Wadi Arbayeen

Overview

On this scenic day tour from Muscat we will drive down to the seaside town of Quriyat, before visiting the Bimah Sinkhole and Wadi Arbayeen.

The town of Quriyat or Qurayyat is the ideal place to start the tour as it lies barely 80km from Muscat and is the first town of importance on the drive South from the capital. We will be driving through the mountains as the road here cuts straight through rugged Eastern Hajjar range and is a pleasurable drive with smooth roads and views of rocky mountains, narrow valleys as we cross tiny mountain villages.

When we arrive at this seaside fishing town, we can spend some time exploring the town itself before heading over the four hundred year old Quriyat fort.

We then proceed to drive along the picturesque waterfront passing by an inland stream where you will have an opportunity to spot flamingoes, eagles, and other birds before heading towards the coast for a tour of the Bimah Sinkhole. This spectacular Sinkhole, also known as Bait al-Afreet is located at the small Hawiyat Najm Park and consists of a giant limestone crater with clear blue-green water at the bottom.

After spending some time at the Bimah Sinkhole, we will take an adventurous route through the spectacular mountains to reach Wadi Arbayeen, situated in the Al Sharqiyah region of Oman. On exploring this Wadi you will be delighted to find that it’s rocky face is surrounded by date trees and liberally populated with numerous lakes, waterfalls, and deep pools of water. We will take a break to enjoy a picnic lunch here before driving back to our drop off point. Enjoy the scenic drive back as we cross many sights including Wadi Mazara.

Days:
7 Days a Week (Qurayat castle is closed on Fridays and Saturdays as per google info)
 
Special Note-
Above rate is based on 4wd vehicle applicable for one pax. Supplement is applicable if there are more passengers. (04 Pax maximum in one 4wd)
Please wear comfortable clothes and walking shoes.

• Return Transfers by 4WD
• Pick up and Drop off as per itinerary
• Services of an experienced English/Arabic speaking chauffeur
• Picnic lunch
• Water during the excursion

• Any personal shopping
• Refreshments
• Additional areas you may wish to visit