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Fujairah, Khorfakkan & Gulf of Oman Coral Coast · Ideal Stay: 1–2 days · Best Season: October–May

Fujairah, Khorfakkan & Snoopy Island Travel Guide (2026): 1–2 days · AED 420–AED 950 ($114–$259) / day

The only emirate lying entirely on the eastern Gulf of Oman coast (Indian Ocean), Fujairah and neighboring Khorfakkan offer warm coral-reef snorkeling with green sea turtles at Snoopy Island, the UAE's oldest mud-brick mosque (1446), and dramatic Hajar mountain wadis.

Daily BudgetAED 420–AED 950 ($114–$259) / day
Ideal Duration1–2 days
Best MonthsOctober–May

Top Highlights in Fujairah, Khorfakkan & Snoopy Island

  • Snoopy Island (Al Aqah Beach) Snorkeling & Diving — Swim 100 meters directly from the sandy beach to snorkel alongside green sea turtles and harmless blacktip reef sharks.
  • Al Bidyah Mosque (1446 CE) — The oldest extant mosque in the United Arab Emirates, built from stone, mud brick, and four distinctive whitewashed domes (Free entry).
  • Fujairah Fort (1670) & Heritage Village — Hilltop three-tower fortress overlooking date gardens and the Hajar peaks (Free entry).
  • Sheikh Zayed Mosque of Fujairah — The UAE's second-largest mosque with six 100-meter minarets.
  • Al Rafisah Dam & Khorfakkan Amphitheatre/Waterfall — Kayak emerald mountain reservoir waters along the Sharjah–Khorfakkan Highway tunnels.

Best Neighborhoods to Stay in Fujairah, Khorfakkan & Snoopy Island

Fujairah, Khorfakkan & Snoopy Island Historic Center & Old Quarter: Best for first-time visitors; walkable to Snoopy Island (Al Aqah Beach) Snorkeling & Diving
Fujairah, Khorfakkan & Snoopy Island Waterfront & Cultural District: Boutique hotels, evening dining promenades, and museum access
Fujairah, Khorfakkan & Snoopy Island Central Station & Transit Hub Quarter: Convenient early-morning rail connections via Dubai Metro (Red

Getting There & Around (Dubai Metro & Dubai RTA Nol Card)

Arrive via Fujairah City & Snoopy Island (Al Aqah, 90 min east of Dubai) or high-speed rail/intercity service into Fujairah, Khorfakkan & Snoopy Island Central Station via Dubai Metro (Red & Green Lines), RTA Intercity E100/E101 Buses & Zayed Airport Express. Local transit works seamlessly with Dubai RTA Nol Card.

Use Dubai RTA Nol Card across local metro, trams, buses, and regional rail around Fujairah, Khorfakkan & Snoopy Island. Stay within a 10-minute walk of Fujairah, Khorfakkan & Snoopy Island Central Station or Fujairah, Khorfakkan & Snoopy Island Historic Center & Old Quarter for effortless morning starts.

Sample 3-Day Fujairah, Khorfakkan & Snoopy Island Itinerary

Day 1 — Historic Core & Iconic Landmarks of Fujairah, Khorfakkan & Snoopy Island: Start early at Snoopy Island (Al Aqah Beach) Snorkeling & Diving — Swim 100 meters directly from the sandy beach to snorkel alongside green sea turtles and harmless blacktip reef sharks. before 08:30 to beat tour groups. Walk through Fujairah, Khorfakkan & Snoopy Island Historic Center & Old Quarter, pause for Lamb Madfoon (د.إ22–د.إ66) at a neighborhood market, and spend late afternoon at Al Bidyah Mosque (1446 CE) — The oldest extant mosque in the United Arab Emirates, built from stone, mud brick, and four distinctive whitewashed domes (Free entry)..
Day 2 — Cultural Quarters, Waterfronts & Evening Gastronomy: Explore Fujairah Fort (1670) & Heritage Village — Hilltop three-tower fortress overlooking date gardens and the Hajar peaks (Free entry). in the morning, ride local transit with your Dubai RTA Nol Card to Fujairah, Khorfakkan & Snoopy Island Waterfront & Cultural District, and enjoy an unhurried dinner featuring Emirati Machboos (د.إ22–د.إ66).
Day 3 — Scenic Viewpoints & Half-Day Excursion: Visit Sheikh Zayed Mosque of Fujairah — The UAE's second-largest mosque with six 100-meter minarets. or take a morning train from Fujairah, Khorfakkan & Snoopy Island Central Station for a half-day trip (Al Rafisah Dam & Khorfakkan Amphitheatre/Waterfall (45–75 mins by regional transit)), returning to Fujairah, Khorfakkan & Snoopy Island Central Station & Transit Hub Quarter for sunset drinks.

Best Day Trips from Fujairah, Khorfakkan & Snoopy Island

  • Al Rafisah Dam & Khorfakkan Amphitheatre/Waterfall (45–75 mins by regional transit)
  • Fujairah, Khorfakkan & Gulf of Oman Coral Coast Culinary & Heritage Trail