Best Things to do in Fujairah (2025)

Fujairah is one of my favourite escapes in the UAE, especially when I’m in the mood for adventure. From off-roading through rugged mountains to hiking scenic trails or diving into colourful coral reefs, there’s plenty to do.

Whether you want an exciting adventure, a family-friendly activity, or a peaceful camping trip under the stars, Fujairah’s diverse landscapes have lots to offer. Here’s a quick guide to the best things to do in Fujairah, featuring some of my top picks and ideas to inspire you for your visit to the emirate. Click through to links for more in-depth information.

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⏳ Short on time?: My top recommendations for your trip to Fujairah include:
⛰️ Fujairah Adventure Park
📍Recommended Tours:
⛴️ Scuba-diving with optional pick-up from Dubai
🚙 Day trip to Fujairah from Dubai
🛏️ Where to Stay
🏖️ Le Meridien Al Aqah

Best Things to Do in Fujairah

Fujairah Adventure Park

Fujairah Adventure Park is a hub for sports and outdoor lovers in the UAE. It offers hiking, biking, climbing, kayaking, archery and more in a scenic setting of mountains and water.

Adventure Park Fujairah is home to 20 kilometres of hiking trails with varying difficulty levels, 15 kilometres of mountain biking trails, and a unique asphalt pump track. Visitors can also enjoy wall climbing, kayaking, archery, axe-throwing, and the latest addition, a giant swing!

The park also offers a designated camping area with barbecue facilities and bonfire spots. Whether you’re looking for excitement or a peaceful retreat in nature, Fujairah Adventure Park has something for everyone, making it one of the best places to visit in Fujairah.

This image features a scenic view from Fujairah Adventure Park, overlooking rugged mountain terrain with a wooden MBT path leading into the landscape. The foreground includes bright orange railings, and in the distance, modern buildings and an airstrip can be seen under the soft light of sunrise or sunset. The setting combines natural beauty with urban proximity, offering an ideal spot for outdoor enthusiasts.

Scuba-diving at Dibba

Fujairah is a fantastic spot for scuba diving, with vibrant coral reefs and an array of marine life in the Gulf of Oman. Popular dive sites like Dibba Rock and Fujairah Snoopy Island offer chances to see turtles, reef sharks, and colourful fish, making each dive unique and one of the best things to do In Fujairah.

Several dive centres provide guided dives and PADI courses, perfect for both beginners and experienced divers and most can also provide equipment.

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This underwater image showcases a scuba diver exploring a vibrant coral reef. The diver, equipped with a tank and yellow fins, glides gracefully over colorful corals teeming with marine life, surrounded by the clear blue waters of the ocean. The scene captures the beauty and tranquility of aquatic exploration.

Dine at Umbrella Beach

Umbrella Beach in Fujairah has a wide range of restaurants, cafes and food trucks. Some open all day through to the evening while others open a bit later. Choose from Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, American, Fusion and more.

During the day, you can enjoy the view over the landscaped gardens and out to sea and at night, the fountains, walkways and garden lit up and, of course, the huge umbrellas!

I love the lively atmosphere, the murals depicting heritage scenes and the Jersey ice cream at Al Rumailah Farm.

This image showcases Umbrella Beach in Fujairah at night, with a vibrant illuminated fountain glowing in blue as its centerpiece. The scene is adorned with string lights and palm trees wrapped in decorative lighting, creating a lively and festive atmosphere. Visitors can be seen enjoying the outdoor seating area, highlighting this spot as a popular evening destination.

Hiking

Fujairah offers some of the UAE’s best hiking spots and Fujairah Adventures has created trails for all levels. For families and beginners, trails like the Seven Summits or the Al Bidya Hiking Trail provide gentle terrain and great views. Popular family-friendly options with an element of nature also include Wadi Abadalah and Wadi Ghona, which offer scenic, manageable routes perfect for a relaxed day outdoors with younger ones.

More experienced hikers can take on challenging routes throughout the emirate, with options to go with friends or join either a paid or free group. The Fujairah hiking season runs from late October or November through to late March or early April. For more details on hiking routes across the UAE, check out my blog post, Hiking in the UAE.

