The Governorates of North & South Al Batinah Facing the Sea of Oman along a coastal plain that runs from the north of Muscat to the border of the United Arab Emirates lie the governo...

Being a country that is rich in natural diversity and graced by a terrain of mountains, gorges, deserts, and azure seas, the Sultanate is a dream come true for the outdoor enthusiast. With activities that range from diving...

Muscat Festival Dubbed Oman’s biggest historical and cultural occasion, the Muscat Festival is the Sultanate’s exhibition of local and international art, culture, handicrafts, multilingual activities, and food...

Bahla Fort (1987) • Bat, al-Khutm and al- Ayn (1988) • The Land of frankincense (2000)
• Aflaj irrigation system (2006) • Ancient City of Qalhat (2018)

Famed world over for its steep ravines and golden gorges, Oman’s scenic mountain range boasts of a quintet of spectacular peaks that draw in visitors from near and far, no matter the season! Running from the Musandam Peninsula in the north to the A’Sharqiyah Governorate down under are the magnificent Hajar Mountains, home to the renowned peaks of Jebel Shams and Al Jabal Al Akdhar, while the magical southern Governorate of Dhofar houses the pristine Jebel Samhan, part of a biodiverse mountain range that extends off the Al-Hallaniyah Islands.

Listed below are our pick of five such awe-inspiring peaks home to the Sultanate; indeed they make for adventurous hikes and trekking trips, and for those of you who prefer things a little more relaxed, they make for excellent camping out and sightseeing spots as well!