Adrenalin-fuelled pursuits at Hatta Wadi Hub include zip-lining, trampolining, paragliding and mountain biking. Photo: Dubai Holding
Adrenalin-fuelled pursuits at Hatta Wadi Hub include zip-lining, trampolining, paragliding and mountain biking. Photo: Dubai Holding
Adrenalin-fuelled pursuits at Hatta Wadi Hub include zip-lining, trampolining, paragliding and mountain biking. Photo: Dubai Holding
Adrenalin-fuelled pursuits at Hatta Wadi Hub include zip-lining, trampolining, paragliding and mountain biking. Photo: Dubai Holding

Ramadan at Hatta Wadi Hub: iftar boxes, staycation deals and discounted activities


Hayley Skirka
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Hatta Resorts and Hatta Wadi Hub has extended its season until May 15, and is open throughout Ramadan for the very first time.

For the holy month, several of the most popular activities at Hatta Wadi Hub have been discounted, with lower rates on everything from archery and zip-lining, to trampolining and horse riding.

Hatta Drop-In, a water jump park, with a crazy jump, crazy slide, drop-in donuts and drop-in tracks remains open this Ramadan
Hatta Drop-In, a water jump park, with a crazy jump, crazy slide, drop-in donuts and drop-in tracks remains open this Ramadan

Activities start at only Dh10 during Ramadan for access to the Big Plunge, a huge trampoline geared toward adults who want to let their inner child bounce free.

The Net Walkway — a suspended canopy-covered footbridge — is also only Dh10 for each 15-minute visit, and is a great way to take in the rugged mountainous Hatta landscape.

Times for activities at Hatta Wadi Hub have also been adjusted for Ramadan, with most of them open in the morning from 8am until noon, then closing in the afternoon. The majority reopen in the late afternoon, with a few, such as archery and axe-throwing, staying open late until 9.30pm.

Other adrenalin-fuelled pursuits, including four-wheel off-road electric scooters, paragliding and mountain biking, are open throughout the day.

The Hatta Cannon catapult has closed for the month and will remain shut until the next season opens, which is typically around October each year.

Ramadan glamping and camping in Hatta

Hatta Dome Park is open for stays this Ramdan with reduced rates. Photo: Dubai Holding
Hatta Dome Park is open for stays this Ramdan with reduced rates. Photo: Dubai Holding

If you fancy spending the night at one of the unique on-site accommodations in Hatta, you can look forward to receiving iftar boxes suitable for two adults and two children, and served directly to your room or trailer.

Ramadan overnight offers at the resort’s dome-shaped tents, Airstream trailers and rustic lodges also include free Wi-Fi and late checkout until 4pm, subject to availability.

Rates start from Dh750 per night at Sedr Trailers Resort, rising to Dh950 per night for bookings at Damani Lodges Resort or Hatta Dome Park. Overnight guests also get a 40 per cent discount on outdoor activities during Ramadan.

Iftar boxes will be delivered to guests spending the night at the Hatta Sedr Trailers Resort mountain escape this Ramadan. Photo: Dubai Tourism
Iftar boxes will be delivered to guests spending the night at the Hatta Sedr Trailers Resort mountain escape this Ramadan. Photo: Dubai Tourism

Camping at Hatta Wadi Hub remains open for the holy month, and is also open over Eid.

Tent camping costs Dh199 on weekdays, and Dh299 on public holidays or weekends, with guests providing their own tents. If you have a caravan, you can also park up at Hatta Wadi Hub, with weekday rates costing Dh299, rising to Dh399 on weekends and holidays.

Hatta Caravan Park has closed for the holy month, but will reopen for Eid Al Fitr and remain open for bookings until the end of the extended season.

