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Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Group Full Day Tour

By GidOman
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €62 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Discover the incredible oasis of Wadi Shab - one of the last places in Oman where you can chill in fresh blue water surrounded by mountains.
Start the tour with pick up from your hotel in Muscat or meeting point (depending on the selected option). Hop into an air-conditioned vehicle and set off on a 2-hour scenic drive through the otherworldly landscapes of Oman. Along the route, stop at a local coffee shop to try an energising Omani tea. When you arrive at your destination, hidden away in the canyon of the dry river Wadi-Shab, take a very quick boat ride to the other side of the bank. From here, embark on your 40-minute hike. During the walk, experience the awesome power of nature which has forged the rock formations of this impressive canyon.
On the way back, stop to see a beautiful lake located in the Bimmah Sinkhole. Finally, return to the vehicle and begin the drive back to Muscat where you will be dropped off at your hotel or meeting point (depending on the selected option).

Activity location

  • Wadi Shab
    • Tiwi, Oman

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Wadi shab tour guide
    • 111, Tiwi, Oman

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

Meeting Point Option

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Sarooj Al Fair or Mc Donalds: Travellers should be at the meeting point in time (McDonald’s behind Muscat International Airport or Sarooj Al Fair)
Starting point:
Al Fair الفير, 2141 شارع مدينة السلطان قابوس، Muscat, Oman

Language options: English
Starting time: 08:00
Price details
€61.57 x 1 Adult€61.57
Total
Price is €61.57
Until Tue, 28 Jul

Pick-Up from Hotel

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Pick-up from Hotel or AirBnb: We’ll pick you up from your hotel in Muscat for a seamless start to your tour. Note: areas in Seeb are not included for pick
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 08:00
Price details
€79.16 x 1 Adult€79.16
Total
Price is €79.16
Until Tue, 28 Jul

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Lunch (except during the month of Ramadan)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Meeting point or pick up from hotel (Depending on the selected option)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    tour guide tips:)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    WiFi on board
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    For the "Wadi Shab only" option, pick-up from Muscat is NOT included.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Note: areas in Seeb are not included for pick-up

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children below 7 years old are not allowed to participate in this tour due to the physical activities and safety requirements involved.
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Wadi Shab

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Discover Wadi Shab: A Natural Jewel of Oman Embark on a breathtaking journey to Wadi Shab, one of Oman's most sought-after natural attractions. Nestled in the heart of the Al Sharqiyah Region, this canyon offers a picturesque fusion of clear freshwater pools, cascading waterfalls, and majestic cliffs. Our tour promises: Stunning Scenery: Meander through terraced plantations, glistening waters, and dramatic rock formations that tell tales of nature's craftsmanship over millennia. Refreshing Dips: As the Omani sun shines down, dive into emerald pools to cool off, or challenge yourself with a swim to a concealed waterfall within a secluded cave. Memorable Hikes: Traverse well-trodden paths and occasionally wade through gentle waters, making your journey as exhilarating as the destination. Local Insight: Our knowledgeable guides will share the lore of the land, ensuring a rich and informed experience.

Wadi Shab

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Lunch will be served at a local café and includes chicken or fish with rice, fresh salads, and a refreshing lemon mint drink, with a vegetarian option available.

Bimmah Sinkhole

  • 30m
Bimmah Sinkhole is a water-filled depression, structurally a sinkhole, in the limestone of eastern Muscat Governorate in the Sultanate of Oman. A lake of turquoise waters, it is 50 m by 70 m wide and approximately 20 m deep. It is only about 600 m away from the sea, between the coastal towns of Ḑibāb and Bimmah. The sinkhole was formed by a collapse of the surface layer due to dissolution of the underlying limestone. However, locals believe that it was created by a meteorite, ‘Hawaiyat Najm’, which translates to ‘The Falling Star’ in Arabic, and hence the name. To preserve the sinkhole, the local municipality developed a park, Hawiyat Najm Park , around it, along with a stairway leading down to the lake.

Location

Activity location

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    Wadi Shab
    • Tiwi, Oman

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Wadi shab tour guide
    • 111, Tiwi, Oman
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Al Fair الفير
    • 2141 شارع مدينة السلطان قابوس
    • Muscat, Muscat Governorate, Oman

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