Top Activities on the Ground in Nizwa

Recommended items to enjoy your experience: - sun protection: sunscreen, lip balm, hat, sunglasses - comfortable shoes - swimming gear - healthy snacks As a rule of thumb, please inform someone you know when you are starting the hike and when you expect to return. If needed, trekking poles could be arranged at an extra charge. - Please do not leave trash behind and if you see any trash laying around, kindly do the community a favour and collect it. - All participants should follow instructions of the Hiking Guide. - If you have any chronic diseases or any injuries, please let us know beforehand.

Exploring the history of Oman with a moving cart that feel you are living in the past. The tour is comfortable as you are driven by an echo, quite and classic looking cart. Suitable for all ages and interactive. visitors will see the daily social life in most conservative cities in the country in term of custom and living style. A tourism tour of about 30-40 minutes around the old village, al Aqr, in Nizwa. The tour explores the city's heritage village, historical ruins, old irrigation system and architectural mud houses. The tour is by echo carts, educational, interactive and entertaining. The tour guide will explain some architectural information about the mud houses The tour is like passing through open museums while seated, open cart and being close to the real old life of Oman.

This hike starts from the Wadi (a dry waterway) just minutes from the hotel grounds. You can get an accurate picture of the natural wadi systems, admiring the various shrubs and shrubs in this fertile mountain landscape and the formations of the rocks. The hike ends near an impressive rock formation, which becomes a spectacular natural waterfall in the rainy season. Climb up to discover the abandoned village of Sarab (which is closest to the hotel), the original home of the local people. Some are closely associated with the hotel today. Go on an expedition, go into the houses and put yourself in the life of that time not so long ago. You can get on the gravel path to the main road leading to the hotel. Location: Al-Jabel Al-Akhder Mountain ( 2 1/2 From Muscat) Level 3 Challenging Some steep or exposed sections. Mid to good fitness required. Time: 3 hour

Hike over the cliffs of Oman's highest mountain, Jebel Shams, to peak. To explore the hidden sights and beauty of the country, this outdoor activity is the best way to get to know the mountain community Your Omani ENGLISH-speaking tour guide can discuss with you before the trek begins. He supports you with his off-road vehicle in exploring the hiking and trekking trails Jebel Akhdar and Jebel Shams if you take a break and want to continue on foot instead. It has challenging routes, but also easy walkways to enjoy the greenery and the wonderful oasis around the mountains Visit the ancient ruins, take a break, and enjoy a homemade lunch in your guide before continuing your tour.

Fitness Requirements No prior experience nor special fitness required since it is a rather light trek and anyone can enjoy the walk. It is kids friendly, however, we highly recommend keeping kids close by and under supervision at all time. Essentials This hike is easy, but do not underestimate the heat in the area. Recommended items to enjoy your experience: - sun protection: sunscreen, lip balm, hat, sunglasses - comfortable shoes - healthy snacks As a rule of thumb, please inform someone you know when you are starting the hike and when you expect to return. If needed, trekking poles could be arranged at an extra charge. Red Tape - Please do not leave trash behind and if you see any trash laying around, kindly do the community a favour and collect it. - All participants should follow instructions of the Hiking Guide. - If you have any chronic diseases or any injuries, please let us know beforehand.

Scenery Brief description of the views during the walk. Red Tape * Please don’t leave trash behind and if you see any trash laying around, kindly do the community a favour and collect it. * All participants should follow instructions of the guide * If you have any chronic diseases or any injuries, please let us know beforehand. Location: *Al-Jabel Al-Akhder Mountain *( 2 1/2 From Muscat) Time: 2 hour

We will take you in a 40-minute drive to the starting point at Aqbat Al Biyut. This unique hike leads along an 8.6 km long donkey trail with a breathtaking view of the valley landscape. We descend to one of the most beautiful villages in Oman. Masirat Al Jawamid is at the bottom of the valley. Immediately below are beautifully cultivated gardens. Our excursion ends at the upper part of the waterfall, where, in addition to the impressively terraced gardens, you can admire the 650 m higher hotel complex Alila Jabal Akhdar. A unique place to get some great photo shots before we go back. Location: Al-Jabel Al-Akhder Mountain ( 2 1/2 From Muscat) Level 4 Strenuous Continued physical exertion required over several hours. May require technical skills. Time: 5-6 hour