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Masafi to Dibba (E89), Hajar Mountains, Fujairah
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Drives Fujairah, United Arab Emirates Fujairah, Khor Fakkan and the East Coast

Masafi to Dibba (E89)

Masafi-Dibba Road, Dibba Truck Road, E89 · Masafi → Dibba

Leisurely21 mi30 min1,300 ft climbHigh point ≈ 1,700 ftOne way
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The drive

E89 runs north from Masafi through the Hajar foothills to Dibba on the east coast, 34 km (21 mi) in about half an hour. It is a wide, smooth road with gentle curves, a relaxed mountain-valley cruise rather than a twisty one. Masafi sits at the inland entrance of Wadi Ham, and the road leaves it for Dibba on the east coast.

For part of the way the route follows the Dibba Truck Road, E189, which is signed for heavy vehicles, so trucks share the carriageway. The drive ends in Dibba, where E99 begins the coast road south toward Khor Fakkan. Masafi itself is known for its Friday Market, about 5 km west of the town on the Dhaid road.

Along the way

  1. Masafi (E89 north)
  2. Dibba (E89)
Elevation
1,300 ft of climbing · high point ≈ 1,700 ft
MasafiDibba
Curves
Mostly gentle curves
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GentleHairpins

Good to know

  • Trucks use the Dibba Truck Road section, so expect heavy vehicles.
  • Stay on paved roads; sedans should avoid gravel tracks and wadi routes.
  • Summer days are very hot; early mornings and the cooler months are more comfortable.

Open all year, weather permitting. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check Fujairah Tourism and Antiquities Authority.

Questions about this drive

How long does Masafi to Dibba take?

The E89 road from Masafi to Dibba is 34 km (21 mi) and takes about 30 minutes.

Is the Masafi to Dibba road twisty?

No. The curves are mostly gentle, and it is a wide, smooth road through the foothills.

Are trucks allowed on the Masafi to Dibba road?

Yes. Part of the route follows the Dibba Truck Road, E189, which is signed for heavy vehicles.

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Distance, time, elevation, curves and intensity are from Carve's route. Checked 2026-10-28.

Map of Masafi to Dibba (E89), from Masafi to Dibba