The pack includes a detailed area map, trekking guide. Trekking in western al hajar mountain in oman, october 2016. A must for seasoned professionals and novice hikers alike, the guide pack contains information on 12 hikes in the western and eastern hajar mountains, and muscat, with easytoread directions, safety advice and useful tips. Walking in oman forts, deserts and mountains hajar mountains, oman oman is one of arabias true gems a land of rugged coastlines, deep wadis and vast deserts where tradition and progress go hand in hand. Hiking archives beyond the route oman travel guide. Oman link page with map exploring by car and on foot. Trekking despite the rough terrain, hiking remains the best way to enjoy the sultanates wonderful mountainous nature. This exceptional trekking holiday in oman, explores the most dramatic sections of the al hajar range of mountains which run the length of omans northern coastline, rising above the blue waters of the gulf to a height of 3000 metres. The countryside is mostly rugged and the trails are loose, but trekking is by far the best way to enjoy oman s spectacular mountainlandscape. Al aqor al ain sayq village a lovely terrace walk through the villages with nice views into wadi muhaydin. A night under the stars in oman is an experience never to be forgotten.
Meticulously researched and presented with detailed original cartography, this comprehensive guide is the key to discovering a remarkable landscape. Mostly a natural, rocky trek to the highest point in oman. Wilderness trekking in oman is a practical guide for hiking in the western hajar, following some 200km of mountain trails. Indulge in activities like trekking, hiking and diving and explore oman the real way. At one time oman had its own empire, which at its peak in the 19th century stretched down the east african coast with its capital in zanzibar, and vied with portugal and britain for influence in the gulf and indian ocean. The formations in the rock, the changes in colour and texture are all visible when you look at the different layers and understand. It has 1700km coast line along the indian ocean and the sea of oman. Hiking during the peak summer months from april to june is highly not advisable as the heat can get extremely dangerous and there is a big probability of getting a heat stroke while doing any outdoor physical activity. It is a practical guide for hiking in the western hajar, which is the western portion of the main mountain range in the sultanate of oman. With infinitesimal desert dunes, sandstone forts that seque seamlessly into surrounding sands, wadis filled with turquoise water that feel like magical sanctuaries when you dive into them, and three seas to choose from for coastal escapism, oman adventure holidays are about extremes. Theres something refreshing about unassuming and forwardthinking oman. You can make different excursions of varying degrees of difficulty.
Adventure nation provides amazing trekking tours packages at best prices. This trek through the eastern hajar mountains is undoubtedly one of the most spectacular in the country, taking us from the white sandy. We started this wonderful trek trekking route w6 and enjoyed every bit of it. Embark on one of our small group tours to oman, and your expert local tour leader will show you the very best that this enchanting country has to offer a city of contrasts, muscat is a blend of old and new. Trekking in oman is fast becoming a popular activity. Oman sits on the very tip of the arabian peninsula, next to the united arab emirates, saudi arabia and yemen. Here, history and modernity live in perfect harmony frankincensefilled markets and modern mosques go together perfectly, after all. The trekking season is generally from september to may, but the best period is october to april. We are fit, and love the outdoors so good hikes are what were looking for, with good views and really just to be away from the city and back in nature. It all worked out fine, driving a rental car was easy as roads were good and signs in arabic and english. Wilderness trekking oman, 200km traverse of the western hajar mountains. Tour operator in oman, specialized in adventure tourism. He uses whats app audio to communicate and you can also call him by whats app be aware that he might be.
Trekking in nepal short, easy, adventurous, newly opened. Oman neighbours with the golf of oman in the north and the arabian sea in the east. The sultanate of oman has border with yemen, saudi arabia, and the united arabin emirates. This 5day trekking itinerary will take students deep into the al hajar mountain range, home to omans most stunning mountains, jebel shams the mountain of the sun and jebel akhdar the green mountain. The countryside is mostly rugged and the trails are loose, but trekking is by far the best. Students will trek with experienced guides across varied terrain steepsided wadis.
Oman mountain trekking routes ottsworld travel blog. Oman, jebel shams part 3trekking to abandoned village in. We did 2500 km of heavy gravel roads and off road, and have seen excellent geology, worldclass exposures and have experienced an amusing hospitality. The riyam muttrah hike is a great way to spend an early morning or later afternoon if you dont have too much time to devote to hiking in oman. Hello, im planning a 5 day trip to oman in may with a friend, and wondered if anyone could recommend any trekking trips, or routes that we could do. Discover the most beautiful places, download gps tracks and follow the top routes on a map. The musandam peninsula forms the ormuz straight together with iran. We wanted to hire a car but not a 4wd and do easily accessible day treks independently. In case someone is interested in trekking experiences in oman, heres a report of our trip in december 2012. Oman active vacation hiking in oman trekking in oman. The large central region of the country is a desert plain, and the coasts are mountainous. We use cookies to improve your experience on our website. Oman tours small group adventure holidays to oman explore. The countryside is mostly rugged and the trails are loose, but trekking is by far the best way to enjoy omans spectacular mountainlandscape.
