



From Muscat: Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Full-Day Tour
Wadi Shab Tour and Bimmah Sinkhole Adventure from Muscat
Embark on an unforgettable Wadi Shab tour and Bimmah Sinkhole tour from Muscat. Swim through cave pools, trek through canyon landscapes, and witness Oman's wild natural beauty in a single magical day trip.
Highlights:
- Enjoy a Scenic Drive to Wadi Shab
- Participate in Hiking and Boating Experience
- Discover the canyon of the dry river Wadi Shab
- Learn about the lifestyle of local farmers
- Visit the Bimmah Sinkhole
- Pickup and drop-off (meeting point)
- Driver Guide
- Lunch and water
- Group transportation
- Entry to Wadi Shab
- Personal expenses
- Tips
- If you booked the tour with the Meeting Point Option, the meeting point for this tour is Al Fair (الفير) near the Shell Gas Station in Sarooj, just a 5-7 minute walk from the Sarooj Bridge_2 bus station.
- We will send your exact pick-up time via WhatsApp, so please ensure the phone number you provided during booking is correct and active. If you have any concerns or special instructions, feel free to contact us in advance.
Important:
- Children under 6 years
- People with mobility impairments
- People with heart problems
- People are afraid of heights
- Non-swimmers
- People with high blood pressure
- People with a low level of fitness
- Swimwear
- Change of clothes
- Towel
- Hiking shoes
- Waterproof camera
- Water shoes
A Desert Oasis Awaits: Wadi Shabs Hidden Paradise
The journey begins with a scenic drive from Muscat to the foothills of the Eastern Hajar Mountains, where Wadi Shab reveals itself raw, remote, and utterly spectacular. A short boat ride takes you across the riverbank, where your Wadi Shab hiking experience begins.
Prepare for a 40-minute trek deep into the canyon, a classic wadi al shab hike that blends natural beauty with glimpses of ancient agricultural life. Along the rocky path, youll see traditional irrigation channels still used by farmers in this timeless corner of Oman.
Into the Shadows: The Wadi Shab Cave Waterfall
As the hike continues, crystal pools guide your way deeper into the canyon until you reach the grand prize, an otherworldly Wadi Shab cave. Swim through cool, narrow crevices to find a secret waterfall cascading inside the cave, a hidden gem that feels sacred and surreal.
This part of the Wadi Shab tour is not just an adventure, it's a journey through sound, water, and stone, a reward only granted to those willing to step off the beaten path. It's no wonder many say this wadi holds the spirit of Oman itself.
Bimmah Sinkhole: Nature's Emerald Crater
After the magic of Wadi Shab, the next stop on your Muscat day trip is the enchanting Bimmah Sinkhole geological wonder filled with turquoise water and framed by limestone cliffs. Formed by a collapsed cavern, this stunning sinkhole invites you to cool off or simply relax while taking in the contrast of desert rock and emerald pool.
Locals believe it's linked to underground wadis, and its surreal beauty makes it a photo favorite on every wadi Shab tour. Whether you take a dip or not, the stop at Bimmah sinkhole is an essential part of the Wadi to Coast route.
A Journey Through Time and Terrain
This full Wadi Shab tour is more than a hike, it's an immersion in landscape, legend, and local life. From towering canyon walls to ancient farming systems, from quiet cave pools to vast open skies, each step brings a new dimension to this unforgettable day trip.
Youll need to hike, youll need to swim, and youll need to keep your senses open. Whether it's the story of Wadi al Shab or the peaceful power of the bimmah sinkhole, this is an adventure meant for seekers of the extraordinary.