Al Areen (Bahrain) and Hatta (United Arab Emirates) are often weighed against each other. This comparison uses seasons, activities and access to help you choose.
| Al Areen | Hatta | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Bahrain | United Arab Emirates |
| Type | Reserve | Mountains |
| Best time | December to February | December to February |
| Suggested stay | 1 days | 1–2 days |
| Main gateway airport | Bahrain International Airport (BAH) | Dubai International Airport (DXB) |
| Malaria | None | None |
| Approx. area | — | 22 km² |
| Families | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Honeymooners | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Photographers | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| First-time visitors | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Budget travellers | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Luxury travellers | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Month by month
| Month | Al Areen | Hatta |
|---|---|---|
| January | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| February | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| March | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| April | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| May | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| June | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| July | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| August | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| September | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| October | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| November | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
| December | ★★★★★ mostly dry | ★★★★★ mostly dry |
How to choose
Choose Al Areen if
- you want game drives
- you hope to see oryx and gazelles
Choose Hatta if
- you want hiking, canoeing, camping and cultural visits
- you hope to see foxes
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Al Areen or Hatta?
It depends on when you travel and what you want to see.
When is the best time for each?
Al Areen: December to February. Hatta: December to February.
Sources: Wikipedia – Al Areen Wildlife Park · Gulf News – Al Areen Reserve renamed after Sheikh Mohamed · Weather Spark – Manama climate · Visit Dubai – Hatta Dam · Dubai Municipality – Dubai protected areas · Climate-Data.org – Hatta · Weather Spark – Al Ain climate (inland UAE reference)
Figures are approximate averages and vary from year to year.