Wadi Wurayah

Tucked away in the majestic Hajar Mountains, located between the ancient towns of Bidiyah, Masafi and Dibba, is one of the last freshwater resources in the Middle East – Wadi Wurayah.

The area, once home to early settlers, is culturally and historically important thanks to the discovery of ancient archaeological sites including settlements, graveyards, Iron Age tombs and rock carvings, dating as far back as 300 BC.

The early settlers lived in harmony with nature, borrowing from the land and supporting their limited numbers with little noticeable impact on the Wadi environment.

Thanks to Wadi Wurayah’s unique geology and climate, the rock formation allows the catchment of rainfall from a wide area, making it one of the few sources of permanent surface water present all year-round in the UAE.