Day 2

Tiwi– Wadi Shab – Wadi Tiwi –  Desert Camp

We first visit Wadi Shab. The highlight of Wadi Shab is to swim through the keyhole to see the waterfall inside the cave. Bring some suitable foot wear that you do not mind getting wet and be careful some of the rocks on the way to the cave are slippery. Bring a waterproof camera if you have one! After lunch we will drive along Wadi Tiwi to the village of Midham. Here we will descend through lush fields to the beautiful waterfall below. Be aware it is quite a step climb. After catching our breath we drive to the desert camp  to get there in time to see the sunset over the golden dunes.

Day 3

Desert Camp – Camel Ride* – Wadi Bani Khalid – Muscat

After breakfast it is possible to take an optional camel ride. We will then drive to  Wadi Bani Khalid. The Wadi has deep blue pools surrounded by spectacular mountains and date palms making it a perfect place to soak up the sun, go for a swim and absorb some of Oman’s natural beauty. Wadi Bani Khalid is one of Oman’s most popular destinations and can be very busy at weekends or local Holidays. Bring your swimming gear! A swim in the rock pools is a must.

Day 1

Muscat – Nizwa – Jabrin – Bahla – Desert Camp

We drive from Muscat to Nizwa through the Sumail gap, this is the main pass through the Hajar Mountains linking the coast with the Interior. At Nizwa we will visit the Fort and the Souq and perhaps purchase a souvenir. A must see is the Date market you can taste the many various types.  Choose your favourite and perhaps purchase a few for the journey. We will next visit Jabrin castle and then Bahla Fort (UNESCO world heritage site) After lunch we drive to the Desert Camp.

Day 2

Desert Camp – Wadi Bani Khalid – Sur – Turtles 

After breakfast it is possible to take an optional camel ride. We will then drive to  Wadi Bani Khalid. The Wadi has deep blue pools surrounded by spectacular mountains and date palms making it a perfect place to soak up the sun, go for a swim and absorb some of Oman’s natural beauty.  Bring your swimming gear! After lunch we will drive to Sur. We will visit the boat yard to see the Dhows being built in the old fashioned way that has not changed for hundreds of years. From Sur we drive to the Turtle reserve. The Turtle tour will be at 2100 hrs. 0r at 0500 hrs.

Day 3

Ras Al Jinz – Wadi Shab – Bimmah Sink Hole

Today we drive back along the coast through Sur to Wadi Shab. The highlight of Wadi Shab is to swim through the keyhole to see the waterfall inside the cave. Bring some suitable foot wear that you do not mind getting wet and be careful some of the rocks on the way to the cave are slippery   Bring a waterproof camera if you have one!  After lunch we will drive back to Muscat stopping along the way at the Bimmah Sink Hole.

Day 1

Muscat – Nakal – Wadi Bani Awf – Over the top – Jebel Shams 

Our first stop is at Nakhal to explore the fabulous Nakhal Fort and hot springs. A quick dip in the hot springs is possible if not too crowded so bring along your swimming gear! From Nakhal we drive towards Rustaq turning off to drive through the stunning Wadi Bani Auf.  We pass the fearsome Snake Gorge to arrive at the picturesque village of Bilad Sayt. Now prepare yourself for the adrenaline rush you will receive when we drive up the gigantic cliff face! Please note this road is often closed after rains so an alternative route must be taken. We will stop at the top to admire the views before proceeding down the mountain and then up the other side to the mountain of the sun Jebel Shams.  

Day 2

Jebel Shams – Misfah – Jabrin – Bahla – Nizwa – Desert Camp

After what might be a chilly start we drive a short way to peer over the edge into the Grand Canyon of Oman and then we head back down the Jebel, to the quaint village of Misfah Al Abriyeen. We take a stroll along the Falaj irrigation channels and paths. From Misfah we drive to Jabrin Castle along the way we will stop to see the  UNESCO world heritage Bahla Fort. From Jabrin it is a short drive to Nizwa where we will visit the Souq and perhaps purchase a souvenir. A must see is the Date market you can taste the many various types. After lunch we head for the Desert Camp which is hidden away deep in the Wahiba sands to escape all light and noise pollution from the nearby town of Badiya. We will arrive before sunset to ensure we witness the sun setting over the golden sand dunes.

Day 3

Desert Camp – Wadi Bani Khalid

After breakfast it is possible to go for a camel ride or go for an adventurous drive through the dunes known locally as “Dune Bashing ” Please be aware that dune bashing must be undertaken at your own risk. After leaving the camp it is a short drive  to Wadi Bani Khalid. The Wadi has deep blue pools surrounded by spectacular mountains and date palms making it a perfect place to soak up the sun,  and absorb some of Oman’s natural beauty. Wadi Bani Khalid is one of Oman’s most popular destinations and can be very busy at weekends or local Holidays. Bring your swimming gear! A swim in the rock pools is a must. After drying off we have lunch at a local restaurant and then drive back to Muscat.

