The 8 Best Things to See and Do in Ajman, UAE

Ajman
Ajman | © Wikimedia
Thais Kelly

Ajman is one of the lesser known of the seven Emirates which comprise the UAE. However, only a forty minute drive away from Dubai, the city is definitely worth checking out. Home to everything from ancient forts to luxurious resorts, there’s plenty to see and do in Ajman. Visitors should make sure to check out all that the Emirate has to offer.

Go hiking

Active tourism is growing around the globe and so it is in the UAE. In Ajman, visitors can climb the foothills of the Hajar Mountains, the collective of mountains on the border of the UAE and Oman. This is the perfect trail for beginners, not being too strenuous and allowing visitors to take their time and enjoy the scenic path. It’s not recommended to hike here during summer, as temperatures are too high.

Go on a desert safari

Desert safaris are one of the most popular activities for visitors coming to UAE and this isn’t any different in Ajman. There are several travel agencies in Ajman which allow for the full experience in the Arabian desert, with everything from quad bikes to henna painting and more. This is certainly a must-do day trip for anyone visiting the Emirate, as it gives an insight into the traditions of Ajman and Emirati culture.

UAE Desert

Visit the inland enclaves

For those looking to escape the city and immerse further into nature, the Ajman enclaves offer an unique setting. The Emirate is home to two different enclaves Al Manama, east of Ajman, and Masfout, in the south of the UAE and right next to the Hajar Mountains. To visit the Al Masfout enclave, you need to bring your passport, as the road there passes through Oman, but the trip will definitely be worth while.

Stay at a beach resort

For those who just wish to relax and kick back, while avoiding the crowded resorts in Dubai, Ajman has no shortage of massive and luxurious beach resorts. From the Kempinski Hotel Ajman to the Fairmont Ajman, here travelers can chill by the beach and enjoy a day soaking up vitamin D. There are resorts for every taste and budget, making it a great place to go with the whole family in order to have a quieter stay in the UAE.

Kempinski Hotel Ajman, Sheikh Humaid Bin Rashid Al Nuaimi Street, Ajman, +971 6 714 5555

Fairmont Ajman, Sheikh Humaid Bin Rashid Al Nuaimi Street, Ajman, +971 6 701 5757

Kempinski Hotel Ajman

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