10 Best Places to Visit in Kalba
Garden, beach, fort, and waterfront in Kalba
Reserves and Conservation Center
1. Kalba Hanging Garden
The first best place to visit is Kalba Hanging Garden. This is the newest and coolest attraction in Kalba, Sharjah. Kalba Hanging Garden, which was only inaugurated last March immediately became a favorite destination in Sharjah, especially Kalba.
It is a 1.6 million square foot botanical area with over than 100,000 trees. You can imagine how beautiful the scenery is created by the green trees. In this place, you’ll find lots of green space, beautiful flowers along the road, and a cool waterfall.
This area is designed to be enjoyed by all ages. Here’s what they have: a children’s play zone, a mountain climbing route for adults, and a huge skater’s rink.
What’s even better is that you only need to pay AED 5 for the entrance ticket! Afterward, you can start your journey across this vast park on the 820-meter-long train, and you can stop directly at stations close to access to the park’s various attractions.
Wear comfortable shoes, a wide-brimmed hat, and bring a camera! This place is too beautiful not to record.
Location: Hanging Garden Kalba
2. Kalba Corniche Park
One of the popular destinations in Kalba is Kalba Corniche Park. Kalba Corniche Park is located along the coastline in the city of Kalba, Emirate of Sharjah, offering beautiful coastal views and a variety of recreational facilities.
This park includes public facilities, so it is free for everyone to access. You don’t need to pay to enjoy this park. Apart from that, this park is also easily accessible from the city center.
As you walk along the Cornichе, you’ll be greeted by refreshing sea breezes and stunning views of the blue waters, creating the perfect atmosphere for relaxation and introspection.
What can you do at Kalba Corniche Park?
- Enjoy the sea view. You’ll have stunning views over the Gulf of Oman, ideal for relaxing with friends and family. Come in the afternoon to enjoy the sunset.
- Jogging and walking. Kalba Corniche Park has paths for walking and jogging. The track is quite long, you can enjoy it for morning and evening exercise.
- Picnic area and children’s play area. This place is also ideal for a picnic, there are lots of tables and benches. Many families come to this park to have a picnic, enjoy a barbeque, and enjoy the play area for children.
If you want to visit Kalba Corniche Park, it is better to come in the morning or afternoon because the weather will be pretty warm. This is also an ideal time to enjoy sunset views along the coast.
Location: Kalba Corniche Park
3. Al Hefaiyah Lake
Al Hefaiyah Lake is the newest destination launched for nature lovers after the Hanging Gardens. Located between the Hajar mountains, stretching over an area of 132,000 m2, this lake was built with the aim of being a water reservoir in the area. It has a 3.2 KM long water channel which will channel water circulation from outside the mountains including rainwater.
This new place is the best place that tourists must visit in Kalba.
Location: Al Hefaiyah Lake
What can you do at Al Hefaiyah Lake?
- Enjoy the view, by walking or driving around the lake
- Outdoor play for children. With a very large play area, families can bring their children to play here.
- Hiking. There is also an 11.7 KM hiking trail here, suitable for adventure fans. Various hiking trails with varying levels of difficulty are ready for you to conquer.
- Rent a boat and go kayaking. You must try these two water sports with friends and family.
4. Kalba Waterfront Mall
Another best places for tourist to visit is Kalba Waterfront Mall. This place is famous for its serene lake views with mangrove forests all around. Whether you come with your family or on a solo shopping trip, this is an ideal place to explore.
All shops, and stalls, including restaurants both outside and inside, are designed so that visitors or buyers can enjoy a beautiful and fresh atmosphere, by walking on the promenade that surrounds the lake. They have beautiful gardens, play areas for children, and restaurants with delicious culinary delights.
Choose a restaurant that offers outside seating, while enjoying dinner with stunning views of the lagoon.
Location: KALBA WATERFRONT MALL
5. Kalba Beach
Kalba Beach is another popular place in Kalba which is always busy with visitors on weekends. Located in an urban area and easily accessible to anyone. With a long coastline, seawater, and bright sand, you don’t need to hesitate to dive straight in.
