Wadi Shab & Wadi Tiwi; Fins Beach & City of Sur

Wadi Shab and Wadi Tiwi are truly one of the natural wonders of Oman - year-long fresh-water rivers and waterfalls cascade through the valley, along side picturesque cliffs, caves and ancient villages. Both wadis are easily accessible, perfect for children.

Bimmah sinkhole has legendary status, folklore tells us that a comet descended from heaven and landed where the sinkhole is today.

Oman is renown for it's sandy, deserted beaches, surrounded by estuaries, deserts and an abundance of local flora and fauna - all within easy distance of Muscat city.

Itinerary

Day 1: Wadi Shab, Wadi Tiwi, Overnight Camp on Fins Beach

Stop At: Wadi Shab, 50km West of Sur, Sur 411 Oman
DAY 1: Depart from Muscat and drive directly to eastern coastal side of Oman. Here we will start with Wadi Shab- a fresh water river, waterfall and caving experience, it is truly one of the natural wonders of Oman. The easy hike (suitable for children) begins with a short boat ride across the estuary, continues on foot for approx. 45 mins, then descends into the cool turquoise waters of the Wadi. A short swim and the waterfall is in sight.
Duration: 4 hours

Stop At: Wadi Tiwi, Tiwi Ash Sharqiyah, Al Sharqiyah Oman
Once we have finished at Wadi Shab we will go right next door to Wadi Tiwi – a beautiful oasis wadi, also fed by natural fresh water springs.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Fins Beach, Oman
Overnight camping will be directly on the waterfront at Fins Beach, where we will cook and enjoy a delicious BBQ dinner together.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camping on the beachfront

Day 2: Bimmah Sinkhole, Sur City

Stop At: Bimmah Sinkhole, Hawiyat Najm Park, Muscat Oman
After a delicious home-made camp breakfast, we will start the day with a refreshing swim in Bimmah Sinkhole local legend tells us that the sinkhole was formed when an asteroid fell to the earth – truly it is an out-of-this-world experience.
Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Sur, Sur, Ash-Sharqiyah Governorate
Afterwards we will drive to the maritime city of Sur where we will tour the traditional ship yard and visit the Old Town. A short scenic route through the sandy estuaries to a deserted beach where we will relax and enjoy the deserted sandy beach and picnic lunch together, before driving back to Muscat.
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.