Ras Al Khaimah Travel Guide

Those fortunate enough to have already experienced Ras Al Khaimah will have taken away memories of the Emirate’s stunning beaches. While Ras Al Khaimah is a relatively small state with a diminutive coastline, its beaches are gorgeous, sandy and unspoilt and its clear blue seas make it a match for any Mediterranean resort.

However, the Emirates has much more to offer than mere sand and sea, as an upward glance at the majestic Al Hajjar mountains will confirm. The dramatic juxtaposition of red-duned desert and rocky mountain creates a stunning backdrop for those wanting to trek into the rustic villages for a closer look at its inhabitants and their way of live. From Hajjar Mountains you will have fantastic view of Ras Al Khaimah.

Those who wish to dig deeper into Ras Al Khaimah’s past can visit any of the Emirate’s numerous historical landmarks, such as the Dhayah Fort, Sheeba’s Palace, Falayah Tower or the Ras Al Khaimah National Museum.

Those who like their scenery a little more prosaic can capitalize on the lush greens of Ras Al Khaimah’s growing number of golf courses.

The warm, unpolluted waters of the Arabian Gulf are a haven for snorkelers and divers, which contain shipwrecks and coral reefs.

Amidst the thousands of tuna, adventurous swimmers will discover numerous protected marine species, such as dolphins, turtles, migrating whales and a resident colony of dugongs – plump grey mammals also known as sea crows.

Beach seekers will also enjoy Ras Al Khaimah’s climate. While the Emirate boasts year-round sunshine, things get really hot between June and August, with temperatures regularly hovering just below 40C. Rainfall is non-existent during this period.