Excursion Spectacular wadi arbayeen & mazara village jeep adventure tour at Muscat

Discover the picturesque waterfront, majestic mountains, and wadis of Muscat during this scenic and exhilarating, full-day, off-road experience with Arab buffet lunch.

Muscat, Qurivat Fort, Picturesque Waterfront, Flamingoes, Eagles, Island Stream, Mountains

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 75-minute drive from Mina to the Quriyat Fort. En route, see a land of many beautiful and interesting contrasts. Ride along the picturesque waterfront, and look for flamingos and eagles whilst passing by an island stream. From here, ascend into the stark mountain terrain and begin your adventurous, off-road route through the mountains.

Wadi Arbayeen, Deep Pools, Date Palms, Majlis, Barbecue Lunch, Swimming, Wadi Dayqah, Dam

At the end of your drive, proceed to the spectacular exquisite Wadi Arbayeen, with its deep pools of water set amidst the date palms. Upon arrival, relax in the comfortable and inviting majlis (sitting room) setup that has been prepared for your arrival, and enjoy an Arab barbecue buffet lunch served with local seating set-up. After lunch, you may opt for a refreshing swim in the deep pools (weather-permitting). Leaving Wadi Arbayeen, re-board your jeep and head to Wadi Dayqah for photo stop at the dam. Afterward, re-board your jeep and commence the approximately 1.75-hour drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Muscat, Quriyat Fort, Mazara Village, Wadi Arbayeen, Date Palms, Majlis, Barbecue Lunch, Deep-Water Pools, Swimming, Wadi Dayqah, Dam

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of off-road driving and a moderate amount of walking for approximately 547 yards (about 500 metres), at times over uneven, gravel, and natural surfaces and hills, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the Jeep. The vehicles utilised on this tour are four-seat 4X4 Jeep vehicles. The ride may be rough at times, and guests will experience bumpy, jerking motions. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guests with neck/back problems, guests with heart/respiratory conditions, guests prone to motion sickness, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable sportswear they won't mind getting dirty, including long pants and long-sleeve shirts with flat, sturdy, and closed-toe walking or hiking shoes, and bring sun protection, bottled water, and a sweater or light jacket from the ship. Guests opting to swim at Wadi Arbayeen should wear the bathing suit and bring along a towel and changing clothes. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. The driving time between the pier and sites visited is approximately 1.25 hours-1.75 hours in each direction. A signed waiver is required to participate on this tour. The tour sequence may vary.