This UAE Destination Has Been ranked No.1 in the Most Instagrammed Places

By Monalisha Mallick

● 12 Sep 19

Middle East

Nature & Wildlife

Weekend Getaways

On a vacation and you didn’t Instagram your trip clicks, did you even go for a vacation? If that’s a rhetorical question, hello millennial, please be assured that you’re not alone.

The search for the perfect places to sit on our Instagram grid is a quest, and it is a never ending journey. If you are looking for something unique and refreshing pics for your Instagram feed, you don’t need to go far. We have got one of the world’s most Instagrammed road trips here in the UAE. #Hatta has been posted on Instagram 188,755 times.

Yes, Hatta is on top of Instagrammed places. Yay! Go UAE 🙂

Hatta – An Introduction to the Scenic Escape

Hatta located in the foothills of the Hajar mountains, is a scenic landscape in the UAE. Favourite among UAE residents as a weekend getaway, the city is separated from the central part of the emirate by territory belonging to Sharjah (which is part of the UAE), and Oman.

How to Reach?

Located 130km south-east of central Dubai, it takes approx. 1 hour and 30 mins to reach Hatta by road from Dubai. The journey to Hatta is a memorable experience as you pass through the scenic views of golden sands, deep red mountains, and the colorful landscape.

P.S: The best route from Dubai is from E102 (Sharjah-Kalba Road) via E611 (Emirates Road).

Make your Stay Memorable

Book Sedr Trailers Resort – You can camp along the banks of Hatta Dam in luxuriously designed trailers.

Experience a night in caravan at Hatta Caravan Park

Must See & Do in Hatta

Hatta is famous for the breath-taking picturesque scenery – mountains, wadis, dams, farms, and fresh air.

Mountain Hiking in Hatta — P.C: Visit Dubai

Go for Kayaking in the Hatta Dam
Hike the mountain trails on a bike or cart
Hatta Heritage Village

Take in the scenic views of the city at Hatta Dam viewpoint
Book a chalet at the Hatta Fort Hotel. The view of the Hajar mountains is spectacular.
Try zorbing, axe-throwing and wall-climbing at Hatta Wadi Hub.

What to carry?

Hatta has a cooler climate. During winter, nights can be a bit cold. So pack a jacket.

If planning for adventure activities carry good sport shoes, comfortable clothes, and hydration supplies.

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Monalisha Mallick

Creative soul. Writer. Traveler. Monalisha is infinitely curious about the world. When not answering questions about her career choice (graduation in Engineering and profession in writing), she enjoys going out to experience new places, savor fresh cuisines, meet people (many time weird) and soak in the culture from different eras and places.