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Trekking in Oman

Oman is an amazing place for exploration and discovery, especially by foot in its spectacular mountain scenery

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18 July 2013

Last updated on 3 September 2017
Trekking in Oman

Oman is an amazing place for exploration and discovery, especially by foot in its spectacular mountain scenery. The country is the best kept tourism secret of the Gulf region, having striking scenery, friendly people and year-round sunshine. The great thing about this region is that you can go trekking all year round and the routes are marked for beginner, intermediate and expert levels allowing you to choose the best trekking route for you.

Oman Trekking

Adventure Trekking in Oman by Anne Dale & Jerry Hadwind introduces the uninitiated and curious to the myriad pathways and fabulous staircases criss-crossing the country's fascinating mountains. There, the climate is almost perfect for walking and provides relief from the hot plains and coastal areas. There are also dipping pools where one can cool off in the valleys. The trekking also provides routes for climbers where they can use their gear.

Due to the incredibly hot summers in Oman the trekking season is usually from September to May when the temperatures are a bit cooler. It is virtually impossible to go trekking in the summer months as there are very real dangers of dehydration. Of course if you are trekking above the 1900m altitude than trekking is possible year round. Trekking is by far the best way to enjoy the mountainous landscapes of Oman. Remember that even though 1900m above sea level sounds like a high altitude it is a little less than Johannesburg, South Africa so it is not as taxing. Getting away from the summer heat to be in nature is a wonderful experience that only Oman can offer in the Gulf region, so take advantage.

There are various tour operators that specialize in trekking tours around Oman. This activity varies in degrees of difficulty and it is even easy for novice trekkers to enjoy. For more experienced mountaineers with their own equipment it is possible to choose your own trekking routes, just keep safety at the forefront of your mind. There are brown coloured signposts that will keep you on track. Trekking Oman Explorer is a great guide for trekking.

Trekking in Oman


Some of the best trekking routes are

* Western Hajar, including Jebal Shams, Oman's highest peak
* Eastern Hajar - inland from Sur
* the Wahiba Sands desert
* the Capital Area around Muscat and the adjacednt coastline

"Oman will offer you dramatic and beautiful scenery, deserts, mountain ranges with fascinating wadis and many miles of unspoiled beaches. The country is safe, unspoiled, prosperous and hospitable. The mountain ranges and deserts offer wonderful locations for trekking, camping, and 4WD touring. "A night under the stars" in Oman is an experience never to be forgotten.” - www.ganeandmarshall.com