The Hatta Honey Bee Discovery Centre, officially called the Hatta Honeybee Garden and Discovery Center, is a working bee farm and nature education centre on Al Fay Road in Hatta, Dubai, set among the Al Hajar Mountains about 130 km from Downtown Dubai. Run by Hatta Honey since 2018, the 16,000 square metre garden has more than 300 active beehives, native Sidr, Samar and Ghaf trees, guided hive tours in protective bee suits, honey tasting, workshops and a honey shop. It opens daily from 9 AM to 5 PM with last entry at 4 PM, tickets cost AED 50 per person including VAT, and the minimum age for tours is 3 years. Book your ticket and transport with White Sky Travel and Tourism on WhatsApp at +971 4 220 2133 and pay with Tabby, Tamara or UAE credit cards in up to 12 months installments. Prices and timings may change and terms and conditions apply.
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Hatta Honey Bee Discovery Centre quick facts
- Official name: Hatta Honeybee Garden and Discovery Center
- Location: Al Fay Road, Hatta, Dubai, UAE, in the Al Hajar Mountains
- Run by: Hatta Honey, opened in 2018
- Size: 16,000 square metres with more than 300 active beehives
- Ticket: AED 50 per person including VAT
- Hours: daily 9 AM to 5 PM, last entry 4 PM (Ramadan 10 AM to 4 PM)
- Minimum age: 3 years
- Visit length: about 60 minutes for the tour, 1.5 to 2 hours in total
- Drive from Dubai: about 90 minutes on the Dubai Hatta Road (E44)
- Book with: White Sky Travel and Tourism on WhatsApp, with Tabby, Tamara or UAE credit card installments up to 12 months
Prices and timings may change and terms and conditions apply.
What is the Hatta Honey Bee Discovery Centre?
The garden opened in late 2018 under the guidance of H.H. Engr. Salem Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, and Hatta Honey describes it on its official Honeybee Garden page as the first specialised honeybee garden in the Middle East and North Africa.
Many people expect a simple honey shop, but it is really a working apiary and outdoor classroom. Guides show you live hives, explain how bees survive the hot UAE climate, and share the story of beekeeping in the Emirates. Before you get close to the hives, the beekeepers give you a bee suit and protective gear, and the tour ends with a tasting of local honey. According to Gulf News, the centre produces around 25 tonnes of honey a year. You also learn why local honey from Sidr, Samar and Ghaf trees tastes so different from supermarket honey.
How much is the Hatta Honey Bee Discovery Centre ticket and when is it open?
Here are the current visitor details for the bee garden, based on the official Hatta Honey ticket page.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Ticket price | AED 50 per person, including VAT |
| What the ticket includes | Guided hive tour, bee suit and protective gear, honey tasting |
| Opening days | Monday to Sunday |
| Opening hours | 9 AM to 5 PM |
| Last entry | 4 PM |
| Ramadan hours | 10 AM to 4 PM |
| Entry time slots | Every 30 minutes from 9 AM to 4 PM |
| Tour length | About 60 minutes |
| Group size | Up to 50 visitors at a time |
| Minimum age for tours | 3 years |
| Location | Al Fay Road, Hatta, Dubai, UAE |
Prices and timings may change and terms and conditions apply. Your final price is confirmed during booking.
Things to do at the Hatta Honey Bee Discovery Centre
- Put on a bee suit and protective gear, then take a guided tour to see active beehives up close.
- Join workshops and hands on activities about bees and honey.
- Walk the garden and spot native UAE plants such as Sidr, Samar and Ghaf trees.
- Learn how sustainable beekeeping works and why bees matter for food and nature.
- Taste raw local honey at the end of the tour and pick up Sidr, Samar, Ghaf or wildflower honey to take home.
How to visit the Hatta Honey Bee Discovery Centre step by step
You don’t need a strict plan for this place, but these steps keep the day smooth.
- Message White Sky Travel and Tourism on WhatsApp at +971 4 220 2133 with your date, preferred time slot and number of guests.
- Leave Dubai early. The drive to Hatta takes around 90 minutes on the Dubai Hatta Road (E44).
- Arrive about 15 minutes before your time slot.
- Join the guided tour to see the hives safely with a trained guide.
- Walk the garden path and look for the trees the bees feed on.
- Finish at the tasting area and honey shop.
