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Ras Al Khaimah travel guide

Mountains, all-inclusive beaches and the world's longest zipline

Jebel Jais mountain road. Photo: wilhelmtittes, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

7h 15mflight from London
RKTnearest main airport
34° in Julwarmest month
20° in Jancoolest month

Ras Al Khaimah is the northernmost emirate, an hour from Dubai, with beaches, desert and the Hajar Mountains. Jebel Jais, the UAE's highest peak, has the world's longest zipline.

It's popular for all-inclusive beach holidays at lower prices than Dubai.

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What Ras Al Khaimah is known for

  • Jebel Jais

    The UAE's highest mountain.

  • The Jais Flight

    The world's longest zipline.

  • Resorts

    All-inclusive beach hotels.

  • Dhayah Fort

    A hilltop fort above palm groves.

Top things to do in Ras Al Khaimah

  1. 1

    Jebel Jais

    Drive up for cool air and big views.

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  2. 2

    Jais Flight zipline

    Fly almost 3km across the mountains.

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  3. 3

    A desert camp

    Dune drives and dinner in the desert.

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  4. 4

    Dhayah Fort

    Climb up for views over the palms.

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Where to stay in Ras Al Khaimah

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Best time to visit Ras Al Khaimah

Best value: Apr, Oct. November to March: warm and sunny. The mountains are cooler.

  • Best valueGood weather, smaller crowds
  • PeakBusiest, highest prices
  • QuietCheapest, cooler or wetter
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Getting there and around

About 7h 15m from London to RKT, and flights from most UK airports.

Hire a car or use taxis. Shuttles run from Dubai airport.

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Good to know

  • Ras Al Khaimah has its own airport with some UK charter flights.
  • Mountain temperatures can be 10°C cooler.
  • Book the zipline ahead.
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Ras Al Khaimah FAQ

How far from Dubai?

About an hour by car.

Is it good for families?

Yes, with calm beaches and big resorts.

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