- Days 1–4Muscat
- Days 4–6Wahiba Sands
- Days 6–10Nizwa and Al Hajar Mountains
- Days 1–4Muscat
- Days 4–6Wahiba Sands
- Days 6–10Nizwa and Al Hajar Mountains
An Active Oman Adventure
One of the best ways to experience the beauty of Oman is by lacing up your walking shoes and heading out for an active adventure in the fresh air. We’ll create a trip that hits all the high notes for you when it comes to being outdoors and on the move – whether you're playing golf, exploring Muscat’s coastline by boat, discovering the Omani desert and hiking or biking in the Al Hajar mountains.
Trip highlights
- Enjoy a round of golf at the stunning Al Mouj golf course
- Discover Muscat’s beautiful coastline by boat
- Go on a morning hike with a Bedouin guide in the dunes at Wahiba
- Explore the mountain villages of Jebel Akhdar, the green mountain
- Take a bike ride through the ancient village of Al Hamra
- Spend time climbing in the western Hajar mountains
Our bespoke trips include
We design one-of-a-kind journeys incorporating luxury in all its forms. Our bespoke trips include:
- Luxury accommodation throughout
- Privately guided tours
- Private transfers
- Meticulously selected experiences
- Expertise and support from your Jacada Concierge
Itinerary in detail
Every Jacada trip is tailored to your personal preferences and interests. Below you’ll find a sample itinerary to inspire your own custom-designed journey.
Days 1–4
An introduction to Oman in Muscat
The country’s port capital of Muscat has a blend of historic buildings and modern architecture, combined with vibrant souks as well as numerous mosques and ancient sites. It’s a beautiful city to explore by night, especially Old Muscat with its colourful Al Alam Palace flanked by two Portuguese forts, and the treasure trove that is Mutrah Souk.
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Golf
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Cruise
Enjoy a round of golf at Al Mouj
Spend some time at the stunning Al Mouj golf course, the country’s oceanfront golfing destination. Here you will experience golf on a World Top 100 course that is consistently ranked second in the Middle East. Featuring 18-hole, par 72 championship golf course designed by international acclaimed golf designer Greg Norman.
Walking in the Muttrah mountains
This walk takes you above the ophalite mountains behind Muttrah, where you have a breathtaking view of Muscat’s old town, Muttrah Bay and the mountains. The walking time is around two and a half hours, followed by an authentic meal in a local restaurant.
A private boat trip along Muscat’s coast
Spend the day exploring Muscat’s beautiful coast, in search of dolphins and stopping at a private bay for lunch on board. Snorkel to coral reefs and keep an eye out for turtles.
En-route to Wahiba Sands: Ibra and Al Minzafah
Travel from Muscat to the dune landscape of the Sharqiyah region where you visit the old city of Ibra where on Wednesday mornings a special event takes place: the women souk. It is the only market in Oman where all the merchants and clients are women. Men are “banned” from the scene and meet at a nearby coffee shop to enjoy a chat. The tour continues to Al Minzafah, one of the Sultan’s favourite villages. This part of Ibra is a good example of the old architectural style. The houses are close to 300 years old and are said to be the oldest in the country.
In the Wahiba desert you will visit a Bedouin family to share tea and dates. Enjoy the drive through the elevations whose shapes are changing as the wind blows. Not only do the shape of the dunes change; their colours change with the hours as well: from white in the morning to ochre, almost red in the afternoon.
Days 4–6
Beneath starry skies in the Omani desert
Head away from the towns and cities into the Wahiba Sands for a truly memorable experience of Bedouin life – a Bedouin guide will take you on a two-hour hike through the dunes, and a few nights in a desert camp reward you with astounding night skies and wholesome Omani cuisine.
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En-route to Nizwa: Birkat Al Mauz and Jebel Akhdar
Stop for a short break in Mudayrib. Even from a distance you can see the watchtowers on a small hill around which the village spreads out. Continue to Birkat Al Mauz, an abandoned village at the foot of the mountain. Enjoy a picnic in the date plantation near the Aflaj Irrigation System that is recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. In the afternoon you will drive up Jebel Akhdar, the green mountain: the Saiq Plateau at 2000m and Diana Point offer a beautiful view down to the plains. The point is named after the late Princess of Wales, who landed here in 1990 on a helicopter to marvel the extraordinary vista.
Days 6–10
Ancient Nizwa and wild mountain terrain
Nizwa and Al Hajar Mountains, in the north and north east of Oman, has some of the wildest and highest terrain in the country. The ancient city of Nizwa is surrounded by plains, rivers and palm plantations, and the Hajar mountains offer incredible opportunities for outdoor adventure, as well as gentle hiking at altitude on ancient trails connecting mountain villages.
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Adventure activities
Biking
The balcony
Via ferrata, rope bridge and cave
A daring way to experience the breathtaking beauty of Oman’s landscape. Set out on a journey that incorporates a section of via ferrata, Italian for ‘iron path’, just below the ridge. Then, make your way along the mountain to discover a natural cave that stretches into the mountainside. Step out onto a 20-metre-high rope suspended over the valley below as you make your way across to a secret cave on the other side.
A bike ride in Al Hamra
You will start the day early with a journey to the ancient village of Al Hamra. Through the plantations, under the palm trees and between the 400-year-old houses, you will enjoy a two hour bike ride and finish with a private lunch set up.
Jebel Shams Balcony walk
In the afternoon head to ‘The Balcony’, a flat area of rock not far below the summit of Jebel Shams which gives way to Wadi Ghul, The Grand Canyon of Oman. The balcony walk follows an old donkey trail to a small natural pool and the abandoned village of As Sab.
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Why book with Jacada
Personalised design
We’ll plan your trip around your personal interests, tastes and preferences, providing honest advice based on first-hand knowledge.
Authentic experiences
Our expert guides and brilliant Concierges are hand-picked for their ability to bring your destination to life with care and passion.
Positive Impact
We seek out unforgettable experiences that benefit both local communities and the environment.
