Jebel Jais (The UAE’s Highest Peak)
Rising $1,934$ meters above sea level, Jebel Jais is the crown jewel of RAK. It is home to the Jais Flight (the world’s longest zipline) and the Jais Sledder. The temperatures here are typically $10$°C cooler than the coast, making it a year-round destination for those escaping the desert heat.Best For: Adrenaline junkies (Foreign) and campers/hikers (Domestic).Opening Hours: Mountain access is 24/7 (Free). Attractions (Zipline/Sledder) usually run Wed–Sun, 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM.Restrictions: * Zipline: Weight between $40text{kg}$ and $120text{kg}$; height must be over $122text{cm}$.Drones: Strictly prohibited without a permit.Clothing: Athletic wear and closed-toe shoes are mandatory for activities.Activities:Jais Flight: Fly at speeds up to $150text{km/h}$ over the jagged canyons.Viewing Deck Park: Relax at seven viewing decks with binoculars to see the Arabian Gulf.Hiking: Multiple marked trails ranging from “Easy” to “Difficult” (e.g., Samar Trail).