Wadi Al Far may seem like a simple little hiking route starting out near the base of Jebal Jais but in reality it is a muscle-burner that challenges you and requires you to dig deep and use all of your strength to make it up and even more so, down. This wadi was a first-time … Continue Reading
A small team of hardy Adventure Emarat hikers headed north from Dubai to the rugged terrain and mountains of Wadi Naqab. The goal was to climb up to Baqal Village, which sits at 850 meters above sea level. The hike started at 140 meters ASL so the hike would see us ascend more than 700 … Continue Reading
Wadi Showka is a great area with its rugged mountain terrain, deep cut wadis, and pristine seasonal pools. It has everything to make any outdoor person get excited. Friday night it was the scene for Urban Ultra’s first trail running event of the 2016/17 season. I believe there were more than 200 competitors running in … Continue Reading
This Saturday saw a team of 12 dedicated adventurers convene for what would be a test of stamina, endurance, will, and spirit. Our meeting time was 5:30am and the meeting point was a quarter of the way up Jebal Jais in Ras al Khaimah. As such, we needed to be out of bed by 2:30am … Continue Reading
This adventure was an overnight camp in Wadi Naqab followed by a hike up to Yanis Village the next morning. The eight overnight campers (plus one puppy, Bilbo) found a secluded and peaceful spot in the wadi not too far from the road. It was an enjoyable evening of BBQ and pleasant chit-chat around the … Continue Reading
