Escape to the Green Mountain
At 2,000 metres above sea level, Jebel Akhdar is one of the most beautiful places in Oman, and one of the coolest. In a private 4×4, we drive up the steep mountain road to the Saiq Plateau. There, you will walk through ancient terraced villages, discover gardens of pomegranates and roses, and enjoy dramatic views over deep canyons.
Highlights
- 4×4 drive up one of Oman’s most spectacular mountain roads
- Village walk through Al Ain, Al Aqar and Saiq along terraced gardens and falaj channels
- Panoramic views from Diana’s Viewpoint
- In spring, see the rose harvest and a traditional rosewater distillery
- Optional stop at Nizwa Souq on the way back
What’s included
- Private 4×4 with experienced driver-guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Muscat
- Bottled water
Not included
- Lunch (mountain restaurants and resorts available)
Good to know
- Duration: about 9 to 10 hours
- Easy walking on village paths with some steps
- Bring a warm layer from November to February
Learn more about Jebel Akhdar.
Itinerary
- 07:30 – Pick-up from your hotel in Muscat.
- 09:30 – 4×4 drive up the mountain from Birkat al Mouz, with photo stops.
- 10:30 – Village walk through terraced gardens and old villages (about 2 hours).
- 12:30 – Lunch with a canyon view (own expense).
- 14:00 – Diana’s Viewpoint and seasonal visit to a rosewater distillery.
- 15:30 – Drive back to Muscat, arriving around 17:30.
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- Photo: Ketan Mehta / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0
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- Photo: Philipp Weigell / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0
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- Photo: Ekrem Canli / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
Price
Price on request. Every tour is private and tailored to your group, so the price depends on group size, dates and pick-up location. Send a request below or message us on WhatsApp and we will reply with a quote, usually within a few hours.
