Saraya Islands — Local services in Rams

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Saraya Island is the unique landscape of sea with the background view of Hajar mountains. The island is the turquoise waters of the bay located few kilometres away from Ras Al Khaimah

“TURQUOISE WATERS OF THE BAY”

In the past the saraya Island was created for development hotels, villas, shopping centers, restaurants, and entertainments etc.,. The project was suspended and there have been no updates on construction plans since 2009. Now, the island has become a  paradise for campers.



You follow the coordinates (25°53’09.1″N 56°00’57.1″E) to reach the entrance to saraya island which takes you to a bridge at the north end of Al Rams, RAK. Before the bridge you will see the warning sign board stating it’s military base camp and not to park the car & take photos / videos from the bridge.

After you cross the bridge you keep the left side track and on the right side you will have an open sea along with more tracks to follow. Continue to the left side which is easy to travel with a sedan upto certain limit and you can park your car then take a small walk to make your own tent in front of the secret beach.

You will find horses and camels farm alongside the drive (right side).

Please be cautious that some of the terrains are wetland especially close to lake views (left side) and your car may get stuck.

During weekends, the Island is usually busy and noisy with people having fun with their off-road vehicles and buggies even during the night times.



I didn’t take more pictures to give you the feel of the location and lakeside villa views which is mesmerizing. But one thing I can tell you is that Saraya Island will give you an international camping experience.

Coordinates: 25°53’09.1″N 56°00’57.1″E...

Soon after the bridge don't drive straight unless you have a proper 4x4. After the bridge enter the gate and keep left. Drive along the mangrove side. Don't keep right after entering the gate else you will experience the most horrible drive of your life time. There are sharp rocks below the sand which may damage the tires. Unlike some visitors mentioned fishing and crab hunting is illegal and there a warning sign saying this at the gate. The area is not clean because most of the campers leave the trash there. Its an abandoned property so there is no cleaning or maintenance. No lighting at night unless you bring your own lamps. Its a good camping site if you have proper camping gears and go prepared. Dont expect to see pink lake instead you will find mud pond. Park the car along mangrove side and set up the camp...

An ideal location for camping with friends. But can get pretty crowded during long weekends. Recommend to go early afternoon if you want a good spot.

As mentioned in all reviews, it would be preferable to have a 4x4 if you want to camp on the beach side locations.

However, you can even take a sedan car using an alternate route till some point if you want to camp. Just take the left lane right after the bridge on entering the islands. It's off road but can be managed at times.

Please note this alternate route disappears during the HIGH tide if you plan to take a sedan car. Parts of the route get covered by water and you cannot travel back to the main land. So you can get stranded for a few hours on the island without having access to the washrooms. Plan...