Jebel Jais - the UAE's Highest Peak

At an imposing height of 1,934 metres, the UAE’s highest peak is the crowning glory of Ras Al Khaimah, offering a unique and diverse range of experiences for nature lovers and adventure seekers. Billed as the region’s adventure capital and included in Time magazine’s World’s Greatest Places of 2022, Jebel Jais, situated in the majestic Hajar mountain range, is the UAE’s highest peak, towering over Ras Al Khaimah at a height of 1,934 metres. Here, above the peaks of the surrounding mountains, temperatures are around 10 degrees lower than sea level, making it ideal for a year round escape. Jebel Jais offers an adrenaline-fuelled getaway for those seeking new adventures, wanting to try their hand at outdoor and survival experiences or simply looking to escape city life.