Plan a fun day at the beaches in Fujairah

Fujairah is one of the smaller cities among the seven emirates, but it is blessed with an abundance of natural beauty. Having a unique juxtaposition of gorgeous beaches and rugged mountains, Fujairah is a great destination for a road trip or staycation in the UAE. The beaches in Fujairah offer a wealth of activities such as deep-sea diving, snorkelling and more.

KHORFAKKAN BEACH

If you are planning to go on the best scenic drives in UAE, you must explore the picturesque beaches of the emirate. Khorfakkan Beach is a top tourist destination in Fujairah. Although, geographically it falls under Sharjah, but the proximity to Fujairah makes it a frequently visited spot for the residents of the emirate. 

There’s plenty to do at Khorfakkan Beach from taking a stroll along the sandy beach to boating and parasailing. 

You can pre-book your watersports and boating trips with the local touring companies to have an adventurous day at the Khorfakkan Beach Fujairah. Try snorkelling at Khorfakkan to explore the captivating marine life.

• Timings: The Khorfakkan public beach is open 24 hours a day
• Location: E99, Rugalayat Road, Fujairah
• Nearby restaurants: Baskin Robbins and Shawarma Roadhouse

UMBRELLA BEACH

Fujairah is home to many beaches and Umbrella Beach is another popular beach in the emirate. This beach is ideal for a secluded camping trip. 

Umbrella Beach is one of the most family-friendly beaches in Fujairah, where the water is shallow giving the little ones an opportunity to collect shells. Moreover, the beach has dedicated play areas surrounded by palm trees where kids can spend hours, giving their parents a chance to relax as well.

• Timings: Umbrella Beach is a public beach open 24 hours a day
• Location: E99, Rugalayat Road, Fujairah
• Nearby restaurants: Shanab Burger, other food stalls and food trucks on the beach

DIBBA BEACH

Another popular beach in Fujairah is Dibba Beach. The beach is perfect for a family picnic and beachside barbeque. Offering such splendid views and calm waters, Dibba Beach is an excellent spot to take a dip. It has a dedicated camping site as well called the Dibba Camping Area, where visitors can camp and enjoy the serene views.

• Timings: Public beach, open 24 hours a day
• Location: E99, Rugalayat Road, Fujairah
• Nearby restaurants: The Copper Lobster Restaurant, Al Nokhada Restaurant, Canvas Restaurant

AL AQAH BEACH

The next entry on our list of beaches in Fujairah is Al Aqah Beach. The picturesque beach is surrounded by the best hotels in Fujairah such as the Fujairah Rotana Resort and Spa and Miramar Al Aqah Beach Resort. After a fun day at the beach, you can explore other parts of the emirate including the Fujairah Museum and the Fujairah Fort, which are less than an hour away from Al Aqah. The beach is located near Snoopy Island, an ideal location for some more beach fun and thrilling water-sports. 

Beach camping in Al Aqah Fujairah is another popular activity. The Al Aqah Beach Camping site is an ideal choice, so during public holidays and weekends, locals and visitors from Sharjah and other emirates flock to Al Aqah for camping, bonfire and barbeque under the clear starry skies. 

• Timings: Public beach open 24 hours a day
• Location: E99, Rugalayat Road, Fujairah
• Nearby restaurants: Afghani Restaurant, Mozaique Restaurant, Senseasia Restaurant and Bahari Grill

LULUYAH BEACH

Luluyah Beach is a serene public beach in Fujairah where you can enjoy a calm evening, a swim or a picnic with your family. The mountainous backdrop of the Luluyah Beach sets it apart from the other beaches on our list. The Black Rock is a camping site at the beach. The chance to witness a mesmerising sunrise at dawn and the picture-perfect sunsets make Luluyah Beach worth visiting!

• Timings: Public beach is open 24 hours a day
• Location: Saif Esa Al Naqbi Street, Fujairah
• Nearby restaurants: Lauren Café, Al Nakheel, Sushi Box, The Station, Al Arab Food Stuff and Sweet Roll

QIDFA BEACH

The Qidfa Beach is a public beach in Fujairah, known for its mild waves. The beach has a kids’ play area and some modest picnic spots. It is one of the less crowded beaches in the city, perfect for a walk, yoga session or an early morning workout.  

• Timings:  Qidfa public beach is open 24 hours
• Location: Al Emam Al Bukhari Street, Fujairah
• Nearby Restaurants: Rashid Ali Cafeteria and various other cafeterias in the surrounding area

SAMBRAID BEACH

Sambraid Beach is perfect for a day out with the whole family. Bordering the beach is also the beautiful Sambraid Park, ideal for a family picnic where you can enjoy the cool sea breeze and breath-taking views of the sea.

There are plenty of umbrellas with tables perfect for chilling out with snacks and beverages. The beach is a popular barbeque and beach camping site in Fujairah as well. Another fun activity at Sambraid Beach is taking a dhow cruise to explore the nearby islands.

• Timings: The public beach is open 24 hours
• Location: Besides Sambraid Park, Fujairah
• Nearby restaurants: Al Hamoor, Marina Restaurant and Cafe

MURBAH BEACH

Located along the same stretch as Qidfa Beach, Murbah Beach is a quiet spot that visitors can enjoy. One of the small beaches in Fujairah, Murbah beach is a good option for a calm day by the cool, turquoise waters

• Timings: The Murbah public beach is open 24 hours a day
• Location: Murbah Beach Street, Fujairah

Picnics are a great way to spend quality time with family and friends. Apart from the aforementioned free beaches, there are many other things to do in Fujairah. 

These days, getting to Fujairah by public transport is an easy and more affordable options, than driving down on your own. Here’s a comprehensive guide to Dubai – Fujairah bus service to help you plan a trip to Fujairah.

Don’t forget to visit the Aqua Bounce Water Park in Fujairah when you’re planning your beach day! Located at the Fairmont Fujairah Beach Resort, Aqua Bounce is one-of-a-kind bouncy water park for kids. For more adventures and thrills, visit the Fujairah Adventure Park to try skating, water sports and trekking in the mountains. 

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