Wadi Ash Shab, a Place for a Simple Adventure

What you Need to Know Before Travelling to Wadi Ash Shab

Wadi Ash Shab is a spectacular gorge in Oman. This natural phenomenon lies in Ash Sharqiyah Governate and in a short distance from Muscat, the capital of Oman. So, it takes one 1.5 hour to drive to this area from Muscat. This attraction, located on the coastal road of Sur, is 40 minutes away from Sur.

This touristic destination lies in an area, called Tiwi. Tiwi is a small village whose most of inhabitants are engaged in fishing. Being located near Tiwi Village, this natural attraction is very crowded in the weekends.

Recently, this region has been noticed archeologically. Because the remains of the cabin and fishing stuff discovered in this area goes back to the 4^th century BC. It also demonstrates that the people lived in this area in the past were engaged fishing.

The Best Time to Travel to Wadi Ash Shab

The best time to travel to Wadi Ash Shab is from November to January. At this period of time, the weather is temperate and you can experience an enjoyable hiking. The best time of the day for exploring this valley is early in the morning. Because shadow covers most of its parts.

In the weekend, this valley is so crowded because lots of natives travel to this area to spend their holidays. We recommend tourists to visit this beautiful area in the middle days of the week. So, they can enjoy the beauties of the valley in a magical silence.

What You will Experience in Wadi Ash Shab

Wadi Ash Shab is so popular among the interested ones to hiking. The water caves, the waterfall inside, the strange beautiful rocks and the blue clear pools are the reasons for its popularity. Besides, the lifegiving river flowing in the valley has doubled its beauty.

This spectacular valley is also a good place for exciting activities such as boat riding, hiking, rock climbing and camping. You can also experience a delightful swimming in some spots. To know more about the details of what you can experience in this region read the following.

Boating on the Beautiful Wadi Ash Shab River

Boat riding on the Wadi Ash Shab River is the first entertainment you will experience. Actually, you have to pass through the river by boat in order to reach the hiking route. This river is wide and deep, so you have no choice except boat riding.

Boating on this river takes about 3 minutes. Boating on this river takes about 3 minutes. despite the short boating route, it will be a happy and fun start to your journey. You can also enjoy the scenery around the river while boating and prepare yourself for an exciting hiking.

The Experience of a Memorable Hiking in Wadi Ash Shab

After boating on the river, you go for an exciting hiking in Wadi Ash Shab. So, prepare yourself to cross the slippery cliffs and boulders. Besides, the valley walls get close to each other in some spots, which make you cross a narrow path. However, there are warning signs and security facilities on the route.

It is noteworthy that it is not difficult to cross this valley at all. On the trail, you will see elderly tourists who don’t deprive themselves of the experience of hiking. You just need to get the knowledge about the nature of the region and the principles of hiking before the journey.

Hiking this valley is not boring at all and offers various landscapes. The hiking trail starts by passing through agricultural fields and water canals. Afterwards, you will reach a clear pool. Note that it is forbidden to swim in the pool. In order to continue hiking, you must climb the surrounding cliffs considered as the most beautiful part of your adventure. Because you pass above the green clear pool which gives you a good opportunity to take photo.

Note that you should wear proper shoes because the trail is rough and steep in some parts. We also recommend you wearing a swimswite under your clothes. This will reduce the weight of your backpack and get you ready to swim immediately.

Swimming in the Pools of Wadi Ash Shab

The best part of the journey is swimming in the clear blue pools of the valley. This valley includes three pools, some of which are wide enough for swimming. More importantly, the temperature of the pool is warm and pleasant. If you travel to this region in the winter, you will get to enjoy its warm water.

The first pool you encounter is shallow enough for the inexperienced to swim. Besides, there is enough space in the surrounding to rest.

To reach the second pool you should pass a stream, which features various vegatation around. Some parts of the second pool is deep and the pebbles at the bottom also make it difficult to walk.

The third pool is the deepest pool of the valley, so just the high experienced swimmers can swim in it. The people who are not skilled enough in swimming can rest on the surrounding rocks and enjoy the nature.

End of Wadi Al-Shabab Trail, Swimming in a Mysterious Cave

At the end of Wadi Ash Shab, there is a mysterious beautiful cave. In order to reach the cave, you have to continue swimming in the third pool. At the end of the trail, you will encounter a small gap in the heart of the cliffs. By passing the gap, you will enter a big mysterious cave. After 15 minutes of swimming, you will encounter a waterfall that flows into the cave.

This waterfall flows to the cave through a hole. Therefore, the sun shining into the cave and its reflection among the water droplets has created a beautiful view.

Travelling to Wadi Ash Shab, the Experience of an Exciting Canyoning in Oman

On your trip to Oman, don’t forget to visit this this natural attraction. It is a good choice for the interested ones to hiking and canyoning. Exploring this exciting valley, provides the experience of a perfect hiking for you.

On the contrary to the public imagination, Oman enjoys stunning valleys and mountains as well as vast deserts and coasts. If you travel to this country at the right time and with the aim of nature tourism, you can understand the reality of the nature of this country.

1001 Nights Tours offers attractive tours to this natural attraction. To know more about the itineraries of such tours click here. If you are interested to study about other natural attractions of Oman, click here.