnic at the Jais Viewing Deck Park.
You can also go hiking to explore the mountains and breathe clean, fresh air. Cycling is another way to see the sights of Jebel Jais and have a more exciting workout.
While here, let out your adventurous side at Jais Flight, the world’s longest zipline, and Jais Sky Tour.
Take your summer getaway to the next level by camping at Camp 1770 or joining the Bear Grylls Explorers Camp.
The cooler temperature of Ras Al Khaimah means you can enjoy every minute of your summer holiday, whether you spend it indoors or outdoors.
Explore other great summer activities in Ras Al Khaimah on our Things to Do page.
