Jebel Hafeet

“The United Arab Emirates has many fantastic attractions, and Jebel Hafeet represents one of the best. This article provides a quick overview of Jebel al Hafeet and the surrounding area”

Jebel Hafeet Mountain

The Jebel Hafeet mountain range is home to the city of Abu Dhabi's third-highest summit. The roads in this area are among the most beautiful in the territory. Its peak is located at an elevation of around 4,000 feet, or 1200 meters (Jebel Hafeet height). Al Ain, United Arab Emirates, is home to several natural and cultural beauties, including the towering Jebel Hafeet. Towards the west, you'll find the expansive Al Ain Zoo, home to many unusual species. The Hili Fun City amusement park in the east is an excellent place for the family to have fun. 

The neighboring Al Ain Oasis, with its verdant flora and old falaj irrigation system, provides a tranquil escape. The Hili Archaeological Park also displays artifacts from the Bronze Age, revealing the area's long history.

Jebel Hafeet Timings

The gates of Jebel Hafit Desert Park open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. During the summer, when temperatures in other areas of Dubai soar past 45 degrees. Temperatures here are far less warm than in other parts of the UAE, which is not to say they are comfortable. Winter is the best time to visit Jebel Jafeet and revel in its beauty. The winter months bring cold weather. There is also a chance of foggy skies.

Jebel Hafeet National Park

This new park in Al Ain, Jebel e Hafeet Desert Park, highlights Abu Dhabi's highest mountain's breathtaking scenery and historical value. In 2020, the landmark finally opened to the public. Campfires, camel rides, horseback riding, bike rentals, and nature hikes are just a few activities for visitors. It is also possible to take photographs of Jebel e Hafeet and its surroundings.

Things to Do at Jebel Hafeet

Activities abound in Jebel Hafeet, allowing guests to make the most of their time there.

You can also visit Green Mubazzarah. This region of Al Ain was left untouched by urban renewal. This is why so much of it has survived until the present day. Date palms grow in the oasis of Al Ain, surrounded by baked clay walls. Another best thing is the Al Ain museum. Your query of what happens to the objects unearthed near the hive tombs has an answer. The Al Ain Museum covers the city's history, beginning in the bronze age and continuing until the 20th century. A span of 7500 years is quite remarkable.

Qasr Al Muwaiji is also a great place to take pictures since it is typical of the mud-brick architecture used across the area. It's square in shape and has a broad entryway with surveillance towers at every point.  What you see when you look up to Jebel Hafeet at night will blow your mind. As the sun sets, the mountain is converted into an amazing view by the dazzling lights of the neighboring cities. It's hard to describe the magic and mystery of a night when the lights of the skyscrapers provide a stunning contrast to the sky above.

Jebel Hafeet Grand Mercure Hotel

The Mercure Grand Jebel Hafeet Hotel is a mountainous beauty hotel with 124 rooms and suites 3,000 feet above Jebel Hafit. The property is in a peaceful mountainous environment, devoid of traffic and pollution, and provides guests with every amenity they want during their holiday.?

Frequently Asked Questions

There are various reasons why Jebel Hafeet is special. The Neolithic graves of Jebel Hafeet, which date back between 8000 and 5000 years, are the primary reason.

It is situated in the Tawam area on the border separating the United Arab Emirates and Oman.

Yes, it is free, but if want something special You may pay Dhs55 for supervised hiking or Dhs120 for a horse-drawn vehicle to take you there.

Yes! Picnicking or barbecuing at any pull-off areas along the drive up the hill or near hot water pools is a terrific way to spend a day in Jabal Hafeet.