Following the highway to Mleiha and past the red sand dune mountains of Faya, lies Wadi Al Lyat, a hidden gem awaiting exploration in Southern Ras al Khaimah. Wadi Al Lyat is one of three main dams in the area, which also includes the renowned Shawka Dam. A covered picnic areas along the highway sit at the foot of the wadi and the surrounding hills of Jebel Halah.
Embark on a hiking adventure unlike any other, as the wide valley cater to beginners looking to explore the waterways or occasional wildflowers that sprout along the pathways. Refreshing water streams offer moment of contemplation against the neighboring desert's barren terrain. Find solace in the serenity of Wadi al Lyat, where every step fosters mindfulness and relaxation.
N.B: Please see the tentative itinerary for this trail including scheduled dates, below. Kindly note that details such as elevation, meet up times, location, trail info etc., serve as a guide only and that ECC Adventures has the right to cancel or change these dates and itinerary as required without any prior notice.
Final details related to each event will be confirmed with those who have booked online, at least 24 hours before the start of each hike via a WhatsApp group chat created closer to the time of the hike. So, please ensure that you receive the most-up-to-date itinerary before joining the hike.
Example itinerary:
Day Hike
- 7:00 AM: Meet for check-in and convoy to Wadi al Lyat
- 7:40 AM: Begin the hike
- 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM: Finish Hike
Some incline, slippery areas, uneven terrain, scrambling sides of the canyon and waterways at points, hazardous species.
[Beginners add 2, Experienced hikers subtract 2 to difficulty]
Sunset Hike
- 3:00 PM: Meet at the ADNOC| Taybah (656) Mleiha Sharjah gas station, convoy to Wadi al Lyat once registration has been completed
- 3:40 PM: Park vehicles, brief introduction and begin hike
- 5:10 AM - 5:40 PM: Finish Hike
Some incline, slippery areas, uneven terrain, scrambling sides of the canyon and waterways at points, hazardous species.
[Beginners add 2, Experienced hikers subtract 2 to difficulty]
N.B. Itinerary details 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).
