Eastern Salalah Khareef - Ayn Athum, Baobabs & Wadi Darbat: 1-Day Tour
Price:
From
30
OMR /
per person
Included:
✔ Hotel pick-up and drop-off
✔ Private 4x4 transportation
✔ Certified local guide/driver
✔ Lunch (restaurant or picnic)
✔ Water & snacks
Price overview:
01.
12 Person (OMR/per person)
30
10 Person (OMR/per person)
35
8 Person (OMR/per person)
40
4 Person (OMR/per person)
50
3 Person (OMR/per person)
65
2 Person (OMR/per person)
85
1 Person (OMR/per person)
165
No 4x4 needed: -5 OMR/person
A full-day journey into the green season of Salalah, where waterfalls flow through the mountains, tropical valleys open into lakes, and rare baobab trees reshape the idea of Arabia.
Activities:
Sightseeing, short hikes, waterfalls, viewpoints, photography
Difficulty level:
Distance(km):
Easy
Duration(hours):
~10
~2–3
Includes rappeling:
No
Drive from Muscat(h):
from Salalah
Trip Highlights:
✓ Waterfalls in the Green Mountains 🌿
Walk through misty landscapes to Ayn Athum, where seasonal waterfalls cut through limestone cliffs.
✓ Wadi Darbat Lakes & Open Valley 🌊
A wide, green valley with flowing water, natural pools, and calm lake views — a rare side of Oman during Khareef.
✓ Baobab Forest & Tropical Trails 🌳
Short walk among ancient baobab trees, a landscape more African than Arabian.
✓ Clifftop Views & Hidden Depths 🏔️
Stand above Tawi Attair sinkhole — a 200m natural void filled with vegetation and birdlife.
✓ Unexpected Landscapes of Arabia 🌍
From Zero Gravity Point to mountain roads, the route reveals a completely different Oman.
Itinerary:
🚙 8:00 AM – Pick-up from your hotel in Salalah
Departure into the Dhofar mountains as the landscape shifts from coast to green hills.
🌿 9:30 AM – Ayn Athum Waterfalls
Arrive at one of Khareef’s seasonal highlights. Short walk through misty terrain to reach the waterfalls and viewpoints.
🌊 11:00 AM – Wadi Darbat Exploration
Enter a wide valley of flowing water, lakes, and greenery. Time for walking, photos, optional boat ride, or a relaxed coffee break by the water.
🍽️ 1:00 PM – Lunch Break
Pause at a local restaurant or enjoy a picnic surrounded by nature.
🪨 2:00 PM – Zero Gravity Point
Short stop at the famous optical illusion spot along the mountain road.
🌳 2:30 PM – Baobab Trail Walk
Walk through a tropical-like landscape to reach giant baobab trees — one of the rarest sights in Oman.
🏔️ 4:00 PM – Tawi Attair Sinkhole
Stand above a 200m deep sinkhole, filled with plants and bird sounds rising from below.
🚙 5:30 PM – Return Drive to Salalah
Drive back through the mountains as the light softens.
🏁 6:30 PM – Drop-off at your hotel
Important Notes:
✓ Seasonality: This tour is best experienced during Khareef (June–September), when waterfalls and greenery are at their peak.
✓ Terrain & Walking: Includes short walks on влажных, иногда скользких тропах. Comfortable footwear is recommended.
✓ Weather & Visibility: Mist, fog, and light rain are common during Khareef and part of the experience.
✓ Optional Activities: Boat ride at Wadi Darbat is not included and depends on local availability.
✓ Route Flexibility: Timing and sequence may adjust depending on weather and crowd conditions.
What to Bring:
✓ Light comfortable clothing
✓ Walking shoes
✓ Rain jacket (Khareef mist)
✓ Camera / phone
✓ Personal items
Included in the Package:
✔ Hotel pick-up and drop-off
✔ Private 4x4 transportation
✔ Certified local guide/driver
✔ Lunch (restaurant or picnic)
✔ Water & snacks
Recommendations:
- Comfortable with light walking and changing weather conditions. No prior experience required.