The Dabah Expedition is a full-day, point-to-point journey linking the rugged canyons of northern Fujairah to the agricultural heartlands of southern Ras al Khaimah. This route is a hidden gem of the Hajar, combining sedimentary gorges, oasis farms, and traditional mountain villages.
Starting from Wadi Dahir, just opposite the historic Al Henna trail, hikers descend through smooth sedimentary canyons and pass farms shaded by date palms. The path then weaves through a series of back-road villages, connecting Wadi Busserah and Wadi Sena, where traditional stone houses and terraced fields still dot the landscape.
The trail’s most demanding section comes in the final hours, with a steep climb up and over a ridge before dropping into Wadi Sidr and finishing in the expansive basin of Wadi Ar Ar, with distant views toward Tayyibah. This is a route for experienced hikers ready to explore a rarely traveled cross-emirate corridor.
Difficulty: Expedition Level 4/5
Key Highlights:
- 1 day trek
- Segement 8 of the Trans Emirates Trail - Fujairah to Ras al Khaimah ( (Masafi/Northern Fujairah to Southern Ras al Khaimah via wadi Sena)
- Wadi Dahir / Al Henna Trail: Historic canyon trailhead with sedimentary formations and smooth descents.
- Wadi Busserah & Wadi Sena: Traditional villages, terrace farms, and traces of early settlement.
- Wadi Ar Ar Basin: Broad gravel wadi linking northern Fujairah and southern RAK.
- Wadi Sidr Ridge Ascent: Steep technical climb and descent over a mountain saddle with panoramic views.
- Tayyibah Region: Cultural backdrop of one of RAK’s greenest and most storied agricultural areas.
Technical Features:
Canyon descents, ridge scrambling, scree, and navigation across remote wadi systems.
- 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).