- Continue to other Hatta sights such as Hatta Heritage Village or Hatta Hill Park.
Best time to visit the Hatta Honey Bee Discovery Centre
The cooler months from October to April are the most comfortable time to visit, and mornings are best all year. Bees are active and the guides can show you more of the hives before the midday heat. Summer afternoons in Hatta get very hot, so pick an early slot between June and September. Weekends and school holidays are busier, so weekdays feel calmer.
What should you wear to the Hatta bee garden?
- Closed shoes rather than sandals or slippers, plus light coloured clothing that covers your arms and legs.
- No strong perfume, as scents can attract or disturb bees.
- A hat, sunscreen and plenty of water for the outdoor garden.
- A face mask, as the official visitor guidelines still list masks for the visit.
- Any prescribed allergy medication if you react to bee stings.
Children must be supervised at all times. If you are planning a family day out, see our list of places to visit in Dubai with family for more ideas.
Fixing common problems at the bee centre
| What you notice | What it usually means | What to do first |
|---|---|---|
| Bees flying close to you | Dark clothes or strong perfume | Stay calm, stand still and move away slowly |
| Fewer bees around the hives | It is the hottest part of the day | Choose a morning time slot next time |
| Kids getting restless | The tour feels long for them | Take a break in the garden with an adult |
| Your favourite honey is sold out | Popular varieties sell fast in peak season | Ask staff about other local varieties |
How do you get to the Hatta Honey Bee Discovery Centre from Dubai?
The Hatta Honey Bee Discovery Centre sits on Al Fay Road in Hatta, around 130 km from Downtown Dubai. The easiest route is the Dubai Hatta Road (E44), which takes about 90 minutes by car. If you don’t want to drive, White Sky can arrange a private transfer or add the bee garden to a Hatta day out. You can also browse our adventure tours in Dubai to combine bees with kayaking, hiking or mountain views.
Nearby places to visit in Hatta
Make the most of your trip by pairing the bee garden with these nearby spots.
- Suhaila Lake Hatta for calm water and mountain views.
- Masfout Ajman, a quiet mountain town just next to Hatta.
- Hatta Heritage Village for traditional houses, forts and shaded walkways.
- Hatta Hill Park for a short climb and wide views over the town.
Keeping your honey fresh later
Raw honey lasts a long time if you store it correctly. Keep the jar sealed in a cool cupboard away from sunlight, and don’t refrigerate it, because cold speeds up crystallization. If your honey turns solid and grainy, it hasn’t gone bad. Hatta Honey explains that crystallization is natural in pure raw honey, and a warm water bath softens it again.
When the bee centre isn’t the right choice
This visit doesn’t suit everyone. If you only want to buy honey, a quick shopping stop in the city may be enough. Anyone with a serious bee sting allergy should speak to a doctor before visiting. During July and August, midday heat makes the outdoor garden uncomfortable, so Hatta Heritage Village and its shaded areas may suit you better.
Book your Hatta bee garden trip with White Sky
A trip to the mountains gives you something completely different from the city skyline, and you’ll leave knowing how desert bees cope with the heat, probably with a jar of fresh honey in your bag. White Sky Travel and Tourism can book your ticket, transport and other Hatta experiences in one message. Pay with Tabby, Tamara or your UAE credit card in up to 12 months installments through our flexible payment options. Message us on WhatsApp at +971 4 220 2133 to plan your visit.
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Overview
Hatta Honey Bee Discovery Centre is the first specialised honeybee garden in the Middle East and North Africa, set on Al Fay Road in Hatta, Dubai. Explore 16,000 square metres of gardens with more than 300 active beehives and native Sidr, Samar and Ghaf trees, join a guided hive tour and taste raw local honey. Tickets cost AED 50 per person including VAT, and the garden opens daily from 9 AM to 5 PM with last entry at 4 PM. Book with White Sky Travel and Tourism and pay with Tabby, Tamara or UAE credit cards in up to 12 months installments. Prices and timings may change and terms and conditions apply.
Highlights
- Guided tour of active beehives in the Al Hajar Mountains
- More than 300 hives across a 16,000 square metre garden
- Native Sidr, Samar and Ghaf trees that feed the bees
- Workshops and hands on activities for families and kids
- Raw local honey tasting and a honey shop
- Easy trip from Dubai with transport and installments through White Sky
