Turquoise water, canyons and a hidden cave
Follow Oman’s spectacular coastal road towards Sur for one of the most popular adventures in the country. Swim in the natural pool of Bimmah Sinkhole, then take a small boat across the lake at the mouth of Wadi Shab. From there, hike through a canyon of towering cliffs and palm groves to reach crystal-clear pools and a cave with a waterfall inside.
Highlights
- Swim in the blue-green water of Bimmah Sinkhole
- Short boat ride and scenic hike into Wadi Shab
- Swim through a narrow gap to the famous waterfall cave
- Views of the coast and fishing villages along the way
What’s included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver-guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Muscat
- Wadi Shab boat crossing
- Bottled water and snacks
Not included
- Lunch
- Swimwear and towels (dry bags and water shoes can be rented)
Good to know
- Duration: about 9 hours
- Moderate fitness needed: about 1 hour of hiking each way on a rocky trail
- Swimming is needed to reach the cave
- Tours can be cancelled if rain makes the wadi unsafe
Learn more about Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole.
Itinerary
- 07:00 – Pick-up from your hotel in Muscat.
- 08:30 – Bimmah Sinkhole: swim and relax (about 1 hour).
- 10:00 – Wadi Shab: boat crossing, hike, pools and the waterfall cave (about 3.5 hours).
- 13:30 – Lunch stop in Tiwi or Fins beach (own expense).
- 14:30 – Drive back along the coast, arriving in Muscat around 16:00.
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- Photo: albinfo / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
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- Photo: albinfo / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
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- Photo: Francesco Bini / 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.
