Al Hefaiyah Mountain Conservation Centre
مركز الحفية لصون الجبال
A wildlife conservation center in the Kalba mountains where you can see Arabian leopards, Arabian tahr and other mountain species up close.
The Al Hefaiyah Mountain Conservation Center, run by the Sharjah Environment Authority, showcases native wildlife of the Hajar mountains, including critically endangered Arabian leopards, Arabian tahr, striped hyenas, caracals and birds of prey. The exhibits are built into the mountainside, with indoor viewing windows. Trails around Al Hefaiyah Lake beside the center make it suitable for families with children. The nearby Kalba Birds of Prey Center is also worth a visit. Admission costs a few dozen dirhams. The center is usually closed on Mondays, so please confirm with official sources.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–17:30; closed Mondays (check official source)
Nearby sights
- Khor Kalba Mangrove Reserve
- Kalba Fort & Bait Sheikh Saeed
- Sheikh Zayed Mosque Fujairah
- Al Hayl Castle
- Fujairah Museum
- Fujairah Corniche
- Fujairah Fort & Heritage Village
- Ain Al Madhab Gardens