Highlights of Oman - 8 Days
Who is this trip for
Genders
- Female50%
- Male50%
Average age
Start / End
- Muscat
- Muscat
Physical rating
Group size
1 - 16Meals included
9Highlights
- Time to explore the city highlights of Muscat
- Visit a turtle sanctuary
- Watch the sunset from a desert camp
- Visit the cattle market in Nizwá
- Marvel in the canyon views of Jebel Shams
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Summary
Oman remains one of the last great undiscovered parts of the Middle East. Here, ancient heritage melds beautifully with modern living. Overnight in the dramatic Wahiba Sands desert after visiting the Ras al Jinz Turtle Reserve to observe the endangered species’ nesting process. Still looking for something off the beaten path? Visit Wadi Nakhr, also known as the Grand Canyon of Oman, to get even deeper into Oman’s ethereal beauty — natural and otherwise.
Itinerary
Day 1
Muscat
Arrive at any time.
Day 2
Muscat
Modesty is mandatory for everyone when visiting the Grand Mosque. Men must wear long pants and shirts must cover shoulders (if you have tattoos, they must be fully covered by your clothing). Women must be fully covered including heads, full arms and full legs. We recommend not wearing jewelry unless it is fully covered by your clothing. Proper Omani outfits for men and women can be rented should you wish, and our CEO will be happy to answer any questions or assist in preparing the correct outfits to visit the mosque.
Day 3
Muscat/Ras al-Jinz
Leave Muscat behind and drive along the coast towards the picturesque Bimmah Sinkhole. Continue to Sur, renowned in the past for its dhow shipyards, before reaching Ras al-Jinz on the coast. After an early dinner, visit the turtle sanctuary, where green turtles come from thousands of kilometres away to lay eggs at night.
Day 4
Ras al-Jinz/Wahiba Sands
At Wahabi Sands we will stay at a desert lodge with restaurant and cafe. We will overnight in comfortable tents with beds and private bathrooms, there is no A/C in the tents.
Day 5
Wahiba Sands/Nizwá
Leaving the desert behind, we head towards Ibra and visit the impressive Jabrin castle. Continue towards Nizwá, stopping at the historic fortress of Bahla along the way.
Day 6
Nizwá
Wake early to take part in the Nizwá cattle market. Watch locals buy and trade the best livestock, from goats to cattle directly from the herders. Continue to the town of Al Hamra and visit the renowned stone houses of Misfat Al Abriyeen and learn about the Falaj network, Oman's ancient water supply system. Return to Nizwa via Jebel Shams and take in view of Wadi Nakhr known as the Grand Canyon of Oman.
Day 7
Nizwá/Muscat
Drive through Wadi Bani Awf and take in the beauty of the steep mountain cliffs before reaching the end point ("Snake Point") of the gorge. Continue to Muscat for the evening.
Day 8
Muscat
Depart at any time.
What's Included
Accommodation
Hotel (6 nts), desert camp (1 nt).
Meals
Breakfasts: 7, Lunches: 1, Dinners: 1
Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.
Vegetarian options availableLocal Guide
GuidedThis adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.
Wifi
Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.
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Customer reviews & ratings
Overall I really enjoyed this trip and would not hesitate recommending Oman to fellow travellers. It is somewhere a bit different this trip is a great way to see the Northern part of Oman! Having done a few Intrepid trips before I found it quite similar to this, but on this trip specifically there was more free time which was appreciated in the heat and with the long days
Nicola Oct, 2024 VerifiedGreat adventure, great people, great memories Everything is well organised and the guides are experienced and friendly
Harry Sep, 2024 Verified
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