Outdoor adventure
Wadi Shab hike and swim
A short boat crossing, a rocky walk up a canyon and a swim through turquoise pools in one of Oman's best-known wadis.
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What is Wadi Shab hike and swim and who is it for?
A short boat crossing, a rocky walk up a canyon and a swim through turquoise pools in one of Oman's best-known wadis. Duration: 8 hours. Group size: 8–40 people. Setting: Outdoor. Price from €95 per person. Popular locations include Muscat.
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Group size
- 8–40 people
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Physical intensity
- High intensity
- Price from
- €95 per person
- Available in
- Muscat
Wadi Shab lies on the coast road between Muscat and Sur, around two hours' drive from the city. A small boat takes the group across the mouth of the wadi, and the walk begins between palm groves and high limestone walls.
The trail is rocky and uneven and takes about 45 minutes each way at an easy pace. At the end, guests can swim through a series of clear pools; strong swimmers can continue through a narrow gap to a cave with a small waterfall. Our guides set the pace for the group and stay with slower walkers.
The day includes a picnic lunch and can be combined with a stop at the Bimmah Sinkhole on the way back to Muscat.
Included
- Return transfer from Muscat
- Boat crossing at the wadi entrance
- Experienced trekking guides
- Picnic lunch, water and fruit
- Dry bags
Not included
- Swimwear and towels
- Water shoes (available as an add-on)
Sustainability practices
Accessibility
Requires a reasonable level of fitness and sure footing on uneven rock; swimming is optional. Not suitable for wheelchair users. Modest swimwear is expected in the wadi, as it is used by local families.
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