Enchantingly secluded at the foothills of the Wadi Fai mountains, this loop trail is named after the henna trees historically cultivated in this area. The abundance of water in this region and the fertility of the land make it so that palm, citrus, mango, and ghaf, the UAE’s national tree, abound.
The beautiful pools and springs along the Al Henna Trails quickly catch the eye, with some milky blue, and others crystal clear. The beautiful mix of contrasting colors, with their blend of turquoise, gray, and tan, is perfect for the enthusiastic photographer. This trail is also a wonderful opportunity to explore the region’s diverse animal life, including toads, fish, snakes, and even camel spiders. The hike itself is not too strenuous, but there is some time spent in the dry canyon and some steep areas.
- 6:30 AM: meet at the ADNOC gas station in Fujairah and convoy to the trailhead
- 7:30 AM: Begin hike
- 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Finish hike
Long trail with exposure to sun. Some incline, uneven terrain, scrambling sides of the canyon and waterways at points, loose rocks, hazardous species.
[Beginners add 2, Experienced hikers subtract 2 to difficulty]
N.B. Itinerary starting times serve as a guide only and is subject to change due to seasonality variations experienced the UAE. Meet up times corresponding to each event can be found under Upcoming Dates below and will be confirmed at least 24 hours before the start of the hike.
- 6:00 AM: meet at the ADNOC gas station in Fujairah and convoy to the trailhead
- 7:00 AM: Begin hike
- 09:00 AM – 10.00 PM: Finish hike
Long trail with exposure to sun. Some incline, uneven terrain, scrambling sides of the canyon and waterways at points, loose rocks, hazardous species.
[Beginners add 2, Experienced hikers subtract 2 to difficulty]
N.B. Itinerary starting times serve as a guide only and is subject to change due to seasonality variations experienced the UAE. Meet up times corresponding to each event can be found under Upcoming Dates below and will be confirmed at least 24 hours before the start of the hike.
- Experienced and certified mountain guide (English speaking)
- Outdoor education, Assistant Guide/s
- First Aid
- Hat
- Backpack
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- 1-2 liters of water (DEC – MAR) | 2-3 liters of water (for the rest of the months).
- Salted snacks and/or fruit for a few hours of hiking with a little extra.
- Hiking boots or trainers with good grip/not worn out.
- Shorts or comfortable hiking pants/leggings.
- T-shirt light pullover for sun protection/warmth in the morning/evening.
- Trekking poles (optional to help with balance or mitigate fatigue).
