Hatta Tour

Full day in the mountains

Hatta Tour from Dubai — Full Day

Turquoise water, kayaks and cooler air, ninety minutes from the city. A private day trip into the Hajar Mountains.

Turquoise water of Hatta Dam below the Hajar Mountains Kayak on the turquoise water at Hatta Dam Restored stone watchtower above Hatta Heritage Village Slides and activities at Hatta Wadi Hub The Hatta falaj, the old irrigation channel still running
Full day  back by evening
Hotel pickup  included both ways
From 700 AED
4.9 / 5  185 TripAdvisor reviews
Pay on arrival  nothing in advance

What you will see

  • Hatta DamTurquoise water held between bare mountains. Kayaks and pedal boats can be hired at the water’s edge.
  • Hatta Heritage VillageA restored mountain village with the original houses, mosque and watchtowers.
  • The falajThe old irrigation channels that made farming possible here, still carrying water today.
  • Hatta Wadi HubZip line, Go Gravity slides and mountain biking. Activities are paid separately on site.
  • Hatta 360 ObservatoryPanoramic view over the dam and the valley.
  • Swan Lake and Hatta MarketsA photo stop and somewhere to pick up local honey and produce.

What is included

  • Hotel or residence pickup and drop-off
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle
  • English-speaking driver and guide
  • All the stops listed above
  • Bottled water
  • Kayak and pedal boat hire at the dam
  • Wadi Hub activities (zip line, Go Gravity, bikes)
  • Lunch and personal expenses

How the day runs

We leave Dubai in the morning and reach Hatta in about ninety minutes. The dam comes first, before the day warms up and while the water is at its stillest. The rest of the day is flexible. If you would rather spend two hours kayaking and skip the markets, tell the driver.

4.9 / 5
185 reviews on TripAdvisor
Chiltan Tours is a licensed tour operator based in Dubai. Most of what guests write about is the driver and not being rushed, which is the part we care about most.

Questions people ask

How far is Hatta from Dubai?

About ninety minutes each way. It is still part of Dubai, in the Hajar Mountains near the Oman border.

Do I need my passport?

The route stays inside the UAE, so no border crossing and no passport needed.

Is kayaking included?

No, kayak and pedal boat hire is paid at the dam. We will take you there and wait.

Is it cooler in Hatta?

Yes, noticeably. The elevation makes a real difference, especially in the mornings.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Hatta runs as a private tour only, 700 AED for up to six people.

Ready to book?

Tell us your dates and how many people. We will confirm your seat straight away, and you pay on the day.

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