This image showcases a rugged hiking trail in Ain Al Sheria, Fujairah, UAE, with a carefully stacked stone cairn in the foreground. The surrounding landscape features dramatic red and brown rocky mountains, sparse vegetation, and a clear blue sky, reflecting the arid and striking terrain. The scene captures the spirit of adventure and the natural beauty of the region.

Follow Al Bithna Heritage and Nature Trail

Just a few minutes from the fort is a short nature trail which will make a good stop-off with young ones (or old ones!). It’s just off the Masafi-Fujairah highway, so it’s one to combine with other activities on a day out.

Learn about the history of the area as well as local nature as you follow the loop around. It’s a gentle walk that anyone can do. You can also visit the fort or do the hike while you’re there too.

This image depicts a rugged mountain landscape along the Bithna Nature and Heritage Trail in Fujairah. It features rocky terrain dotted with scattered green shrubs and trees, under a bright blue sky. The path winding through the scene adds a serene and natural feel to the setting.

Go Deep-sea fishing

Fujairah is a top spot for deep-sea fishing and a number of operators offer private charters complete with equipment and experienced captains. The best season for fishing is October to May, when conditions are ideal.

Whether you’re an experienced angler or a beginner, deep-sea fishing in Fujairah promises an exciting day out on the water. Look out for operators such as Soolyman Sportfishing and Adventure Sports and Al Hamoor in Sambraid.

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This image captures the thrill of deep-sea fishing, showing two fishing rods mounted on the back of a boat with vibrant lures attached. The boat leaves a foamy wake as it speeds across the deep blue ocean under a clear sky, creating a dynamic and adventurous scene. The image reflects an exciting outdoor activity perfect for fishing enthusiasts.

Dibba Mountain Park and Resort Activities

Dibba Mountain Park and Resort in Fujairah, between the dramatic Hajar Mountains and the Arabian Sea, is an ideal spot for both adventure and relaxation. It is also perfect for a halal or sober vacation.

The resort has a range of options, from cosy rooms to private chalets with pools, perfect for unwinding. For those looking for excitement, there’s zip-lining, archery, and even an obstacle course. They also have a restaurant and a sheesha lounge perched on a mountaintop. You don’t have to be a guest to use the facilities.

With its mix of natural beauty and outdoor activities, Dibba Mountain Park is a great choice for a weekend escape or just a visit on a day trip to Fujairah. Book Dibba Mountain Park and Resort.

pool and sky lounge on mountain Dibba Mountain Park Fujairah

Book a Vacation in Fujairah

Fujairah is a fabulous place for a few days away from busy life. You can choose to stay in the town to visit local attractions or use it as a base for exploring nearby areas outside the city. The Palace Resort gives you both the convenience of town and the luxury of a beach and sea or mountain view.

If you’d rather be away from the city, there are lots of great places to stay in Fujairah, including hotels, Airbnb apartments and even farms. Whenever I’ve stayed in a hotel in Fujairah, I’ve chosen to stay at Le Meridien Al Aqah, close to Dibba on the northern coast. It’s comfortable, has a great beach, pools, activities and good restaurants. Personally, I’ve always booked the deluxe room with a sea view but you can check out the other options too.

You can find lots of Airbnb-type places online or farm stays, mostly on Instagram, but some are also on booking platforms. I’ve stayed at Al Qalaa Lodge in Al Tayyibah a couple of times and loved its traditional feel and gorgeous views.

Take a look at the map below to find the best places to stay in Fujairah with availability and pricing.

This image captures a luxurious beachfront resort in Fujairah, featuring a large pool surrounded by palm trees, lounge chairs, and shaded seating areas. The resort opens up to a sandy beach and clear blue ocean, with vibrant greenery and well-maintained landscaping enhancing the tropical ambiance. The scene reflects a relaxing vacation destination with a blend of leisure and natural beauty.

Do a Fort Trail

Fujairah has many forts across the emirates, some going back thousands of years, some hundreds of years and some more recent. Start with Awhala Fort in the southern then drive up to Al Hayl Fort and old village. Next, head up to Fujairah Fort in the middle of the city.

From here, either head inland, stopping at Al Bithna Fort and onto Masafi Fort, or keep going north, stopping at Sakamkam Fort, Al Bidya Watchtowers and ending at Dibba Fort. If you’re heading back west after that, you could make a detour and add in Habhab Fort.

