Hiking trail · Jebel Jais, Ras Al Khaimah
Hidden Oasis Loop
A long loop from the foot of Jebel Jais to a green oasis hidden in the hills.
- Distance
- 9.6km
- Elevation gain
- +650m
- High point
- 1,044m
- Time
- 5–6 h
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route
- Loop
Trail summary
The Hidden Oasis Loop hike at a glance
The Hidden Oasis Loop hike is a 9.6 km loop below Jebel Jais in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, with about 650 m of climbing and a high point of about 1,044 m. Most groups take 5 to 6 hours. We grade it Hard: a long day on rough, steep ground, so do a Moderate trail with us first.
Updated 10 November 2026
Route
The map and the climb
Route shown for orientation. Your leader carries the full GPS track. Move along the profile to follow the climb on the map.
About the trail
What to expect
The loop starts at the Bear Grylls Explorers Camp at the foot of Jebel Jais. It follows an off-road track out of the camp, then turns onto a rough mountain trail.
The trail leads to a flat, green oasis tucked between the ridges, a good place for a long break. The route tops out at 1,044 m before the loop brings you back to the camp.
What you'll see
- A flat, green oasis hidden between the ridges
- Wide views over the Jebel Jais foothills
- Quiet side valleys below the mountain
Good to know
- A full day: five to six hours on the move.
- Rough, steep ground with loose rock.
- Do at least one Moderate trail with us first.
Trailhead
We send the exact meeting pin on WhatsApp the evening before. Meeting time 05:30.
Photos
Photo credits for Hidden Oasis Loop
- Wadi Jib - - by LukasSimeone, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Wadi Jib - Tributary of Wadi Shah by LukasSimeone, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Jebel Jais mountain 1 by Dhruv Malhotra, CC BY-SA 4.0
From Wikimedia Commons, cropped and resized. Some show the area around the trail rather than the route itself.
Questions
Hidden Oasis Loop hike FAQ
How long is the Hidden Oasis Loop hike?
9.6 km, loop, with about 650 m of elevation gain. Allow 5 to 6 hours at a steady pace, including breaks.
How difficult is the Hidden Oasis Loop hike?
We grade it Hard: a long day on rough, steep ground, so do a Moderate trail with us first.
Where does the Hidden Oasis Loop hike start?
At the Bear Grylls Explorers Camp, below Jebel Jais in Ras Al Khaimah, near 25.89966, 56.14195. We send the exact meeting pin on WhatsApp the evening before, and groups meet at 05:30.
When is the best time to hike Hidden Oasis Loop?
Between October and April, starting at first light. From May to September it is too hot to hike safely. Bring a warm layer: Jebel Jais is about 10 °C cooler than the rest of the country.
Can I join a guided group on the Hidden Oasis Loop hike?
Yes. Trails runs guided small-group hikes on this route most weekends from October to April. Send us your name, WhatsApp number and how many people, and we get back to you with the next dates. AED 99 per person, and your first hike is free.