One of the best things about renting a car in Dubai is how quickly you can leave the city behind. Here are five weekend road trips within a few hours’ drive — and the right car for each.
Hatta — mountains and a turquoise dam
About 90 minutes from the city, Hatta offers kayaking on the dam, hiking trails and a cooler mountain climate. A comfortable SUV suits the winding approach.
Jebel Jais — the UAE’s highest peak
Up in Ras Al Khaimah, Jebel Jais has the world’s longest zipline and spectacular switchback roads. Go for the sunset; take an SUV for the climb.
The East Coast — beaches and diving
Cross to Fujairah for Snoopy Island snorkelling, Al Aqah beaches and the Friday Market. A 7-seater is ideal for a family beach weekend.
Liwa — the edge of the Empty Quarter
South of Abu Dhabi, Liwa’s giant dunes are the UAE at its most cinematic. Stick to the graded roads in a standard rental — dune driving needs specialist gear and is not covered by insurance.
Musandam, Oman — the Arabian fjords
With the right paperwork you can take your rental into Oman and cruise the dramatic fjords of Musandam, an easy reach from the northern emirates.
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