This image captures Awhala Fort in Fujairah, showcasing its traditional stone architecture, including a circular watchtower with the UAE flag atop. A historical cannon is displayed near the entrance gate, alongside an informational sign about the site. The fort is surrounded by a paved pathway, metal fencing, and desert vegetation under a clear blue sky, emphasizing its cultural and historical significance.

Off-roading in Fujairah

Fujairah is a fabulous place for off-roading in wadis, across plains, between and up mountains. The scenery is stunning with a variety of rock formations and colours. Look out for donkeys, goats and camels too and along the way and you might even see some beehives in some areas.

The eastern side of Fujairah is flanked by south Ras Al Khaimah and, in some parts, the Emirate of Sharjah, so you may find yourself going between the emirates. You’re unlikely to notice, and you’ll often not know for sure which emirate you’re in. One of my favourite areas for driving off-road is around Wadi Kub, Wadi Sidr, Wadi Asimah, Wadi Al Aim and Wadi Sena (a mix of Fujairah and RAK.)

Many of these tracks are also accessible for sedans as long as you don’t mind bumpy roads and the occasional bit of gravel flying around. It’s a decision everyone has to make for themselves. Do watch out if the track starts to narrow though as you may not be able to turn around. There are also many paved roads you can also drive on through the mountains.

A fairly easy route, which includes a gravel track and paved road and passes through Fujairah and Ras Al Khaimah, is from the Fujairah Highway towards Esfai, then across to the Kalba Rd S102. I have this route and some others on my Wikiloc.

This image features an off-road trail winding through a rugged desert landscape with rocky hills and scattered greenery, likely in Fujairah. The red and brown tones of the rocky formations contrast beautifully with the blue sky and white clouds above, creating a picturesque outdoor setting. The scene suggests an adventurous route for exploring or off-roading enthusiasts.

Fujairah Camping

I like to be away from the crowds, so to me, the best camping in Fujairah is combined with off-roading to find remote, quiet spots but you can also find places not too far from the roadside and easily accessible for all vehicles, such as near Masafi and Awhala.

The most popular Fujairah camping spots though seem to be at the beach. Dibba Family Beach opposite Snoopy Island is the most popular but it can get a bit busy as places for beach camping in the UAE are becoming more restricted. The views are fabulous though with the Indian Ocean on one side and the Hajar mountains on the other and camping has to be one the best things to do in Fujairah for free!

Will you choose Fujairah beach camping or a more remote mountain spot?

This image showcases a serene landscape with rolling desert hills and sparse greenery under a bright blue sky. The area is dotted with small bushes and acacia trees, likely depicting a potential camping spot in Fujairah. The scene reflects the peaceful and open terrain characteristic of the region.

Attend a Fujairah Event

Fujairah city often holds events, especially on Eid Al Ittihad (Union Day) and the other Eid holidays. These can include military parades, aerobatic shows, performances and street stalls. They’re usually held along Fujairah Corniche but you may find other events at Umbrella Beach and occasionally other locations.

Other events that take place include sports events like Fujairah Run and Tough Mudder, and Arabian Horse Championships. One I like to attend is the Arabian Horse Beauty Championship at Fujairah Fort. There are also occasional cultural events like art shows.

This image shows a gray Arabian horse being showcased in an outdoor arena at a horse beautychampionship, likely in Fujairah, UAE. The setting includes white tents in the background, a small audience seated in red chairs, and banners promoting the event, with people observing the presentation and scenic mountains in the distance.

Wrap-up on the Best Things to Do in Fujairah

Fujairah is a magnet for adventure seekers and nature lovers, offering a wide range of activities to suit everyone. Whether you’re hiking scenic trails, diving into colourful coral reefs, or heading off-road into the rugged mountains, Fujairah’s landscapes and experiences make it a truly unforgettable destination.

To complete your trip, why not explore some of the emirate’s cultural and historical gems as well? Check out my guide to the Best Places to Visit in Fujairah for a mix of popular attractions and hidden treasures that are well worth adding to your itinerary. Whatever you choose, Fujairah promises an enjoyable and memorable escape from the everyday. Happy exploring!

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