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From Muscat: Wadi Shab & Bimmah Sinkhole Full-Day Tour

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From Muscat: Wadi Shab & Bimmah Sinkhole Full-Day Tour

Activity provider:GidOman

4.9

182 reviews

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Discover the main attraction of Wadi Shab, a magical waterfall within a cave, during this full-day tour. Take a 40-minute hike to reach the destination, where you can also dive into a couple of pools. Marvel at the Bimmah Sinkhole on the way back.

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Duration 8 - 9 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Russian, Arabic
Pickup optional
Pickup is from your accommodation in Muscat.
Private group available

Experience

Highlights
  • Discover the impressive natural scenery of Wadi Shab and the Bimmah Sinkhole
  • Take a 40-minute hike through the canyon and swim at the waterfall
  • Enjoy a small-group tour with an passionate and experienced guide
  • Try a delicious Omani tea at a local coffee shop along the way
  • Benefit from comfortable return transfers to and from Muscat
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Discover the incredible oasis of Wadi Shab - one of the last places in Oman where you can chill in fresh blue water surrounded by mountains. Enjoy a rewarding full-day experience as you explore this spectacular waterfall in a cave.

Start the tour with pick up from your hotel in Muscat. Hop into an air-conditioned vehicle and set off on a 2-hour scenic drive through the otherworldly landscapes of Oman. Along the route, stop at a local coffee shop to try an energizing Omani tea.

When you arrive at your destination, hidden away in the canyon of the dry river Wadi-Shab, take a very quick boat ride to the other side of the bank. From here, embark on your 40-minute hike. 

During the walk, experience the awesome power of nature which has forged the rock formations of this impressive canyon. Observe how the local farmers live and work, maintaining their crops in rough, rocky lands using the old irrigation system as their water supply.

Be sure to bring along your waterproof cameras and shoes so that when you reach the lake you can snap some photos and walk around the magnificent site. 

Admire the cascade of the waterfall and take a refreshing dip in the beautiful blue water to cool off from the heat. On the way back, stop to see a beautiful lake located in the Bimmah Sinkhole. 

Finally, return to the vehicle and begin the drive back to Muscat where you will be dropped off at your hotel and the tour concludes.

Includes
  • Lunch (except during the month of Ramadan)
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Snacks
  • Tips
  • WI-FI
Not suitable for
  • Children under 6 years
  • People with mobility impairments
  • People with heart problems
  • People afraid of heights
  • Non-swimmers
  • People with high blood pressure
  • People with low level of fitness

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What to bring

  • Swimwear
  • Change of clothes
  • Towel
  • Hiking shoes
  • Waterproof camera
  • Water shoes

Know before you go

  • You will be contacted with your hotel pickup time details 24-hours before the start of the tour
  • During the month of Ramadan, this tour does not include lunch
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4.9 /5

based on 182 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5
  • Service
    4.8/5

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The tour was awesome! Everything was true as it was described at the website. The driver came on time with a comfortable Toyota Hiace, AC was on all the trip, we had fruits, unlimited amount of cold water, ice cream, a delicious lunch. The service was amazing and worth the trip cost. Beside, the tour guide Abdullah was nice and friendly, explained the origin of the valley, the precaution measures along the river. The nature is spectacular. We first went up along the river up to the cave. Dived a little bit deep and found ourselves in the cave where we had fund, jumped off the 5-meter cliff into the deep water. The cave and waterfall were wonderful and refreshing, especially during a hot noon. Finally, we went to the Sink Hole. This place worth seeing as well. Overall, I would definitely recommend having this tour. 11/10. All the best!

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June 6, 2023

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We had a lovely day in the Wadi with Abdullah. The scenery is amazing and lovely to swim in the mountain pools. Abdullah was great and very helpful throughout the day. It was very hot but plenty of water and snack’s were provided as well as a full lunch after the hike. I would recommend this tour but be aware that you need to be reasonably fit and comfortable swimming in deep water as swimming is not optional to reach the end!

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This excursion is really worth it. We are picked up directly at the hotel, given water, watermelon as a snack and an excellent lunch with options for vegetarians. We are also lent swimming shoes and waterproof bags for phones if necessary. Our guide, Abdulrahman, was great, and led us and swam with us in Wadi Shab. I really recommend this trip!

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