Private Hatta Tour: Dam, Heritage Village & Swan Lake
Paddle the dam or watch swans glide past mountains in a single day
A private full-day tour from Ras Al Khaimah to Hatta in the Hajar Mountains, with an English-speaking guide, air-conditioned transport and stops at Hatta Dam, Heritage Village, Swan Lake and Hatta Hill Park. You choose between kayaking or a guided boat tour on the dam, then explore restored stone houses dating to the third century BC and watch local birds at a peaceful lakeside pond.
Options for this experience
2 optionsStep-by-step itinerary
Full day Hatta adventure and sightseeing
- Travel from Ras Al Khaimah to Hatta
- Explore Hatta Dam by kayak or boat
- Visit Hatta Hill Park and enjoy views
- Tour the Hatta Heritage Village
- Relax at Swan Lake and watch wildlife
- Enjoy activities at Hatta Wadi Hub
- Lunch break near restaurants
- Return travel to Ras Al Khaimah
What’s included
- Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.
- bottled water.
- English-speaking guide.
- pickup from your hotel in Ras Al Khaimah.
Times
- Every day 08:00 09:00
Before you book
Operated by Dubai Abu Dhabi City Tours & Safaris
Prices and times updated 4 days ago
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Hatta Dam sits ringed by rugged peaks and blue water, and you get to choose how to spend your time there: kayak, pedal boat, water bike, or book a guided boat tour where the guide shares the region's history while you take in the views. The water is the centerpiece of the morning, and the choice between paddling yourself or sitting back shapes the whole rhythm of the day.
The Heritage Village is one of the oldest settlements in the country, dating back to about the third century BC. Stone houses and water wells stand among two watchtowers, a traditional majlis and a fort. There's a museum with old tools and weapons, a basket-weaving area, and photographs of traditional Emirati life. Next door, the Al Sharia palm tree farm shows the ancient falaj irrigation system still at work. Hatta Hill Park sits on the mountainside with a tower at its highest point offering views across the Hajar range and the village below.
Swan Lake is a short walk from the Heritage Village: a quiet pond where swans, herons, kingfishers and house sparrows feed and rest. Bring binoculars and find a spot to watch. It's also a place families stop for a picnic. The Hatta Wadi Hub, a purpose-built facility surrounded by mountains, offers activities like zorbing, axe throwing, archery, rope courses and wall climbing if you want to add an extra stop. The drive from Ras Al Khaimah takes roughly three hours each way, and you'll have a 40-minute lunch break at a restaurant (lunch is not included).
Is this one for you?Book the kayak option if you want to paddle the dam yourself and stay active throughout the day. Choose the boat tour if you prefer to sit back and listen to the guide's stories about the region while the mountains pass by.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years); Infant (under 4): free.
What's the difference between the kayak option and the boat tour on Hatta Dam?
The kayak option lets you paddle yourself across the water on a kayak, pedal boat or water bike. The boat option puts you on a guided tour boat where the guide shares stories about the region's history and natural features while you sit and take in the views.
Can I see wildlife at Swan Lake, and what kind of birds are there?
Swan Lake is home to swans, herons, kingfishers, house sparrows and Indian silverbills. Bring binoculars and find a quiet spot to watch them feed and move across the water in their natural habitat.
What does the Heritage Village show about traditional Emirati life?
The Heritage Village is a restored settlement dating to about the third century BC with reconstructed stone houses, water wells, two watchtowers, a traditional majlis and a fort. Inside there's a museum with old tools and weapons, a basket-weaving area, and photographs documenting how people lived in Hatta in the past.
Is lunch included, and how much time do we have to eat?
Lunch is not included in the package. You'll have a 40-minute break at a restaurant where you can order and pay for your own meal.
How long is the drive from Ras Al Khaimah to Hatta?
The drive is approximately three hours each way, so travel time makes up a significant part of the full day.
Private Hatta Tour: Dam, Heritage Village & Swan Lake
8h · EN · at your hotel
from AED 409 per person
≈ US$ 109 in your currency
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