The coast of Kalba Beach is free for visitors. If you stay not far from the beach, you only need to walk a short distance to the beach. The beach also has a beach restaurant and toilets, so you can relax all day in peace, swimming and sunbathing.
Location: Kalba Beach
6. Kalba Fort
A visit to Kalba, Sharjah is incomplete without stopping by Kalba Fort. Kalba Fort was built in the 18th century as a defensive fort against enemy attacks. The architecture and design of this fort will increase visitors’ insight into the past of this area, and how this fort protected the area from pirate invasions.
Kalba Fort was opened as a heritage site in December 1996. You can still see the remains of village houses around the fort that are over 500 years old. Then since 2021, this place has begun to be converted into a museum to invite tourists.
Location: Kalba Fort
7. Khor Kalba Mangrove Center
The next best place to visit in Kalba is Khor Kalba Mangrove Center. Khor Kalba is a conservation reserve covering extensive mangrove forests. Managed by the Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA), currently, 4600 young trees have been planted, equivalent to 0.6 ha. Mangrove trees planted along the lagoon aim to help regenerate the ecosystem, including providing new habitat for endemic species. One of them is a habitat for the Arabian collared kingfisher, a species that you can only find in Kalba.
Things to do in Khor Kalba
You can follow a guided tour group to enjoy the pleasures of this nature reserve, such as:
Birdwatching. Remember to bring a camera with a telephoto lens, because you can see and immortalize rare bird species here.
Nature trails and a guided kayak tours. Nature trails and kayak tours. You can walk around and enjoy nature around the mangroves, learning about the ecosystem directly. Take a guided kayak tour to tour the mangrove forest from a different perspective and get the chance to see wildlife up close.
The best time to visit is in the morning because the animals are actively out for activities. At the same time, you can explore the mangrove forest in more comfortable weather.
Location: Khor Kalba Mangrove Centre
8. Al Hefaiyah Mountain Conservation Centre
Al Hefaiyah Mountain Conservation Centre is the next best place to visit in Kalba. This 12-kilometer square nature reserve was established in 2016 for mountains and wildlife. Home to over thirty species of native wildlife.
You’ll get the chance to see wildlife up close. There is a 1.5-mile trail with an observation deck if you want to enjoy a more relaxed exploration. Smaller mammals and reptiles are in indoor cages, while animals such as the Arabian Tahr are in larger outdoor cages.
They only close on Mondays, while on other days there are certain hours to open or close.
Entrance fee, AED 25 for adults, and free for children.
Location: Al Hefaiyah Mountain Conservation Center
9. Al Hafiya Hiking Trails
The Al Hafiya Hiking Trails in Kalba is close to the Mount Al Hefaiyah Conservation Center, so this would be a great addition to your activity after stopping by the conservation center.
This is the best place to visit and try out for nature lovers. There are two paths that can be explored according to ability. For beginners, you can start from the Al Hefaiyah Lake Route, the route is quite gentle at the start, and close to the lake. If you want an even higher adventure, you can climb from the Eastern Mountain Trail, which leads to different peaks.
Location: Al Hafiya Hiking Trails
10. Kalba Bird of Prey Centre
The Kalba Bird of Prey Center is a conservation center for birds of prey in this area. Here you can watch and observe various predatory birds directly, such as eagles, falcons, owls, and vultures.
At this facility, you can watch demonstrations of extraordinary hunting skills, such as free-flying demonstrations and then swooping down to target prey. Whether you come with your family or come alone as a bird enthusiast, the Kalba Bird of Prey Center will give you different memories and experiences.
Location: Kalba Bird of Prey Center
Now you know the 10 best places to visit in Kalba, Sharjah
With its pristine beaches, rich cultural heritage, and diverse wildlife, Kalba has become a destination for travelers looking for a more immersive experience.
If you’re interested in exploring Kalba, contact us and we’ll take you there straight away!