Day 1

Muscat – Nakal – Wukan – Hazm Castle – Over the Top – Hotel

This tour includes what I think is the prettiest village in Oman and two of its most impressive forts We first stop at Nakal to visit the fort.  We then visit the hot springs where if it is not to crowded it is possible to bathe. From Nakal we drive towards Rustaq and turn off to drive through Wadi Mistal and into the Ghubra Bowl. It is a steep drive out of the Wadi to the village of Wukan. This probably is the most picturesque village in Oman. We park and then walk up through pretty gardens with fruit trees, almonds, pomegranates, apricots and dates. Beside the path is a Falaj with flowing water and many pools After  lunch  we drive to Al Hazm castle this is by far my favorite fort/castle in Oman it is beautifully restored has one of the best collection of canons in the world. From Hazm we drive to  Wadi Bani Auf. We pass the fearsome Snake Gorge to arrive at the picturesque village of Bilad Sayt.  Now prepare yourself for the adrenaline rush you will receive when we drive up the gigantic cliff face! We spend the night at a Hotel up here. Note it might be cold!

Day 2

Hotel – Misfah Al Abriyeen – Jabrin – Bahla – Jebel Shams

After breakfast we make our way down to the quaint village of Misfah Al Abriyeen, enclosed by spectacular date palms and cliff faces. We take a stroll along the Falaj irrigation channels and paths. From Misfah we will drive to see Jabrin Castle and afterwards Bahla Castle which is a world UNESCO heritage site. We then continue our trip up towards the highest mountain in Oman Jebel Shams (The Mountain of the Sun). The views from the top of the Jebel are magnificent. Anyone for Base Jumping? 

Day 3

Jebel Shams – Balcony walk – Nizwa – Muscat

After breakfast we drive the short journey to the start of the Balcony walk. This walk is not too arduous and is suitable for most people of moderate fitness. It meanders along just below the edge of the Grand Canyon and leads to a rock pool and an abandoned village at the end of the path. The scenery is truly spectacular. After gathering our breath, we drive back down the Jebel to Nizwa to visit the Nizwa Fort and the Souk and then after lunch we drive back to Muscat

Day 1

Muscat – Nakal – Wukan – Hazm Castle – Over the Top 

This tour includes what I think is the prettiest village in Oman and two of its most impressive forts We first stop at Nakal to visit the fort.  We then visit the hot springs where if it is not to crowded it is possible to bathe. From Nakal we drive towards Rustaq and turn off to drive through Wadi Mistal and into the Ghubra Bowl. It is a steep drive out of the Wadi to the village of Wukan. This probably is the most picturesque village in Oman. We park and then walk up through pretty gardens with fruit trees, almonds, pomegranates, apricots and dates. Beside the path is a Falaj with flowing water and many pools After  lunch  we drive to Al Hazm castle this is by far my favorite fort/castle in Oman it is beautifully restored has one of the best collection of canons in the world. From Hazm we drive to  Wadi Bani Auf. We pass the fearsome Snake Gorge to arrive at the picturesque village of Bilad Sayt.  Now prepare yourself for the adrenaline rush you will receive when we drive up the gigantic cliff face! We spend the night at a Hotel up here. Note it might be cold!

Day 2

Hotel – Misfah – Nizwa – Desert Camp

From the Hotel we drive down the Jebel to visit the ancient village of Misfah Al Abriyeen. The village sits on a mountain ledge surrounded by date plantations. Some of the oldest preserved houses in Oman can be seen here. Next we drive to Nizwa  We visit the imposing Nizwa fort with its great circular tower, it was built during the mid 17th century by Imam bin Saif Al Yarubi and afterwards we check out the Nizwa souk and perhaps purchase a souvenir. After lunch we head for the Wahiba sands and to a secluded Desert Camp

Day 3

Desert Camp – Camel Ride – Wadi Bani Khalid – Muscat

After breakfast it is possible to go for a camel ride or go for an adventurous drive through the dunes known locally as “Dune Bashing ” Please be aware that dune bashing must be undertaken at your own risk. After leaving the camp it is a short drive  to Wadi Bani Khalid. The Wadi has deep blue pools surrounded by spectacular mountains and date palms making it a perfect place to soak up the sun,  and absorb some of Oman’s natural beauty. Wadi Bani Khalid is one of Oman’s most popular destinations and can be very busy at weekends or local Holidays. Bring your swimming gear! A swim in the rock pools is a must. After drying off we have lunch at a local restaurant and then drive back to Muscat.