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What to do in Ras al Khaimah
Wondering what to do in Ras al Khaimah? Just about everything!
Ras al Khaimah is a very diverse emirate and stretches from the northern border with the Omani enclave of Musandam to the south bordering on mainland Oman.
It’s famous for its spectacular mountains and hiking trails but also has desert, mangrove forests, green plains, desert plains, oases, beaches and lots of fun from a family picnic spot or quiet beach to the longest zipline in the world and a Bear Gryll camp.
In short, it really does have something for everyone. Adventure, tranquility, history, great food, art, wilderness, luxurious hotels, you name it, Ras al Khaimah has it.
There are a lot of exciting developments coming up in Ras al Khaimah too, so watch this space!
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What to do in Ras al Khaimah – a few options for you in and around RAK city
Flamingo Beach
Al Jazeera al Hamra old village, fort and beach
Al Qassimi Palace – allegedly haunted house
Jazeera Aviation Club – learn to fly or take an aerial tour over Al Hamra
Kayaking with Challenging Adventure
Glamping – RAK Glamping and more
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What to do in Ras al Khaimah emirate outside the city
Rams – pearl farm visit, mangroves, fishing village, Museum of Beautiful Times, Dhaya Fort, old buildings, beach, mountains – Book Suwaidi Pearl Farm Tour
Khatt – scenic mountains, old villages and houses, hiking
Jebel Jais – scenic mountains, old villages and houses, hiking, ziplines, camping, food trucks, play, picnic – Book Jebel Jais Zip line
Al Hamra Mall – shopping, dining, play
Wadi Ghalila – scenic mountains, old villages and houses, hiking
Shaam – scenic mountains, old villages and houses, beach
Shimal – scenic mountains, old villages and houses, archeological sites
Soraya Island – beach, camping
Wadi Naqab – hiking
Yanas Mountain – hiking, scenery, drive
What to do in Ras al Khaimah South
Al Ghayl, Adhen, Wadi al Aim and Wadi Asima – where mountains and desert meet, walking, off road driving, picnic
Flower Farm, Asima – winter only, see the lush flower fields, buy fresh and dried flowers (take me to the map)
Wadi Shawka – hiking, picnic, off road (take me to the map)
Huwaylat Family Park (take me to the map)
Copper Hiking Trail (take me to the map)
Ras al Khaimah is also a great base for a trip up to Musandam, Oman
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