An Extended Oman Adventure

Spend the day exploring Muscat’s beautiful coast, in search of dolphins and stopping at a private bay for lunch on board. Snorkel to coral reefs and keep an eye out for turtles.

Drive along the coast to the limestone crater Bimmah Sinkhole and afterwards go for a refreshing swim in Wadi Shab. Continue to the fishing town of Sur, home of the traditional Omani dhow boats and dhow factory, and onwards to the turtle reserve.

Gain an authentic insight into traditional Omani culture with this guided visit to the coastal village of Sidab. Upon arrival in the village, you’ll be welcomed into a home to meet the women behind the project, learning about their customs, heritage and the role they play in its preservation.

Continue with an interactive cooking class led by skilled home cooks, who’ll instruct you in the preparation of local dishes using fresh ingredients and traditional recipes passed down through generations. Sit down to eat with your hosts, enjoying the shared experience of connection made possible by the efforts of a united community.

Meet your bicycle guides in Al Hamra. First, they will take you to Bahla, where you will visit the fort and the pottery souk. Bahla Fort and the surrounding facilities are part of the UNESCO World Heritage. Then you will continue to Jabreen Castle, a magnificent castle that dates back to the 17th century.

For a daring way to experience the breathtaking beauty of Oman’s landscape, set out on a journey that incorporates a section of via ferrata, Italian for ‘iron path’. Then, make your way along the mountain to discover a natural cave that stretches into the mountainside. Step out onto a 20-metre-high rope suspended over the valley below as you make your way across to a secret cave on the other side.

This hike offers breathtaking views of Jebel Akhdar, through the mountain villages where you will find ancient irrigation systems and green terraces built into the mountainside. You’ll stop at the Saiq Plateau at Diana’s Point (named for the late Princess of Wales who visited by helicopter to marvel at the extraordinary vista).

Your Bedouin guide will pick you up from the hotel and take you on a journey through the Qara Mountains towards Thumrait. Stop for a private lunch set up underneath a frankincense tree, after you will reach the famous ruined town of Ubhar, the sunken Atlantis of the desert. Tonight you will camp in the Wadi Malhit region, famous for its black camels. Enjoy a starry night sky and a warm campfire as you listen to local tales.

Explore the beauty of the Rub Al Khali Desert today. On the way to Hashman, admire the stunning sand dunes with over 1001 different shades blending together. Set up camp in the midst of a unique setting surrounded by 200m high dunes. During a sunset hike, appreciate the beauty of the world’s biggest sand desert and experience the Bedouin culture with an authentic Omani dinner around a campfire.

After breakfast in the desert, leave behind the Empty Quarter and head towards Salalah’s west coast. Your journey will lead you to the Bedouin villages of Bithnah and Muday. We suggest a picnic in Rakhyout, during which you get to enjoy the pristine ocean view, before continuing to white sand beaches and the blowholes of Mughsayl. After driving on a windy road surrounded by frankincense trees, you will reach your hotel.

Explore the Southern region of Oman as you visit the Qara Mountains, the tomb and mosque of Old Testament prophet Job. Next stop is to the magnificent sandy beach of Mughsayl, an area characterised by its limestone cliffs, blowholes and the Marnif cave. Afterwards, visit the nearby Khawar Lagoon, home to flamingos, pelicans and storks. End the day with a drive up the mountains for a breath-taking view of the volcanic mountains.