The United Arab Emirates is well known all across the globe for its numerous touring spots. From Dubai to Abu Dhabi, it is full of amazing landscapes, shopping malls, tall buildings, and amusements that you must look at least once in your life. Among various other cities, Khorfakkan is one of the biggest touring spots in the United Arab Emirates.
It is situated in Sharjah, one of the most progressive cities in the world. With a fantastic beach, Khorfakkan has always been the top destination in the UAE. You should never miss an opportunity to enjoy a visit to it. There are several things that you are going to enjoy there. Here are the reasons that force you to plan a Khorfakkan tour at least once in your entire life. Let’s explore these reasons.Â
Snoopy Island
Snoopy island is just 100 meters away from the main beach. The beauty of this island is that it looks like a giant Snoopy lying on his back. It is submerged in water. From the edges of this island, you can witness the coral reefs and amazing marine life in the water. Seeing this island and spending some time on it with complete calmness is something that will urge you to pay a visit to Khorfakkan.
Parasailing
As a teen, you are going to love this activity. However, people of different ages will love to take this fantastic ride. It’s somehow similar to paragliding, but you don’t have to run and jump down for gliding. It is way safer than it. You will be provided with all the essential accessories, and then you have to stand at the edge of a boat.
The boat will start its ride in the ocean. It will speed up gradually. With its speed, you will rise from the edges and start flying in the air at a steady pace. The parachute will assist you in maintaining a stable flight in the air. However, unlike paragliding, you will remain connected to the original boat with a rope as the boat is the driving force behind this ride. You will love this ride through the fresh air of Khorfakkan.
Shark Island
The coast near Khorfakkan is surrounded by plenty of small islands. One of these famous islands is Shark Island. The journey towards this island will take place by boat. The whole trip will be full of fun and amusement. You will get a chance to witness plenty of marine animals. Some of them will get into your boat as well. However, none of them is dangerous, so you will be in no danger.
This island is situated behind the Khorfakkan port. The island is entirely sandy. If you manage to neglect the pier, you can feel that you are in a desert safari. Tracing turtles and fishes near the island is a fun activity. You can also set your camp here to spend a night.Â
Kayaking
Kayaking is another fun activity that attracts plenty of visitors toward Khorfakkan. Wait! You don’t have to go kayaking in the ocean. For that purpose, you have to visit the Al Rasifah dam in Sharjah. This dam is just a 7 minute drive from the port of Khorfakkan. You can easily reach this dam which was built in the 1980s and now is one of the top visiting spots at Khorfakkan. You will get a kayak there and enjoy a beautiful ride in the water. Guides will be here, ready to guide you throughout your tour to the dam.
Hiking
Hiking is the main thing that many people love to have on their trips. Hiking at Wadi Sena is one of the top reasons that will persuade you to pay a visit to Khorfakkan. There are different routes that you can use for hiking. The selection of the courses will depend significantly on your fitness levels and knowledge about hiking. In total, it will be a great experience to explore Wadi Sena.
Takeaway
Now you know why there is a need to pay a visit to Khorfakkan at least once in your entire life. So, what are you waiting for? Plan a tour and head towards Khorfakkan.
