Nakhal - Muscat, Oman
What your day looks like
Travel along the Batinah coastline known for its sandy beaches and ancient fort towns. Visit Barka and its popular Barka Fish Souq, then drive to Nakhl Fort built on a rocky 200m high mountain peak which is the most prominent attraction in town. The next stop is Ain Al Thawwarah Hot Springs, a collection of hot springs that gush forth year-round and possess healing powers. After lunch, continue to Wakan, a mountain farming village in Wadi Mistal for a serene garden walk.
The experience, in brief
- Explore the Barka and its popular Barka Fish Souq market
- Visit Nakhl Fort a large and very impressive fortification in Nakhl palm oasis
- Stop at Ain Al Thawwara Hot Springs
- Visit Wakan a beautifully terraced farming village in the Hajar Mountains with panoramic views
The journey, in full
Barka Fish Souq: A colorful fish market trading in daily catch brought by local fishermen. Nakhl Fort: A large and very impressive fortification in Nakhl palm oasis which, besides a museum, hosts a weekly traditional goat market. Ain Al Thawwara Hot Springs: Natural hot mineral water springs in Nakhl with numerous therapeutic benefits and healing properties due to sulfur presence, very soothing to the skin. Wakan Village: A beautifully terraced farming village in the Hajar Mountains with panoramic views. It features pomegranate, apricot, grape, almond, and peach orchards and a dazzling display of pink and white blossoms in the spring.
Your day, step by step
Nakhl
Local Flavor.
Muscat
Sightseeing at Nakhl Fort.
Muscat
Sightseeing at Al Thowarah hot spring.
Barka
Local Flavor.
What to know before booking
Included
Experienced Omani guide who can speak English Private transportation Transport by vehicle: 4x4 car Air-conditioned vehicle Pick up and drop off from the hotel
Restrictions
Not recommended for people with back problems. Not recommended for people with heart conditions. We can accommodate groups of up to 15 people, please request a quote for groups larger than 4 people.
Meeting & Pickup
We will Pick Up / Drop From Hotel or cruise port in Muscat, Oman.
Languages Offered
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Planning Notes
Minimum age: 1 Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business