Day 1
Arrive in Muscat
- Airport transfer1hrs
- Welcome briefing1hrs
Balad Sayt Climbing Weekend
Two days of guided sport climbing on the limestone walls above Balad Sayt village, with meals and a night in our canyon guesthouse.
What's included?
Activities & Certified Guides
All itinerary activities with expert, local, English-speaking guides
All accommodation
6 nights in hotels and 1 night in a comfortable desert camp
Meals
All breakfasts, all lunches and 5 dinners
Transfers
Airport transfers and everything in between plus luggage transfers throughout
Equipment & Permits
All your gear for canyoning, kayaking or SUP and snorkelling, plus all entry fees and permits
Small Like-minded Groups
Solo-friendly by design — small, sociable groups of up to 14 active and outdoorsy people
Overview
Spend a weekend climbing one of Oman's most spectacular crags. Suitable for confident beginners through experienced climbers — our certified guides will pair routes to your level. The crag sits a five-minute walk from the guesthouse, with shaded approaches and around forty bolted lines from 4c to 7b. Evenings are spent on the rooftop terrace with home-cooked Omani food.
- Hike the legendary Balcony Walk in Jebel Shams — Oman's 'Grand Canyon'
- Canyon through the emerald pools of Wadi Tiwi and the remote oasis of Wadi Hawer
- Spend a night under the stars at a desert camp in Wahiba Sands
- Snorkel the protected reefs of the Daymaniyat Islands Marine Reserve
- Wander the ancient terraced village of Misfat Al Abriyeen
- Explore Nizwa's bustling souk and historic fort
Difficulty · Level 3
Moderate
Great for active people who want to explore more wild and adventurous places. 4–5 hours of steady activity on multiple days.
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Day 2
Muscat Old Town & Grand Mosque
- Walking tour3hrs
- Grand Mosque visit1hrs
Day 3
Misfat Al Abriyeen & Jebel Shams
- Hiking2hrs
- Off-road driving3hrs
Day 4
Balcony Walk & Nizwa
- Hiking4hrs
- Driving2hrs
Day 5
Wahiba Sands desert camp
- Off-road driving3hrs
- Sunset dune walk1hrs
Day 6
Wadi Tiwi canyoning & Sur
- Canyoning4hrs
- Swimming1hrs
- Driving2hrs
Day 7
Daymaniyat Islands snorkelling
- Boat ride2hrs
- Snorkelling3hrs
Day 8
Departure
- Airport transfer1hrs
Getting there
Nearest airport
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Pick up
Group arrival transfer at set time on Day 1 from Muscat Airport
Drop off
Group departure transfer at set time on Day 8 to Muscat Airport
What is and isn't included?
Where you'll stay
Muscat
Modern 4-star hotel in central Muscat
Jebel Shams
Stone-built chalet or eco-tent at Sama Heights Resort
Nizwa
Charming hotel near the historic heart of Nizwa
Wahiba Sands
Traditional chalet or tent at Sama Al Wasil Desert Camp
Sur
Comfortable seafront hotel overlooking the Arabian Sea
What you'll eat
Most meals are included — breakfast every morning, plus the dinners and lunches noted in the itinerary. Expect a generous mix of traditional Omani dishes and well-known Middle-Eastern favourites, with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options on request.
- Omani breakfasts
Fresh fruit, flatbreads, eggs and aromatic karak chai
- Trailside lunches
Light, packable mezze and grilled wraps on active days
- Local dinners
Shuwa, machboos and fresh seafood in family-run restaurants
Departure dates
- Wednesday, 3rd June 2026to Thursday, 4th June 2026Only 6 seats left!95 OMR
- Wednesday, 17th June 2026to Thursday, 18th June 202695 OMR
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