Mirfa is renowned as a historical fishing town.The Mirfa Sea has the reputation of having the best fishing in the entire region. It is also famous for drawing aquatic enthusiasts from all over the world.The annual event of Al Gharbia Watersports Festival, a 10-day extravaganza filled with wonder, water and world-class athletes is held at Mirfa beach adjacent to the hotel. Kiteboards, surf, ski, kayaks in the waves to chilled-out camping and concerts on shore, the Watersports Festival is destined to be the wettest wildest week in the UAE. Besides the sporting competitions that include wakeboarding, beach volleyball and beach football, the festival is known for watersports photography competition and night camp activities with music concerts and festive food stations as well as a traditional 'souk' to satisfy eager shoppers.
