{"id":118648,"date":"2020-01-03T21:50:00","date_gmt":"2020-01-04T02:50:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/news\/guide-travel-man\/"},"modified":"2026-05-09T05:30:10","modified_gmt":"2026-05-09T05:30:10","slug":"guide-travel-man","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mp-2702.milesopedia.dev\/en\/guide\/destination\/guide-travel-man\/","title":{"rendered":"Oman: Travel guide | Itineraries and Highlights"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Things to see in Oman<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n

A trip to Oman is an opportunity to discover a country that is unknown, safe, and above all full of hidden treasures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here’s an overview of the major attractions and tips to make your stay easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Muscat<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The bustling capital is a good place to start. Stroll along the cornice where small restaurants, mosques and shops follow one another.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Go through the fish market<\/strong> and souk of Mutrah<\/strong>. Some short hikes are possible to see Muscat from above if you are ready to face the heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Djebel Shams<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The false grand canyon of Arabia<\/strong> is the destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Several hiking trails are possible, some of them horizontal, therefore without any climb like the Balcony walk<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The canyon is free to visit like all natural attractions. It is possible to drive to the edge of the canyon and camp there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A magical experience to live.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nizwa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

On my list of must-sees, the cattle market<\/strong> which takes place on Friday morning from 7-9am at the Nizwa public market will make you live an extraordinary experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The rest of the market is also very interesting and surprisingly clean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wadi Shab<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Superb natural oasis for bathing<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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You will have to pay for a small boat to cross the river from the parking lot and then follow an easy trail (accessible for families) to get to this little piece of paradise. Swimming in the clear water, jumping from the rocks, and if you go up the river in the water, you will come to a hidden cave. In the cave there is a small waterfall from which you can jump and even make tarzan rope.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You’re sure to fall in love!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bimmah sinkhole<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Another natural and sublime place to cool off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First an ideal park for picnicnicks<\/strong>, you can then soak in the turquoise water of this little hidden treasure. Located directly on the side of the road and requiring no approach steps. What more could you ask for?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wadi Bani Khalid<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Sea resort<\/strong> to bathe in a natural environment, with a fitted restaurant. Accessible for all because directly next to the parking lot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It is possible to bathe in the different baths. Ask the locals working on site where the hidden waterfall<\/strong> is or the way to the cave (15 min walk).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In the cave, you can experience two different temperatures from one room to another and even swim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wadi Dayqah Dam<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A short stop at the Wadi Dayqah Dam will not disappoint you. Breathtaking scenery<\/strong> and a small grassy road stop for a snack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bait Al Safah Museum<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Located in the village AL-Hamra, this small traditional house is transformed into a museum. Not so well marked, but everybody in the village will know where it is<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The guide introduces us to the traditional Omani way of life. The women on site show us how they used different products and get us involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Excellent opportunity to take a culture bath and ask all our questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Musandam Peninsula<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This peninsula in the northeast of the country also called the little Norway of Arabia <\/strong> because of its fjords is a real delight for the eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Crystalline water<\/strong>, high sand-coloured rocky mountains, vertiginous serpentine roads, vintage boats and diverse marine fauna; this is what awaits you in this little corner of paradise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take the opportunity to make the scuba diving<\/strong>, you won’t be disappointed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Excursion in a traditional Dhow boat<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Several options are proposed:<\/p>\n\n\n\n