Hiking Trails

Lace up and explore Al Jebel Al Akhdar at your own pace.

Guided Mountain Trails

Choose your path—from rose-scented terraces to summit sunrises.

Mirage in the Mountains

Distance: Approximately 3 hours , 7km
Highlights: This trail takes you to the abandoned village of Sirab, Khaslah cave ( 60m) deep pothole with breathtaking rock formations, different wild trees plantations and Wadi Tallah, where you can enjoy a nice view of the water dam
Level: Moderate

Discovery Trail

Distance: 8 km
Highlights: Starting from the village of Hayl Al Hadab, this trail takes you through two abandoned villages, a picturesque dam, and wild tree plantations.
Level: Gentle hike, suitable for most fitness levels

Jabal Stairs Trail

Distance: 5-6 hours guided trek, 8km
Highlights: started from Alhulaylat village then drops Steedly on down to most beautiful village ( messerat aljawameed ),wonderful view of terraces and stairs down to swimming wadi lake.
Level: Challenging, very steep, Hight different 650m

Culture Trail
(3 villages walk)

Distance :4-6 km
Time : 2-4 hrs
The walk typically connected 3 historical villages , it offers a unique glimpse into traditional Omani mountain life ,stunning terraced landscapes and igneous irrigation system
Easy to moderat

Lost Villages Trail

Distance: 7 km – 5-6 hours walk
Highlights: steep, Hight difference 600 m ,takes you through mountain narrow paths, terraces fields, offering incredible views of surrounding valleys and peaks
Level: difficult

Hidden Lakes

Distance: 5 km – 3 hours walk 
Highlights: wadi walk , not that steep, narrow paths between rocks , swimming , suitable for kids ,takes you through wounderful nice mountains peaks 
Level: moderate 

*All hikes include licensed mountain guide, bottled water, and transfers within the plateau.
Everything you need for a safe—and scenic—mountain adventure!
Licensed Mountain Guide

Ministry-certified, English-speaking, with local flora & geology know-how.

First-Aid Kit on Guide

Includes splints, bandages, and altitude-relief essentials.

Safety Briefing & Trail Map

Guests receive a quick safety briefing covering the weather and trail difficulty before the hike.

Trekking Poles on Request

Adjustable carbon poles to ease knee impact on descents.

1.5 L Spring Water

Chilled bottles handed out at the trailhead—refills available en-route.

Camp–Trailhead Transfers

4×4 drop-off and pick-up within the Saiq Plateau area.

Energy Snack Pack

Dates, mixed nuts, and an Omani coffee bite to keep you fuelled.

Discover Jebel Akhdar one step at a time!
Rose Terraces

A springtime carpet of damask roses fills the valleys with pink and perfume.

Eagle & Vulture Lookouts

Watch raptors ride warm up-drafts above the deep wadis.

Hanging Heritage Villages

Centuries-old mud houses cling dramatically to the cliff edge.

Juniper & Acacia Groves

Walk beneath 300-year-old trees and enjoy cooler mountain air.

Ancient Falaj Canals

UNESCO-listed water channels still irrigate the mountain’s crops.

Panoramic Viewpoints

Purpose-built platforms for unforgettable sunrise-and-sunset shots.

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