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Jebel Jais Via Ferrata returns on November 15

Bucket-list worthy attraction offers thrill seekers mountain trek and zipline experience

- Staff Report

Adventure seekers who want to trek almost 120 metres above ground on the Jebel Jais Via Ferrata (Iron Path) in Ras Al Khaimah may dust off their trekking shoes as the famed attraction will reopen on November 15.

The Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Developmen­t Authority (RAK TDA) yesterday announced the reopening of the Jebel Jais Via Ferrata which will give the public a chance to not only trek but also have a go at ziplines.

Haitham Mattar, CEO of RAK TDA, said the reopening of the adventure attraction was made just in time for the cooler weather and winter season.

“Due to the huge success of ■ this product, we anticipate a greater number of local and internatio­nal visitors looking for world-class adventures,” he said.

The Jebel Jais Via Ferrata has three individual start and finish points for the guided trekking and hiking experience, as well as three ziplines measuring 50 metres, 60 metres and 300 metres to expand possibilit­ies for various age and fitness capabiliti­es.

Ticket rates

Visitors will be able to enjoy the standard route, the Ledge Walk in twice-daily supervised tours starting at 9am to noon and 1 to 5pm, Wednesday to Sunday, offering adventure seekers picturesqu­e views and an exhilarati­ng mountain experience on Jebel Jais, the UAE’s highest mountain.

An average tour lasts three hours, and appeals to all fitness levels and costs Dh375 on weekends and Dh325 on weekdays.

 ?? Courtesy: RAK TDA ?? The Jebel Jais Via Ferrata has gained top Trip Advisor ranking among the emirate’s attraction­s.
Courtesy: RAK TDA The Jebel Jais Via Ferrata has gained top Trip Advisor ranking among the emirate’s attraction­s.

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