Family Activities in the UAE and Oman

From AED 430.50 Wadi Helo or ‘Sweet Wadi’ has been nominated for inclusion in the list of Unesco World Heritage sites. With a history going back thousands of years wadi Helo is one of the oldest continuously habited areas in the region. The wadi has been the site of many archeological digs over the past few decades, guests can still see where researchers have marked out their grids for exploration. We believe this trek to be one of the most scenic in UAE.   Our trek starts near the entrance to the wadi. We begin with an uphill trek to view the first of the small watchtowers that guarded the verdant wadi below. Our path continues down into the wadi bed where we find numerous terraced fields with their stone retaining walls. Further on we reach the most impressive ruins at the centre of the ancient village. A pre-Islamic tomb, watchtower, graveyards, mosque, wells and many small houses can be found on either side of the natural water course. The most impressive of all is the house of Eissa Al Thabbahi, built around 1900, it contains many rooms and a staircase that led up to a tower. Remnants of intricate plasterwork can still be seen on the walls of this important site.   We continue our trek up to our next watchtower to the west of the wadi. Once at the top you’ll enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and farms and down to the old village below. A second small watchtower can be reached by following a ridgeline before the descent back to the wadi below.

From AED 430.50 This is an easy walk suitable for families with children. The trek is mainly flat with just 3 hills to climb for the views across the wadi and down to a number of camel farms. Walking is mainly on wide gravel tracks. At certain times of year this wadi is filled with thousands of butterflies. We are unlikely to come across anyone else in this wadi making it perfect for enjoying the birdsong from Wheatears, BulBuls, Bee-eaters, Sand Franklins, Thrushes and other native species.

From AED 430.50   Starting at the historic Al Rabi Tower this family friendly half day trek follows the new Al Rabi Mountain Trail to the summits of Mount Shees and Mount Al Rabi at 395m the highest point along UAE'S East Coast . Although steep in parts, this trail enjoys wonderful views along the coast and across to Shark Island.  

From AED 315 Description Our Secret Beach trek takes place just south of Al Luluyyah, overlooking the towns of Khorfakkan and Al Luluyyah. The hike starts and finishes at the Sweifa Beach Mountain Park. From the park we follow a path up into the mountain. Once we reach the summit, there is time for a short break before we follow the ridgeline with spectacular views and descend down onto the Secret Beach. We will stop here for a while for people to dip their toes, or more into the water if they desire before following our tracks back to the start point. Duration 2-3 hours depending on the individual fitness levels of the group. Participants can reasonably expect their adventure completed and back to the hotel with 3 hours. Following the hike there is the option to visit the Al Bidya Mosque, one of the oldest mosques in the UAE, built from mud and stone. Expectations This is a moderately taxing trek; the terrain is smooth but steep in places, along a single-track pathway. Our trained guides will be on hand throughout to help you along the route, point out sites of interest and to educate on the local flora, fauna and local area. Our guides all hold a minimum of Level 3 Outdoor First aid Certificate, and will have full communication with our base camp should any additional assistance be required. The minimum age for this adventure is 8, but all participants should be able to hike confidently over steep and sometimes rough terrain unaided for at least 3 hours.

From AED 210 A family trek suitable for all ages, the trek will last up to 2 hours with views overlooking Fujairah and farms at the rear. We start flag park and make our way up to each of the Seven Boomah, which translates to owl. As each of these watchtowers gives a 360 view.  

From AED 430.50 The Abundant Wadi trek takes place just south of Al Halah in Fujairah.  Following a stunning wadi full of life to natural pools where you will find frogs, lizards and even fish.