Jebel Shams, Balcony Walk & Al Hamra Village

5.0 (3 reviews) 8–12 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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Jebel Shams, Balcony Walk & Al Hamra Village — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

Topping just above 3,000m, Jebel Shams (‘Mountain of the Sun’) is the highest peak on the Arabian Peninsula. It is not uncommon to see snow and hail in the winter months, and in the summer months is still prone to inclement weather. Within this environment is what is commonly called Oman ‘Grand Canyon’, a majestic semi-circular canyon, mid-way around the rim of which is the ‘Balcony Walk. Although generally classified as ‘moderate’ in intensity, the drops can be sheer so walkers should be comfortable with heights. On the return trip to Muscat the 400-year old village of Al Hamra offers some glimpses into the traditional village living of years gone by.

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At a glance

Duration: 8–12 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–4
Guide: English
Operated by: Golden Highlands

What is included

Included

Included: Lunch

Itinerary

Jebel Shams

3 hours

We will drive directly from Muscat to Jebel Shams, taking the twisting turning road to the very top plateau
Wadi Ghul - Oman's Grand Canyon

4 hours

We will stop at the top of the plateau and look down and across the Grand Canon. Time to enjoy the cool breeze and take photos

Then we will drive down and begin the hike around the rim of the Grand Canyon, to the abandoned village, and return.
Al Hamra

2 hours

We will drive to Al Hamra Village, and wonder through the abandoned mud-brick houses

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Pickup points

Seeb Airport
Al Hail Waves Hotel Managed by Centara

We can usually arrange to collect guests from any location within Muscat

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.