Are you tired from your daily hectic work life and planning a weekend getaway from Dubai? Khorfakkan, Sharjah is the perfect place to have a lovely time without spending too much time traveling. It is a 2-hour drive from Dubai. The calming sound of the waves by the beach, and the cooling winds while passing by the Hajar mountains will surely make your visit memorable and soothing. If you like camping and trekking over the mountains, this place should be on your list. Carry some snacks, water, and a pair of extra clothes before starting your journey.
Also, a camera would be a bonus to capture your beautiful memories.
Suhub Rest Area
This place is my first recommendation for your visit to Khorfakkan. My call to visit this place would be the best in the winter season to experience the breezy weather from the top of the mountains while sipping a hot cup of coffee. I recommend you go in the evening time as you will enjoy the sunset and night views. The view is breathtaking and pleasing to the eyes. You really experience seeing the view above the sea which is 600m above.
There is a small cafe named Fenu Cafe where you can devour delicious food. We tried the spaghetti and sandwiches which were quite filling and appetizing. The Spanish latte was top-notch.
A small play area is provided for the kids to enjoy which is free. If you spend 50AED or more at the restaurant, you will get free parking for 2 hours (the parking fee will be waived). The parking fee is 30 AED/hour if you do not dine at the restaurant. Make sure to carry the bill and show it at the exit of the rest area.
Overall, a great experience, and the panoramic mountain and sea view is worth it after a nice long drive.
Al Rafisah Dam
A perfect family-oriented place to spend time with your family. As you enter the place, you hear the sweet sound of the beautiful birds and quackling of the ducks. There is a section where there are so many fishes, birds, pigeons, and ducks in the water, it is definitely a treat to the ears and eyes.
Boating and kayaking are also available with different charges as per your liking and requirement for sailing the boat. The boating experience I would say is a must. The waves and calmness of the sea while witnessing the spectacular view of the Hajar mountains left me awestruck.
They have a mosque, restaurant, and play areas for the kids to have a memorable time. You can also carry your own snack and munch on it. The restaurant serves amazing Karak for 1 AED only. An ideal place to spend your evenings in winter with your family would be the ultimate getaway to unwind from stress.
Shees Park
Shees Park is a scenic park with immensely alluring views and a manmade waterfall through the rocks. Entry is free for all visitors here. There is a walkway at the park that leads you to climb the mountains and you reach the main viewing deck where the view is jaw-dropping.
You can get your marinated food and cook it in the designated BBQ pit. However, there are limited BBQ pits and this place is usually crowded on the weekends. If you are not in the mood for the fire to grill up then head towards the restaurant for some quick snacks, coffee, and croissants.
A small section for the kids to play, shaded benches for the families to relax, and a 25m manmade waterfall that cascades into a lake definitely add so much to the pleasing place. A walk around the lush green landscape gives so much peace and it gives an exemplary much-needed break from your daily hustle.
It has become one of the top places to visit in Sharjah for a fun-filled day.
Khorfakkan Beach
This leisure spot has a number of opportunities for you to enjoy your day which would be filled with lots of adventure. Take a dip in the sea or experience fishing from the shore. There is parasailing, scuba diving, and jet ski rentals are also good options which are available near the huts at the center of the corniche. The snorkeling experience at Shark Island which is a short boat ride from the beach is marvelous. Khofakkan Beach makes it an ideal spot for kids and adults. The charming crescent-shaped beach is lined with palm trees and sets a playground to play with the ball under the sun with allocated football goalposts. At the end of the Khorfakkan beach, there is a resort named Oceanic Resort and Spa. If you would like to stay here for a night after spending your entire day at the beach, you are in for a scenic sunrise over the waters.
Khorfakkan, Sharjah has a lot to offer to everyone. Make sure you visit these places for splendid evenings, thrilling lifetime experiences, and spectacular panoramic views.