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Jebel Shams Adventure: Scenic Balcony Walk
4.8
12 Ratings
Jabal Shams
Explore Jebal Shams’ stunning scenery and savor an authentic Omani lunch. Experience local hospitality and breathtaking views on this unforgettable adventure.
Explore Jebal Shams’ stunning scenery and savor an authentic Omani lunch. Experience local hospitality and breathtaking views on this unforgettable adventure.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Husaak Adventures - Start your day at the Husaak Centre in Muscat at 6:30 am for an exciting trip to Jebel Shams, the highest peak in Oman. By 9-10 AM, you’ll reach your destination and set off on the renowned Balcony Walk, a stunning trail along the edge of Wadi Ghul, often referred to as the Grand Canyon of Oman.
The hike provides breathtaking…
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Husaak Adventures - Start your day at the Husaak Centre in Muscat at 6:30 am for an exciting trip to Jebel Shams, the highest peak in Oman. By 9-10 AM, you’ll reach your destination and set off on the renowned Balcony Walk, a stunning trail along the edge of Wadi Ghul, often referred to as the Grand Canyon of Oman.
The hike provides breathtaking panoramic views and leads to the abandoned village of Sab Bani Khamis, a hidden treasure rich in history. For those craving more adventure, continue hiking to a secluded lake, a peaceful oasis amidst the rugged mountains.
Take a break for a packed lunch with spectacular views, then retrace your steps along the trail. Return to Muscat by 7-8 PM, filled with wonder from the majestic landscapes of Jebel Shams. An ideal day for outdoor enthusiasts!
What's Included
- Lunch
- Lunch
Additional Information
Begin your journey with a 6-7 AM departure from Muscat to Jebel Shams, the tallest peak in Oman. Arrive between 9-10 AM and set off on the picturesque Balcony Walk along Wadi Ghul, where you can take in the magnificent views and explore the historic village of Sab Bani Khamis. Hike to the secluded lake, then return to the vehicles for lunch. Afterward,…
Begin your journey with a 6-7 AM departure from Muscat to Jebel Shams, the tallest peak in Oman. Arrive between 9-10 AM and set off on the picturesque Balcony Walk along Wadi Ghul, where you can take in the magnificent views and explore the historic village of Sab Bani Khamis. Hike to the secluded lake, then return to the vehicles for lunch. Afterward, visit the ancient ruins of Ghul before heading back to Muscat by 7-8 PM, feeling inspired by the stunning landscapes of Jebel Shams.
Location
Husaak Adventures
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(12 Ratings)
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Soufyv
Sep 24, 2024
10/10 - Everything was amazing from start to finish. We enjoyed every last step. Learned to not take bananas. Thank you for the help and the #1 sweeper صهيب.
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Freedom38278139855
Sep 17, 2023
Worth it! - I'm thrilled to go on the Jabel Shams summit hiking trip. It was such an incredible and memorable experience! It was a fantastic adventure, especially for a first-time hiker. The fact that the group, guide, and overall experience exceeded my expectations speaks volumes about the quality of the journey. Thank you for this amazing experience. I can't wait for the next hikes.
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Rochelle-mos91
Oct 25, 2022
Amazing, just amazing with the most incredible and friendly staff - Was an incredible experience, never knew Oman had such natural beauty.
The staff was incredible and made the trip an experience I will never forget.
Thank you so much and will see you all again soon!
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Sorrinao
Oct 24, 2022
WOW - What a weekend… what an experience.. what an adventure…
Thank you Hussak!!!! You put so much effort into making this happen.. everything was perfect..and most importantly i felt safe, thanks to you! you ensured everything was taken care of… i enjoyed every single moment, the canyoning, meals cooked by you guys, camping, chatting, climbing, the rides, star gazing! This experience made me discover another part of myself!!! Thank you again for everything… keep in touch as i cant wait for the next Hussak adventure! I connected with beautiful people… beautiful souls. Cant wait to see u guys again! ✨
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Clotildep16
Nov 13, 2021
A wonderful taste of Omani mountains - Walking the balcony trail was a wonderful experience. Impressive to see how deep Isco the canyon!! Even the road to come by car is an experience! A special thank to our guide Ahmed! Great introduction to Oman!
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492ollieh
Sep 18, 2021
Great guide, Immersive tour - Ahmed was friendly and well-organised. The tour was varied and allowed us to see the best of the Hajar mountains in a day, with a hike to a wadi, an Omani lunch and a walk through abandoned villages. We would strongly recommend!
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Hamzaateacher
Nov 23, 2020
Adventure of a Lifetime - I’ve been on a few trips with other groups and this was by far the best . I didn’t feel rushed , instead the guides were very professional in making sure we reached our goals and more importantly made sure we took the time and had the time to enjoy the view . Excellent service and once in a life time experience.
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Ghalial2020
Feb 16, 2020
Highly recommended! Amazing hiking day & camping night! - My husband and I did a private weekend trip in Jebel Shams for Valentine's Day, we had a great time! Our guide Bilgun was very helpful and friendly, he kept pushing us to reach the end of the hikes and really knew his way around. The Husaak team was very organized and made sure we were comfortable throughout the whole trip. We will definitely plan other trips with them!
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Aloosh3366
Jan 6, 2020
Hiking trip - Amazing experience, professional and very friendly staff, i had new friends from this trip. They showed us the best parts of Oman from nature to food.
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198craign
Nov 21, 2021
Balcony Walk at Jebal Shams - The actual walk is lovely and the Via Ferrata was an exciting and enjoyable way to finish without having to retrace your steps. We were a bit annoyed to be asked whether we had brought any climbing gloves with us as these were apparently considered important despite not being on the kit list and the company saying that all equipment would be provided. Our guide was pleasant but quite taciturn and we had to ask him questions to find out anything about what we were seeing or doing. He did warm up a bit as the day wore on but clearly not a 'people' person. We eventually found out that the two people accompanying him were trainee guides. This was not something we were aware was going to happen but, as they were both considerably more talkative than the actual guide, we weren't about to complain! The authentic Omani lunch could not unfortunately be facilitated but the offer of a barbecue as an alternative sounded great. Sadly, all we got was a load of lamb chops which were really quite tough despite long cooking over the BBQ. No salads or side dishes which was very disappointing.
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