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The Hatta sign is now officially the world's tallest landmark sign
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Hatta reopened for its sixth season on September 15. All photos: Dubai Holding
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There are plenty of activities on offer, including the bug plunge, pictured
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Hatta is popular with mountain bikers
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Damani Lodges offers a mountain lodge experience in the heart of Hatta
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Stunning mountain views from the terrace at Damani Lodges
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The Hatta Dam is a sight to behold
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Go kayaking at the Hatta Dam
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The Sedr Trailer Park has reopened
Zorbing is on offer
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Have a go at axe throwing
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An aerial view of Hatta Dam
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Visitors can also try their hand at archery
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The new aerial adventure park has more than 39 platforms and 66 elements to conquer
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The domes at Hatta Resorts is another accommodation option
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Yoga activities by the dam
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Rock climbing is available
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There's a zip-line in Hatta, too
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Caravans are also available to book
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The Hatta sign is now officially the world's tallest landmark sign
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Hatta reopened for its sixth season on September 15. All photos: Dubai Holding
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There are plenty of activities on offer, including the bug plunge, pictured
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Hatta is popular with mountain bikers
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Damani Lodges offers a mountain lodge experience in the heart of Hatta
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Stunning mountain views from the terrace at Damani Lodges
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The Hatta Dam is a sight to behold
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Go kayaking at the Hatta Dam
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The Sedr Trailer Park has reopened
Zorbing is on offer
![](https://thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/TI3PZSQSEFFNTANF7AVBL3DBQQ.jpg?smart=true&auth=9f3b2b5d62828012601a7f70d7ca685bbd02e3eae0ff31be114fd6efa5139d49&width=400&height=225)
Have a go at axe throwing
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An aerial view of Hatta Dam
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Visitors can also try their hand at archery
![](https://thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/NVBJ5FJHBZDTBFUQS6A3BHANGM.jpg?smart=true&auth=c21be63fa84463b357fbb5f0a4074e5182e0d8bbca1f7a9e157e3444872610d2&width=400&height=225)
The new aerial adventure park has more than 39 platforms and 66 elements to conquer
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The domes at Hatta Resorts is another accommodation option
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Yoga activities by the dam
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Rock climbing is available
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There's a zip-line in Hatta, too
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Caravans are also available to book
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The Hatta sign is now officially the world's tallest landmark sign
Hatta reopens in Dubai with new aerial adventure park
The mountain lodges, caravans, trailers and glamping tents return, alongside a range of activities
Katy Gillett
15 September, 2023
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