The winter in the UAE has finally come, and the conditions are ideal to go camping. The mornings are cool, evenings are cold, and the sky is clear, which precondition that these weeks are perfect to drive a long way, have a bonfire, and drink some hot kadak chai by the stars. These are eight terrific camping places around the nation where you can have the best season ever.

1. Jebel Jais, Ras Al Khaimah

The highest point of the UAE is Jebel Jais which reaches down to the level of -9 °C during the dawn of the winter. It reaches the temperatures of 20 °C by day, forming the ideal cold-nights-afternoons ratio. Roads to the mountain are complete with pavements, with easy accessibility and spectacular scenery. The majority of the campers visit this place in search of a peaceful morning, campfires, and expansive skies.

2. Jebel Hafeet, Al Ain

Jebel Hafeet is a pleasant and scenic road that reaches the summit. Winters are cool in the morning and sunny in the afternoon, 14 °C and 27 °C respectively. The mountain is equipped with numerous picnic spots where tourists rest, have a view of the mountain, and see Al Ain city as an eagle.

3. Jebel Yibir, Ras Al Khaimah

Jebel Yibir is the place to be to have a rugged mountain experience. It is not as congested, wild and is ideal for the adventurous. The vehicle that is suggested is a 4×4 because the land becomes rugged. This is a destination of campers seeking privacy, quietness and dramatic mountain scenery.

4. Al Suhub Rest House, Sharjah

Al Suhub is a very picturesque location in Sharjah. It has mountain panoramic views and cool nights of 16 °C. The drive is both short and nonchalant and is perfect for making quick journeys, sightseeing, and golden hour shooting. Several families come to see the sunset and the fresh winter air.

5. Wadi Shawka, Ras Al Khaimah

Wadi Shawka is a favorite among hikers and trekkers. The region has natural pools, rocky tracks and relaxing camping grounds. Night temperatures in winter fall to 18 °C and the weather is tranquil and pleasant. It is the best destination that gives people a chance to go trekking during the day and camping under the serene skies at night.

6. Hatta, Dubai

Hatta has mountains and dams and also the renowned Wadi Hub adventure area. The winter temperatures are as low as 20 °C, thus suitable for doing outdoor activities. The best part? Even a regular car can get to most places and therefore it can be easily used on weekends.

7. Hanging Gardens, Kalba

The Hanging Gardens are provided with beautiful vegetation and a mountainous landscape. The lowest temperatures in winter are approximately 19 °C and this makes the area ideal when the family wants to have picnics and go camping without any complications. The scenery is soothing, more so when you are tired of desert scenery.

8. Al Qudra Desert, Dubai

Al Qudra is the closest camping location to the residents of Dubai. It is reachable by winter mornings when the temperature is approximately 22 °C due to the low elevation of the desert. It is one of the best when you want to have a barbecue, have a fast meeting and look at the stars without having to spend much time driving out of the city.

Camping Do’s

Check the weather and bring warm clothing
Carry enough water and food
Use safe fire spots
Arrive before dark for a safe setup

Camping Don’ts

Don’t litter
Avoid loud music at night
Don’t camp near wadis during rain
Don’t feed wildlife

These eight destinations depict the finest of the UAE winter outdoors atmosphere in the mountains, deserts, clean air, and peaceful nights. You feel like having an adventure or just a nice night with your family over a kadak chai, this is the best time of the year to do it.