Look: Ras Al Khaimah’s latest attraction, Jais sledder

Visitors enjoy the new Jais sledder ride at UAE's highest peak, in Jebel Jais. The 1,885-metre toboggan run that winds down through the Hajar mountain range, offering riders panoramic views as they go, was officially opened on February 16.

Jebel Jais peak is already renowned for being the epicentre of adventure in the United Arab Emirates and the outlying Middle East. RAK Leisure and Ras Al Khaimah Chamber of Commerce and Industry have proudly increased their appeal by adding the thrilling Jais Sledder.

The launch of Jais Sledder at Jais Adventure Park will provide an exciting new attraction for thrill-seekers and families to enjoy.

The Jais Sledder sits comfortably on a low-slung track. You’ll reach up to 40 kilometres per hour as you hurtle down the Hajar mountain range swerving through glorious panoramas with views of the spectacular coastline.

The fully-controllable ride takes about eight minutes to cover 1,840 exhilarating metres of hairpin curves and undulating waves.

The Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority said the new attractions will “integrate seamlessly into the mountain ecosystem”.

The Jais Sledder is built to the highest safety and technical standards and are designed to seat two people comfortably, one in front and the other in the back. You are safely secured into the sled, and each sledder has access to the braking system.

Tickets in bundles of one or three can be purchased from the ticket counter at the ticket office at the ride's base or the Jais Adventure Centre.

Visitors can head to the mountains and enjoy a variety of activities, including the Jais Flight, the world's longest zipline, Jais Sky Tour and the Bear Grylls Explorers Camp.

Tickets start from Dh40 for one adult ride and Dh60 for one adult and child ride. Booking is recommended, particularly over weekends and busy holiday periods; however, it is not mandatory.

A visitor enjoys the new Jais sledder ride at UAE's highest peak, in Jebel Jais.