Wadi Al Nakhr — Attraction in Ad Dakhiliyah Governorate

Wadi Masirah is one of the important tributaries of Wadi Al-Nakhr, as it is characterized by its vastness and descending from the towering peaks of Jebel Shams.

The path was distinguished by passing through geological formations distinguished by layers of rocks of various colors. The valley also abounds in the valley of trees, which are covered during this period with their beautiful white flowers, as well as lute and mace trees grow on the banks of the valley, and the valley was in periods of time a place of habitation as shown by Through some of the stone buildings found in the valley.

The valley is also characterized by the presence of deep ponds, in which the water level decreased during this period due to the lack of rainfall and the spacing of the valley's runoff periods, and these water bodies are a source for irrigation of palm trees and some seasonal agricultural crops located on the left bank at the entrance...

We got the tip from our hotel host in Misfat al Abriyeen that it is worth checking the wadi out and he is absolutely right!! I mean if you have a 4WD and love a bit of adventure and off-roading, just got for it! Stunning view, on the drive to a village, then you hike for another 30min or so until you reach a water pool at the very end - attention though that the way is a bit difficult to find and also need some intermediate- advanced skills to hike & climb, so keep your eyes open and make sure you have the right shoes and experience. We met a local guy there as he got stuck in his 2WD so he rode with us and showed us the way which he climbed in sandals 😆 but only locals can do that…. Great experience and...

This walk will take you along the floor of Oman’s “Grand Canyon.” You will share the walk with Wadi al-Nakhar, so bring shoes that can get wet and in which you also feel comfortable walking on rocks and boulders. Do not get confused - this is different the the Balcony Walk (W6), which is another hour driving from here. There is a village at the beginning of the hike which has nice people and women/children which sell crafts. Near the beginning of the canyon there are stairs which will take you up to the village, through the palm farms. The canyon seemed to be a popular spot for grilling / hanging out among the locals. We met a nice man who offered us grilled goat on a stick, which...