Mleiha Park welcomes cooler months with new adventures

Just over one hour’s drive from Sharjah city, nature beckons you to explore the cooler months in the vastness of the desert with several unmatched experiences awaiting you at Mleiha National Park.

The 2025 adventure and heritage season at Mleiha National Park has a spectacular lineup of immersive choices celebrating the rich natural and archaeological heritage of the region.

The Park is inviting families, explorers and corporate groups to join a spectacular journey where nature’s pristine beauty and history’s deep stories come alive under the Arabian sky.

The Lounge: With corporates preparing for get-togethers and year-end celebrations, there is no place like The Lounge at Mleiha National Park. It is an exceptional venue that reimagines desert hospitality for the modern era.

The perfect alternative to the usual desert events, the Lounge’s setting, against the expanse of the desert and the vast starlit sky, creates an inspiring atmosphere where business connections flourish and memorable moments are made.

Stargazing: Mleiha’s clear, unpolluted sky provides an ideal canvas for star lovers. The park offers both non-exclusive and exclusive stargazing experiences.

The non-exclusive experience will be by one of the expert guides who provide insights into the nights celestial wonders.

Glamping: Launching this November, Mleiha National Park’s glamping experience offers a chance to sleep under the stars in style. Far from the typical campsite, these upscale tents blend comfort with authenticity, allowing visitors to wake to the desert’s morning stillness surrounded by nature’s beauty.

Workshops: Mleiha National Park offers educational workshops, which are designed to engage curious minds of all ages.

The Flora and Fauna Workshop invites participants to explore the indigenous plants and animals that thrive in this arid landscape, combining hands-on activities with guided tours that reveal the desert’s vibrant ecosystem. The duration of the tour is 1.5 to 2 hours and is recommended for all ages starting five and above.

Meanwhile, the Fossil Fun Expeditions transport visitors back millions of years to when the area was covered by a prehistoric sea. Learn more about the geological history of this part of the UAE, and about the animals that inhabited the sea 70 million years ago. Visitors can touch and examine the fossils of the animals, learn how fossils are formed and take home their own copy of a fossil.

Horse Riding: For equestrian enthusiasts and newcomers alike, Mleiha offers horseback riding in its scenic arena. Experienced riders can revel in views of Fossil Rock and the majestic Faya Mountain range while enjoying a peaceful ride. Younger visitors are welcome to experience pony rides, ensuring that adventure is accessible to every family member.

Desert adventures: Adventurers will find plenty to excite their senses at Mleiha National Park.

The Sand Surfer experience combines thrilling off-road SUV drives with exhilarating sandboarding down red dunes, offering a unique way to explore Mleiha’s landscapes.

It is open for those aged above 13.

The Dune Buggy Landscape Tour is an engaging one-hour excursion to iconic landmarks such as Camel Rock, a uniquely shaped mountain outcrop shaped like a camel’s head, and Fossil Rock, complete with expert commentary on the geology and history of these natural wonders.

Mleiha National Park is a treasure trove for history enthusiasts.

Guided archaeological tours allow visitors to walk through late Iron Age palace ruins and burial chambers, uncovering stories of ancient civilisations that inhabited the region.

These tours typically last between one and one and a half hours, providing a fulfilling window into the Arabian Peninsula’s earliest inhabitants.

Gateway: Mleiha National Park offers an immersive desert escape.

Whether seeking family-friendly activities, corporate event venues, or solo exploration, the Park caters to all with expert guides, educational programmes, and comfortable amenities.

Omar Jasim Al Ali, Manager of Mleiha & Strategic Projects, said: “The desert has an intimate connection with Arabia, and Mleiha National Park captures its majestic charm. Our goal is to offer visitors to Mleiha National Park an authentic connection to the desert.”