Book now and get best deals for trekking tours packages. Oman is an extremely hot, humid and sunny country, which makes hiking in oman very challenging. Hikers can even retrace the steps of the sas who ran an expedition up to jebal akhdar in the 1950s. This is evident in the way they treat their horses and the importance placed on horse riding events, including flat and endurance racing. We hired a 2wd and arranged transport with 4wd when needed. This exceptional trekking holiday in oman, explores the most dramatic sections of the al hajar range of mountains which run the length of omans northern coastline, rising above the blue waters of the gulf to a height of 3000. Visit oman trekking guides on your trip to nizwa or oman. Known as the regions leading mapping specialists and adventure publishers, explorer publishing was invited to work closely with sultanate of oman ministry of tourism to produce and retail oman trekking, a selection of hiking routes to help adventurers discover breathtaking routes across the country.
His english is quite good and he is funny, friendly, very open and reliable. The name of this web page, hajarhiking, comes from hajar which is both the name of the mountains and arabic for rock. Visas for oman are required for passport holders from the following countries. A land that becomes more pleasurable on each visit. On oman walking holidays trek through omans wilderness, stomp along dry wadis, ramble across the rugged hajar mountains or through jebel shams, omans grand canyon. Beautiful and remote, often almost entirely inaccessible, these harsh rocky slopes with their breathtaking views of oman are largely unexplored. Go beyond the cities, where the desert, mountains, mudbrick villages, and. There are many grades and a gulf leisure guide will come prepared and be aware of the groups limits. But a unique feature of golden highlands is that they have hosted groups of international geologists and therefore are also familiar with the hidden gems of omans geology. The new trekking routes put up in 2003 help mark the paths.
For best results, use the customized trip planning widget for oman trekking guides on your website. Oman trekking 1st edition, isbn 9768162628 oman explorer isbn 9768162075 oman 2 day. Trekking mountains and deserts of oman mountain kingdoms. In this report, i concentrate on information that may be useful for other trekkers, particularly on how to access routes, trying not to repeat info that can be found in any travel guide. The sultanate of oman is a country of enormous diversity and natural beauty with a rich history of horse riding. Trekking in isan is quite a different experience from trekking in northern thailand.
Above 1,900 meter altitude trekking is possible all year round. Oman is a laid back and hospitable trekking destination with friendly people, a lovely coastline, wild mountains and wonderful trekking possibilities. I try to give info here that may be useful for other trekkers, particularly on how to access routes. Head out on an adventure tour in oman and have the active holiday of your life. All other nationalities should check with your nearest embassy or consulate. Oman trekking routes and maps sultanate of oman ministry of tourism muscat, oman known as the regions leading mapping specialists and adventure publishers, explorer publishing was invited to work closely with sultanate of oman ministry of tourism to produce and retail oman trekking, a selection of hiking routes to help adventurers discover breathtaking routes across the country. The mountain ranges and deserts of oman offer wonderful locations for trekking, camping, and 4wd touring. Record your own trail from the wikiloc app, upload it. Fire and ice, fashioned from the desert wind, gift of god, horse. Nepals rich and diverse flora and fauna is what is on offer for those who choose to undertake these treks. Muscat mountain trekking abseiling rock climbing oman. From 20th april 2018, all tourist visit visa applications must be made online prior to arrival to oman.
This is the last part of our journey injebel shams, oman. Walking on old donkey paths, youll discover old villages, walk wadis upstream to have a refreshing bath or up the mountain to have breathtaking views over canyons and valleys. Oman trekking routes and maps sultanate of oman ministry of tourism muscat, oman. Visitors to your site will appreciate you offering them help with planning their vacation. We travelled to oman in december for our second trekking trip in the country. Tour operator in oman, specialized in adventure toursim. Even though, as for a capital, it remains quite a small city.
Dive into a maze of bustling souks and barter with the locals. Oman treks, oman small group tours trekking, walking. Oman is the oldest independent state in the arab world and is one of the more traditional countries in the gulf region. It has all the advantages mentioned above, plus users to your site can conveniently access it directly on your site. Adventure trekking in oman dale, anne, hadwin, jerry on. From there the path levels to reach the southern summit of jabal shams qarn al ghamaydah at an altitude of 2,997m. Our treks cut through beautiful mountain scenery west of khon kaen taking you to some very remote places that go not just beyond the beaten path, but sometimes beyond any path at all. Trekking to the base camp of the highest mountain in the world, mount everest, and to the high passes which were and still are trading routes, is a onceina lifetime opportunity.
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