Hatta Safari & Honey Bee Garden Visit
Emirate of Dubai, Dubai
Discover the breathtaking beauty and hidden culture of Hatta, an inland exclave of Dubai situated high in the Hajar Mountains. Enjoy the landscape with a picnic, try sandboarding, and learn all about the local honey-making process.
This private half-day desert and Hajar Mountains tour from Dubai suits travelers interested in nature, culture, and adventure activities like sandboarding.
Highlights
- Experience sandboarding on desert dunes
- Visit Camel Rock and Fossil Rock
- Learn about honey-making and beekeeping
- Choose between shared group or private tour options
Description
Begin your tour with a drive east through the desert interior toward Hatta, observing changing landscapes from open desert to dunes and rocky foothills of the Hajar Mountains. Your private tour allows flexibility to focus on sights that interest you.
Explore Hatta’s historical trading settlement and natural rock pools nestled in the mountains. Enjoy a picnic breakfast before visiting Jebel Maleihah, also known as Fossil Rock, named for the ancient marine fossils found in its slopes.
Next, visit the Honeybee Garden to discover local beekeeping and honey production. The tour finishes with a visit to Hatta Dam, traveling through the dramatic Hajar Mountain scenery.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off by private vehicle
- Dune driving experience
- Light refreshments: coffee, water, soft drink
- Picnic breakfast box
- Sandboarding
- Honeybee Garden entrance fee
- Hatta Dam visit
Excludes
- Gratuities
Important Information
- Departure between approximately 6:00 and 6:30 AM
- Children aged 5 years and under are not permitted
- Vegetarian meal options available; notify at booking
- Schedule subject to change due to government decisions, public holidays, weather, or similar conditions
- Summer temperatures (June–September) may reach 42–45°C with high humidity; take precautions
- Tour duration is 4–5 hours excluding approximately 60–90 minutes of transit time to and from Dubai
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation available up to 24 hours in advance.
Book early to secure your preferred departure time. Wear comfortable clothing and bring sun protection and water for the outdoor activities.
