Mountain Tour - Darbat falls, Jebel Samhan, sinkholes, baobabs

5.0 (23 reviews) Oman
Duration6h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesCzech, Arabic, Slovak, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

On this private tour you will explore the most fascinating natural sites in Dhofar mountains. You will be astonished by the green nature of Wadi Darbat where you can see cascades, huge waterfall and also camel herds crossing the azure waters of Darbat river. Then you will proceed higher to the Jabal Qara mountains to reach the impressive Tawi Attair (Well of Birds) sinkhole. Over the rim of the abyss you can look down to the depth of 211 metres. Next stop on the route will be the huge canyon-like sinkhole Tayq which is one of the largest sinkholes in the world. Afterwards you will arrive to the stunning viewpoint on the edge of Samhan mountains escarpment. From the elevation of 1340 m you will have the opportunity to view the vast Dhofar plain and the sea coast. Last stop will take you to the picturesque Hinae valley where you can admire the forest of giant baobab trees.

What's included

  • Soda/Pop
  • Bottled water

What to expect

  1. 50m
    Enjoy a short walk in Darbat valley which boasts greenery all year round, dip your feet in azure waters of Darbat river and take a snapshot with camels or make a panoramic photo of Darbat´s huge escarpment with seasonal waterfalls.
  2. 30m
    Walk around the edge of one of the largest sinkholes in the world. The sheer volume of 90 million cubic metres will take your breath away.
  3. Teeq Cave and Tawi Ateer Sinkhole
    30m
    Short walk to the edge of 211 m deep abyss in Dhofar Mountain range. Get amazed by the views to the breathtaking depth of the Tawi

    Attair sinkhole.
  4. Jabal Samhan
    30m
    You will observe the vast Dhofar plain from 1340m high viewpoint on the edge of the tremendous escarpment of Jebel Samhan mountains. You can also spot rare dragon trees in the area.
  5. Jabal Samhan
    40m
    Explore the baobab forest in Wadi Hinae - the only place on the Arabian peninsula where you can see the huge baobab trees.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick up all travelers from all hotels and apartments in Salalah, Taqah and Mirbat, from the Port of Salalah, and from Salalah International Airport.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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