Can you visit Hatta as a day trip from Dubai by public transport?
Reading the wikivoyage page on one of the areas of Dubai, I came across Hatta, an exclave of the Emirate of Dubai. Based on the mention on that page, and the photo on the stub Wikivoyage page for Hatta, it looks an interesting (and less hot!) place to visit
Unfortunately, the Hatta Wikivoyage page is (currently) a little vague on public transport options, as seem to be the Dubai pages. I'm not sure if my budget stretches to hiring a Dubai taxi for the whole day, and I don't have a car.
Is it practical to visit Hatta on a day trip from Dubai, by public transport? And if so, where would one go in Dubai to set off from? (Bonus marks for a timetable and prices if possible!)
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How do you get to Hatta without a car?
The best way to get from Dubai to Hatta Dam without a car is to line 104 bus and bus which takes 5h 50m and costs AED 30 - AED 50. How long does it take to get from Dubai to Hatta Dam? It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Dubai to Hatta Dam, including transfers.Do we need visa to go to Hatta from Dubai?
Hatta is in UAE on the Dubai (UAE) - Muscat (Oman) Road. If you have a UAE Visa stamped on your Passport it is good enough but to get there from Dubai you have to go to Sharjah (UAE) and then take the Sharjah - Hatta Road. You are not crossing any border on this road. Please keep your Passport with UAE Visa handy.Is visa required for Hatta?
Passport is not required to visit Hatta Dam (also known as Hatta Water pools) as the same is within UAE. You do not cross border to visit this place. As long as you have a valid visa, no need of any passport.Is Hatta free?
Hatta Main City Area Hiking is a not to be missed activity in Hatta as it is free and Hatta is known for Hiking with the signs made throughout the city. For Mountain Trekking it is advisable to book a guide or a tour.Hatta Village Exploring | Dubai to Hatta by bus | Travel Peak | Part-1
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