Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority

St 11 RAKTDA OfficeAl Marjan Island P.O.Box 29798

Why Choose Our Destination?

Travellers looking for a destination with year-round sunshine, sweeping white sandy beaches, soft adventure and world class resorts are invited to Ras Al Khaimah, the northernmost Emirate of the United Arab Emirates located just 45 minutes away from Dubai International Airport. Ras Al Khaimah is a unique destination for visitors of all ages, thanks to its diverse landscapes and distinctive excursions that have enticed guests over the years. This rising emirate boasts of beautiful and dramatic mountains, red sandy deserts and lush green plains indented by a series of creeks and lagoons. It has a rich heritage, dating back 7,000 years, which manifests in numerous historical sites, forts and abandoned villages. Ras Al Khaimah offers a variety of entertainment and relaxation facilities including exclusive Hotels & Resorts, international cuisine restaurants and selective spas, all at great value for money. Located on the beaches, mountains as well as the desert, these luxurious Resorts do full justice to the natural beauty of Ras Al Khaimah. The emirate is also a haven for exceptional Spas that are prominent in resorts like the Ritz-Carlton Desert Al Wadi, Hilton Resort & Spa and Marjan Island Resort & Spa by ACCOR hotels. Indulge yourself in the Rainforest spa a healing water oasis in the AL Wadi desert, that combines European hydrothermal culture with Middle Eastern bathing rituals, creating a rejuvenating sanctuary. With a wide range of adventure and sport activities covering Mountain adventures, Desert camps, Golf courses and Watersports, the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah presents an ultimate outdoor experience for tourists.

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Avstånd från flygplats

Ras Al Khaimah International Airport
11.18 mi. från stadens centrum
Dubai International Airport
52.82 mi. från stadens centrum

Abu Dhabi International Airport
155.34 mi. från stadens centrum

Lokala sevärdheter

Jais Flight

Rekreation

87 km bort

Jais Flight is the longest zipline in the world at 2,83km. Soar across jagged mountain peaks and swoop through deep ravines at hair-raising speeds of up to 150 kmph. Three minutes of adrenaline-pumping adventure at 1680 metres above the Arabian Gulf will leave you with a once-in-a-lifetime sense of superhero magic. Jais Flight is located atop the cloud-piercing Jebel Jais mountain peak in Ras Al Khaimah, the northern-most Emirate in the UAE.

Jebel Jais

Ras Al Khaimah, AE

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National Museum of Ras Al Khaimah

Museum

28 minutes bort

To celebrate the Emirate’s history, The National Museum houses an impressive collection of archaeological and ethnological artefacts for visitors to explore. Archaeological excavations reveal that advanced trading civilisations have existed in this region since 5000 BC. Over 1000 individual archaeological sites and antiquities are scattered around the Emirate, which is a testament to its ancient origins. Ras Al Khaimah’s location was a strategic link for trade with Mesopotamia between 5500 and 3800 BC. In addition, ancient records show that Ras Al Khaimah inhabitants travelled to India, China and Zanzibar during the 10th century.

National Museum of Ras Al Khaimah

Ras Al Khaimah, AE

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Suwaidi Pearls

Historiska landmärken

30 minutes bort

Visitors to Ras Al Khaimah can embark on a fascinating journey aboard a traditional pearl fishing boat. From the original fishing village in Al Rams, your tour will begin as your guide explains the importance of the shallow bay and its protective mangroves. He will impart courageous stories of the fishermen, the diving techniques that they once practised, and explore the various tools they used from the trader’s box ‘bish-takh-tah’. Next, you will discover the innovative scientific techniques used in modern-day pearl farming and explore The Suwaidi Pearls farm, located on the floating pontoon. Finally, visitors can open their oysters and see if they hit the jackpot and find their very own Arabian pearl to take home and treasure. Suwaidi Pearls Farm practices an environmentally friendly system to protect the marine environment. The farm is basic, simple, authentic, and powered by solar panels.

Suwaidi Pearls Farm

Ras Al Khaimah, AE

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Jais Sledder

Rekreation

85 km bort

The Jais Sledder sits comfortably on a low-slung track. You’ll reach up to 40 kilometres per hour as you hurtle down the Hajar mountain range swerving through glorious panoramas with views of the spectacular coastline. The speed seems amplified ten-fold because you are sitting so close to the ground. The fully-controllable ride takes about eight minutes to cover 1,840 exhilarating metres of hairpin curves and undulating waves.

Jebel Jais

Ras Al Khaimah, AE

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Al Jazirah Al Hamra

Historiska landmärken

15 minutes bort

Al Jazirah Al Hamra is the only remaining historical pearling village in the entire Gulf region; the rest were demolished with the discovery of oil. Al Jazirah Al Hamra translates from Arabic to mean Red Island. With the discovery of oil, its inhabitants left the Al Jazirah Al Hamra village between 1968 and 1971. The open-air museum is unmanned, so precaution is advised. Many of the buildings are in ruin or in a state of disrepair. Visitors are asked not to climb on or venture into the buildings; they may be unstable. It is prohibited to remove anything from the protected site and recommended that you only visit during daylight hours for safety reasons

Al Jazirah Al Hamra

Ras Al Khaimah, AE

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Bear Grylls Explorers Camp

Rekreation

68 km bort

The Bear Grylls Explorers Camp is located in the mountainous northern Emirate, Ras Al Khaimah. Each explorer-instructor is highly skilled and trained in survival techniques practised by world-honoured Bear Grylls OBE. During your stay in his Ras Al Khaimah camp, his team will equip you with the essential life skills, techniques and attitudes needed to survive the wilds of the mountains and desertlands.

Bear Grylls Explorers Camp

Ras Al Khaimah, AE

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Dhayah Fort

Historiska landmärken

40 minutes bort

Dhayah Fort, a castle-like structure, is on the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List and stands proud amidst the arid mountains and fertile date wadis of northern Emirate Ras Al Khaimah. The fort forms the centre of this lush oasis and boasts spectacular views from the mountains across palm trees and verdant lands to neighbouring Oman and down to the sea.

Dhayah Fort

Ras Al Khaimah, AE

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Sonara Camp Al Wadi

Rekreation

25 minutes bort

Following the same award-winning concept as its sister venue in Dubai, this stunning desert hideaway is set in the grounds of the Ritz Carlton Al Wadi in the beauty of the Arabian wilderness, with herds of Oryx and Gazelle, and the elusive Arabian Red Fox as dinner companions. Guests can opt for the Sunset Package, enjoying delectable appetizers, soft drinks and a full spectrum of entertainment and activities to cater for every guest. From camel rides to sandboarding, volleyball and a spectacular sunset Falcon show, Sonara is sure to delight.

Sonara Camp Al Wadi

Ras Al Khaimah, AE

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