Jebel Akhdar & Jebel Shams Tours & Holidays
Jebel Akhdar & Jebel Shams Small Group Tours & Tailor-Made Holidays
The limestone peaks of Al Hajar form the highest mountain range in eastern Arabia, paralleling the coast of the Gulf of Oman and stretching south-eastward in a 700 km arc. Rising up out of the surrounding desert, these spectacular mountains reach a maximum height of 3075 m on Jebel Shams ('Mountain of the Sun'), which lies in Jebel Akhdar, at the heart of the range. Fed by many wadis, remarkably fertile gardens and plantations hide in this essentially desert landscape. Wadi Ghul is the largest ...
The limestone peaks of Al Hajar form the highest mountain range in eastern Arabia, paralleling the coast of the Gulf of Oman and stretching south-eastward in a 700 km arc. Rising up out of the surrounding desert, these spectacular mountains reach a maximum height of 3075 m on Jebel Shams ('Mountain of the Sun'), which lies in Jebel Akhdar, at the heart of the range. Fed by many wadis, remarkably fertile gardens and plantations hide in this essentially desert landscape. Wadi Ghul is the largest and best known of these valleys, and supports a great variety of flora, fauna and nomadic peoples. In Jebel Shams you will also find one of Oman's greatest natural wonders, the Wadi Nakhr Gorge. Inside the canyon, you can haggle with the local rug weavers, trek to the cliff dwellings along the canyon rim and visit remains of towns once occupied by Persian settlers.
Best experiences
Admire the Hajar Mountains
Rising over 2000 metres above the surrounding countryside, the Hajar Mountains hide within them a rugged network of wadi channels that have carved an array of dramatic canyons and caves, some of which have cliff dwellings along the canyon rim.
Experience Wadi Ghul
Wadi Ghul, located at Jebel Shams, is colloquially known as 'Oman's Grand Canyon' and for very good reason. The 1000m sheer drops are not for the faint of heart, but those okay with heights will be rewarded with breathtaking views and truly memorable walks.
Explore Omani Villages
The 'Green Mountain' offers an amazing walk between the villages of Al Aqr, Al Ayn and Ash Shirayjah. The area is stunning and rich with produce like Damask roses, pomegranates and juniper trees - a great way to experience local Omani life.OUR FAVOURITE PLACES TO STAY
Alila Jabal Akhdar, Jebel Akhdar
Built to fit in with the rugged and dramatic surroundings of the Al Hajar Mountains, Alila Jabal Akhdar is an eco-friendly hotel with stunning views over the gorge and sumptuous grounds filled with…
Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar, Jebel Akhdar
Al Jabal Al Akhdar is part of the fabled Al Hajar Mountains and is home to the highest 5 star luxury resort in the Middle East. 2,000 metres above sea level, the Anantara is placed on the edge of a…
Jebel Shams Resort, Jebel Shams
Set on Oman's highest mountain, the Jebel Shams Resort consists of a collection of 29 chalets and tents all providing wonderful views across the landscape. All are comfortably fitted out with the…
Misfah Old House, Misfat Al Abriyeen
Misfat Al Abriyeen is a mountain village with interesting architecture built from rock, mud and stone. Within the old farming village is Misfah Old House, an authentic stone house with a welcoming,…
Sahab Resort & Spa, Jebel Akhdar
The Sahab hotel is a unique hotel situated on the Saiq Plateau, located 2,000 metres above sea level, of Jabal Al Akhdar. The cooler climes of the western Hajjar Mountains area welcome retreat after a…