Top Five Road-Trip Destinations within the UAE
A road-trip really is the best way to witness the sun-soaked wonder of UAE’s urban sprawl and its natural landscapes. By renting a car, you can select a vehicle that matches your style and personality. Perhaps you want to rent Porsche Dubai and drive underneath the looming presence of the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa. Or maybe you’d rather find a Range Rover for rent and take a drive to the mountainous range of Ras al Khaimah? You can find these vehicles here. Get your backpack stocked with supplies and choose your very best travel buddy. Here are five must-do road-trip destinations within the UAE:
Fujairah
Drive along with the glorious mountain range of Fujairah and stop in at the quaint villages and townships along the way. A popular scuba-diving hot spot, Fujairah is a 184km drive from Dubai. Fujairah boasts the historical Fujairah Fort, as well as the famous Sheikh Zayed Mosque.
Liwa
The renowned Liwa Oasis is the birthplace of the rulers of Dubai and Abu Dhabi. A 292km drive from Dubai, the road to Liwa takes you on an endless stretch of winding peaks and troughs through an untamed desert landscape. Once you’ve arrived at your destination, stop in at the Liwa Forts, or choose to stay a night at the Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort.
Dibba
Dibba is a 130km drive from Dubai and is situated on the Gulf of Oman. Its location takes in the sights of a breathtaking mountain range that oversees the blue waters of the ocean. Dibba is famous for the Portuguese-built Fortress of Kuriyat and presents the ideal location to get in a spot scuba-diving.
Ras Al Khaimah
Situated 113km from Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah is home to famous landmarks such as the Dhayah Fort – which is the tallest hilltop fort in the UAE – and the Ras Al Khaimah National Museum. Ras Al Khaimah presents a unique opportunity for travelers looking for an adventure. There’s a range of activities to participate in including paragliding and water sports.
Jebel Hafeet
No list of road trips in the UAE would be complete without the iconic Jebel Hafeet Mountain Road – affectionately known as the Greatest Driving Road in the World. Jump in your Range Rover and experience a drive along the winding roads that have been carved out of limestone rock. But be warned, this drive is not for the faint-hearted, as it takes you on a journey across the UAE’s second-highest peak.