Most journeys through the UAE follow the same familiar routes, from city landmarks to well-known attractions. For travellers willing to wander a little further, the country begins to feel far more surprising.
Wandering Through the Abandoned Village of Al Madam
Al Madam, a village on the outskirts of Sharjah, is gradually disappearing beneath the desert’s embrace. Walking through the empty houses and narrow streets, visitors can see dunes creeping through doorways and across abandoned courtyards.
Climbing the Dunes Around Fossil Rock
Near the Mleiha desert area, Fossil Rock rises from the surrounding sand. Adventurers often climb the nearby dunes for wide desert views and sometimes spot ancient marine fossils embedded in the rock.
Walking the Palm Paths of Al Ain Oasis
In Al Ain, narrow paths wind through thousands of date palms in one of the UAE’s oldest cultivated landscapes. Irrigation channels still carry water through the oasis using traditional farming methods.
Exploring Deira’s Old Trading Streets
Travellers searching for things to do in Ibn Battuta sometimes explore the older district of Deira. Spice sellers, textile traders, and the well-known gold market continue to fill its busy souks.
Discovering the Ibn Battuta District
In Dubai’s western districts, areas around Avani Ibn Battuta Hotel sit near transport routes that connect several parts of the city. Exploring this area often leads travellers toward coastal walks, historic neighbourhoods, and desert routes outside Dubai.
Stargazing in the Open Desert
The desert, miles away from the city’s light pollution, becomes a perfect spot for stargazing in the UAE. When the sun sets, the vast dunes offer a clear view of the night sky.
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