Jebel Shams Tours and Tickets

Spend a day exploring Oman's natural wonders on this full-day excursion.Visit Jebal Shams, which means "Sun Mountain," since it is the highest mountain in Oman. See Wadi Nakhr, Oman's Grand Canyon, and take a short hike or mountain bike ride inside its walls. You'll also have the opportunity to visit local villages and shop for souvenirs along the way.

Delving into Oman's 'wadi' gorges, hill villages, and towns isn't advisable for inexperienced off-roaders as it can involve difficult-to-navigate mountain trails. This private trip from Muscat lets you explore in comfort, without driving hassles or risking getting lost. Discover Nizwa and Misfat Al Breen village, and visit Jebel Shams, the Grand Canyon, and more; all with a guide for insight into the scenery, and Oman's traditional culture and history.

Unless you're an expert mountain driver and hire your own 4x4, exploring Oman's Jebel Sham mountain and its neighboring Grand Canyon isn't advisable independently. This private tour makes it easy, with a driver-guide to navigate the off-road trails up and around the steep-walled canyon. Plus, it allows side trips to Nizwa and mountain villages, and includes time at Muscat's Grand Mosque, so you get the most from your day out.

Combine two stops in one tour on this full-day excursion. First, take a morning drive through the Hajar Mountains to Nizwa. Visit Nizwa Fort, a 17th-century caste with a huge, cylindrical tower which was once used to help defend the city. Then travel to Jabal Shams ("Sun Mountain") where you can see the country's highest mountain loom over Wadi Ghul, Oman's version of the Grand Canyon.

Combine visits to Jebel Shams and Nizwa during this 10-hour tour from Muscat. In a rugged 4x4 vehicle, get spectacular views of Oman's Grand Canyon and dig in to a traditional lunch in the mountain village of Misfah. Entrance fees, lunch, and round-trip transportation from Muscat accommodations are included.