Wahiba Sands (A’Sharqiyah Sands) — With its massive dunes, multicolored sands, Bedouin and camels, Oman looks like something out of a movie.
Sur: A Turtles’ Paradise
Yes, there are old castles and beautiful beaches, but most visitors come to Sur to watch the mother turtles who migrate here each year lay their eggs.
Bahla Fort: A UNESCO World Heritage Site
The jewel of this small village is the immense Bahla Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Birkat Al Mawz: A Glimpse into History
Though most of the village has been abandoned for more than 100 years, many dwellings have withstood the test of time.
Wadis: Nature’s Aquatic Wonders
Each year, the wadis (valleys) around Rustaq fill with water, creating stunning waterfalls and refreshing pools. The Wadi Darbat (pictured) empties into the Persian Gulf.
Salalah: A Unique Climate Experience
Unlike the rest of Oman, Salalah’s summer temperatures are actually tolerable, thanks to the cooling monsoon season. A UNESCO-listed frankincense plantation and biblical sites are among the area’s popular attractions.
Discover the Fjords of Musandam
The fjords in Oman remain warm year round, with average winter temperatures of about 23 C (73 F).
Wadi Ghul: The Grand Canyon of Oman
From the peaks of the Al Hajar Mountains, Wadi Ghul drops down almost one kilometer.
Experience Jebel Akhdar: The Green Mountain
Jebel Akhdar (‘The Green Mountain’) stands out among the mountain ranges because of its unexpected greenery. Pomegranates, figs, roses, almonds, and barley are all grown on its peak.
