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This wonderful mountain trail, known as E35, is one of the Oman classic treks connecting Eastern Hajjar with seaside of Wadi Tiwi. Three nature wonders of Wadi Shab, Wadi Bani Khaleed and Wadi Tiwi will surely satisfy even the most sophisticated tastes for adventure.The high cliffs surrounding the blue pools and green farms are views that can not be forgotten! We will spend long weekend exploring this national trail together with our local Omani friends that will introduce us to their culture and customs.
The trail can be done both directions, however logistically its much easier to start it from Wadi Bani Khaleed and gain the altitude first. Whats also important, we will end up closer to airport - in Wadi Tiwi, some 2 hrs drive away.
Path is steep in places with elevation gain of approx 1800mtrs, but its the whole day length of the trek that makes the grade moderate. Expect several open ledges crossings. The length of the trail is approx 30km.
Let's go!
Day 1 // Friday
Meeting at airport at pm for a direct flight to Muscat at 7pm. Drive to Wadi Bani Khaleed. Overnight in guesthouse or camp site.
Day 2 // Saturday
Wake up to sunrise, pack up, load the main luggage on a truck and start gaining the cliffs above one of the most beautiful nature wonders in Oman. The elevation picks up quickly and within 3 hours we should reach the highest point of our journey, at 2100 mtrs.
By 5 pm arrive to village for BBQ dinner and overnight. Take a shower in the wadi springs and make friends with Omani villagers while they cook for us their specialties.
Day 3 // Sunday
On Sunday path is mostly downhill. Continue trek down to Wadi Tiwi meeting point, take a dip and cool down in endless blue pools. Drive in a private minibus back to Muscat and fly back home.
Level of difficulty: Hard
Trail with elevation gain 1800 mtrs, 6-8hrs per day. We will adjust the pace to reach the village before sunset.
Activities: trekking, swimming, camping.
Duration: Weekend
Accommodation: Camping in local villages.
Meals: local foods with villagers, BBQ.
Requirements: trekking shoes, sleeping bag, mattress, small backpack, hat, sunscreen, 12 ltrs of water, swimming gears, head lamp, snacks, warm layer for night, wind proof jacket.
You will carry only water and min. necessities during trek, your main luggage will be driven to the overnight location.
Cost: AED 2500 all incl. flights to Muscat and all logistics.
Specifically excluded:
Water, min. 12 ltrs pp,
Restaurant meals.
Visas: Most of nationalities and recently all GCC residents are visa free.
Cheat option (drive) available day 3.
Galleries from our previous trips:
https://vimeo.com/194134715
http://www.meetup.com/trekkup/photos/26521318/
http://www.meetup.com/trekkup/photos/26208777/#438864178
See yah in Oman x
Trekkup Crew
Whatsapp 0504848238 / [email protected]
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