Escaping city life can be good for the soul. Getting out into nature means a change of pace, time to relax and recharge, and an opportunity to explore beautiful surroundings.
Craving the great outdoors and looking for a weekend getaway? Ras Al Khaimah is just a short drive from Dubai and its airport, and it can offer everything you need for a peaceful, nature-filled escape from the hustle and bustle.
Whether you’re looking for mountain adventures with friends, a place to make memories with family, or a blissfully romantic location, Ras Al Khaimah has all you need. Here are some ideas for a perfect weekend itinerary.
Mountain Adventures: Ras Al Khaimah’s Best Spots
For outdoors enthusiasts and adrenaline seekers, the mountains offer many attractions. Ras Al Khaimah is home to the Hajar mountain range and the UAE’s tallest peak, Jebel Jais.
Feeling energetic? You can reach Jebel Jais’ summit at 1,934 metres via a range of hiking trails or by bike on its smooth tarmac roads. Once there, the viewing decks reward you with both beauty and satisfaction as you look back over your route.
There’s much more to Jebel Jais with attractions that can also be reached by car. You can:
Or, for an even more incredible view of the mountains, as well as the desert, coast and mangroves, you could book a flying experience at Jazirah Aviation Club.
Recommended Accommodation for Mountain Adventurers
While here, why not spend the whole weekend immersed in nature? There are two accommodation options in the mountains particularly suited to those with adventurous spirits, although Ras Al Khaimah’s luxury hotels and beach resorts are a just short drive if you prefer.
Camp 1770, taking its name from its altitude, is the highest campground in the UAE. It’s the perfect place to enjoy the wilderness with friends old and new, sleep under a blanket of stars and get a head start on a Jebel Jais summit sunrise.
At Bear Grylls Explorers Camp, you can learn survival skills in a challenging environment. The instructors at this fun camp, suited to novices and families, will push you to embrace new experiences. Simple cabin accommodation is provided.
A Romantic Weekend in Ras Al Khaimah
Ras Al Khaimah has so many beautiful places for couples to explore and enjoy each other’s company.
A visit to Jebel Jais can take you high above the rest of Ras Al Khaimah for mesmerising views of the mountains, desert and coast. You can take a gentle walk, scenic drive or take part in one of the more exhilarating activities described above. For a memorable meal, 1484 by Puro is the perfect dining location on Jebel Jais, with astounding scenery and world-class food.
Down at the coast, at Suwaidi Pearls you can learn all about the tradition of pearl farming in a tranquil lagoon setting. Perhaps you will find your very own Arabian pearl, the perfect memento of your weekend together.
Other romantic locations to meander around include Al Jazeera Al Hamra, where you can soak up the past in this abandoned fishing village, and Dhayah Fort. This hilltop fort is one of the best places in Ras Al Khaimah for sunset views.
Recommended Accommodation for Romantics
The Maldive-inspired overwater villas at Anantara Mina Al Arab are the ideal romantic hideaway. With private dining or a choice of six restaurants and bars at the resort, you are set to be spoiled all weekend.
The secluded The Ritz-Carlton, Ras Al Khaimah Al Wadi Desert resort also offers couples uninterrupted time together in the most beautiful setting. There’s a choice of contemporary accommodation or luxury tented villas nestling in the dunes. While away your weekend dining under the stars, admiring the sunset, and taking a dip in your villa’s private pool.
A Weekend of Family Fun in Ras Al Khaimah
With 64 kilometers of coastline and some incredible coastal resorts, you might want to spend your weekend getaway in Ras Al Khaimah exploring its water-based attractions. Many family resorts in Ras Al Khaimah have great pools and private beach access.
If you would like to leave your resort, there are enough public beaches, water sports centers, and boat tours to have a fun-packed weekend. Take your time to explore other sections of this blog. Many of the activities already mentioned, like the Bear Grylls Explorers Camp, Suwaidi Pearl Farm and the activities on Jebel Jais, are bound to be a big hit with both kids and adults alike.
Recommended Accommodation for Families
The best family resorts in Ras Al Khaimah include:
All can offer you amazing coastal views, beach and pool access, family-friendly dining options, kids clubs, and much more for the perfect weekend escape with your loved ones.
The Perfect Weekend Getaway in Ras Al Khaimah
With so much to see and do in Ras Al Khaimah, plus so many peaceful hotels to choose from, this part of the UAE makes the ideal weekend escape from the city. Start planning your adventures in Ras Al Khaimah today.