Ruler Of Dubai unveils tourism plan for Hatta - in pictures

  • The Hatta Beach Project will create new investment opportunities for the region's private sector.
    The Hatta Beach Project will create new investment opportunities for the region's private sector.
  • The Hatta Beach Project aims to transform the area into a year-round tourist destination.
    The Hatta Beach Project aims to transform the area into a year-round tourist destination.
  • The development plan includes a five-year plan (2022-2026) to construct tracks for bicycles and scooters in a 120 km network.
    The development plan includes a five-year plan (2022-2026) to construct tracks for bicycles and scooters in a 120 km network.
  • A waterfall and mountain viewing platform also feature in the development plan. Photo: Dubai Media Office
    A waterfall and mountain viewing platform also feature in the development plan. Photo: Dubai Media Office
  • Hatta has in recent years been transformed into an adventure getaway, with mountain biking and kayaking among the most popular activities. Photo: Dubai Media Office
    Hatta has in recent years been transformed into an adventure getaway, with mountain biking and kayaking among the most popular activities. Photo: Dubai Media Office
  • The Hatta Master Development Plan aims to turn the area into an attractive local and international destination for business, investment and tourism. Photo: WAM
    The Hatta Master Development Plan aims to turn the area into an attractive local and international destination for business, investment and tourism. Photo: WAM
  • The project will create investment spaces and facilities, services, and activities for tourists in waterfront areas that will contribute to increasing visitor numbers for Hatta.
    The project will create investment spaces and facilities, services, and activities for tourists in waterfront areas that will contribute to increasing visitor numbers for Hatta.
  • A mountainside health resort will be built as part of the development plan.
    A mountainside health resort will be built as part of the development plan.
  • The resort will provide tourists opportunities to practise sports and activities that are suitable to Hatta’s terrain.
    The resort will provide tourists opportunities to practise sports and activities that are suitable to Hatta’s terrain.
  • Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, approved the Hatta Master Development Plan. Photo: WAM
    Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, approved the Hatta Master Development Plan. Photo: WAM
  • A lake and cable-driven mountain railway are also slated for the mountain town. Photo: Dubai Media Office
    A lake and cable-driven mountain railway are also slated for the mountain town. Photo: Dubai Media Office
  • Hatta Master Development Plan includes a cable-driven mountain railway
    Hatta Master Development Plan includes a cable-driven mountain railway
  • The first-of-its-kind funicular (cable railway) transport system for tourists will connect the Hatta dam site with its car parking area.
    The first-of-its-kind funicular (cable railway) transport system for tourists will connect the Hatta dam site with its car parking area.
  • The plan includes tracks for bicycles and scooters in a 120 km network connecting key attractions and residential areas.
    The plan includes tracks for bicycles and scooters in a 120 km network connecting key attractions and residential areas.
  • Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, pictured with Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, in Hatta. Photo: WAM
    Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, pictured with Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, in Hatta. Photo: WAM
  • The Hatta plan aims to turn the area into an attractive local and international destination for business, investment and tourism. Photo: WAM
    The Hatta plan aims to turn the area into an attractive local and international destination for business, investment and tourism. Photo: WAM
  • Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, with notables including Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed, Deputy Prime Minister and Deputy Ruler of Dubai, and Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, at Hatta. Photo: WAM
    Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, with notables including Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed, Deputy Prime Minister and Deputy Ruler of Dubai, and Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, at Hatta. Photo: WAM
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1970

October 26: Bahrain withdraws from a proposal to create a federation of nine with the seven Trucial States and Qatar. 

December: Ahmed Al Suwaidi visits New York to discuss potential UN membership.

1971

March 1:  Alex Douglas Hume, Conservative foreign secretary confirms that Britain will leave the Gulf and “strongly supports” the creation of a Union of Arab Emirates.

July 12: Historic meeting at which Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Rashid make a binding agreement to create what will become the UAE.

July 18: It is announced that the UAE will be formed from six emirates, with a proposed constitution signed. RAK is not yet part of the agreement.

August 6:  The fifth anniversary of Sheikh Zayed becoming Ruler of Abu Dhabi, with official celebrations deferred until later in the year.

August 15: Bahrain becomes independent.

September 3: Qatar becomes independent.

November 23-25: Meeting with Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Rashid and senior British officials to fix December 2 as date of creation of the UAE.

November 29:  At 5.30pm Iranian forces seize the Greater and Lesser Tunbs by force.

November 30: Despite  a power sharing agreement, Tehran takes full control of Abu Musa. 

November 31: UK officials visit all six participating Emirates to formally end the Trucial States treaties

December 2: 11am, Dubai. New Supreme Council formally elects Sheikh Zayed as President. Treaty of Friendship signed with the UK. 11.30am. Flag raising ceremony at Union House and Al Manhal Palace in Abu Dhabi witnessed by Sheikh Khalifa, then Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi.

December 6: Arab League formally admits the UAE. The first British Ambassador presents his credentials to Sheikh Zayed.

December 9: UAE joins the United Nations.

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