Around Dubai via Gantout

Route overview

This flat, moderate distance ride suits riders looking for a mainly paved loop with minimal climbing.

72.9 km flat loop ride from Dubai through Ghantoot and Gantout in the United Arab Emirates.

This 72.9 km circular route starts and finishes in Dubai, passing through the places of Ghantoot at 33.5 km and Gantout at 36.3 km. The route remains almost completely flat, with a maximum elevation of 18 m reached at 31.8 km and a minimum of 2 m at 52.7 km. The first half of the route accounts for just under half of the total elevation gain of 27 m. The route predominantly follows minor roads for 66.3 km (92%), with a smaller portion on quiet streets (5.3 km) and a track (0.5 km) making up the remainder. Almost the entire route (99%) is paved. A notable feature is the longest stretch without any café, shop or water supply spanning 61.8 km between km 10.6 and 72.4. Facilities include a bar called Bounty Bar near 10.6 km, toilets at 9.4 km, and the iSki Water Ski Club attraction near 11.3 km, all slightly off-route.

Highlights

• Passing through Ghantoot at 33.5 km
• Route reaches 18 m elevation at 31.8 km
• iSki Water Ski Club attraction near 11.3 km
• Longest dry stretch 61.8 km with no shops or water

Practical information

Surface

Paved

Route shape

Loop

Riding time

2–3 hours riding

Season

May, June and September with temperatures between 28 and 29 6C.

Best months

Dec to Feb — daily highs of 25–27 °C in those months

Know before you go

• 61.8 km stretch from 10.6 km without café, shop or water
• 25.2 km steepest 500m section only 0.8% gradient

Routes are for inspiration. Roads, surfaces and conditions change — check locally and ride within your limits.