Jebel Shams Via Ferrata & Balcony Walk Day Trip

Jabal Shams٦ ساعاتالأدرينالين والمغامرات القصوى

إلغاء مجاني
اصطحاب من الفندق

عن هذه التجربة

Climb the via ferrata on Jebel Shams, Oman's highest mountain, then hike the famous Balcony Walk to Sab Bani Khamis. No climbing experience needed, all gear included.

This full-day adventure combines Oman's most iconic mountain hike with real climbing. You'll walk along the edge of Oman's "Grand Canyon", explore an abandoned mountain village, rest by a hidden lake, then climb the top 200 m of a 2,000 m cliff on a via ferrata, safely clipped to steel cables the whole way.

What you'll do

Hike the Balcony Walk with views over Wadi Ghul, Oman's Grand Canyon

Explore the abandoned village of Sab Bani Khamis

Rest by a hidden mountain lake

Climb the via ferrata on Jebel Shams with a certified guide

Add a home-cooked lunch with a local Omani family (on request)

Why guests love it

Real climbing without needing climbing experience

Certified local adventure guide who shares stories about mountain life

Small groups and private options

Pick-up available from Muscat, Nizwa and Al Hamra

أقرب المواعيد المتاحة

ما يشمله السعر

Helmet, harness and via ferrata kit
Certified adventure guide
Air-conditioned vehicle (with pick-up option)
First aid kit

غير مشمول

Lunch (home-cooked Omani lunch available on request)
Breakfast and personal snacks
Gratuities (tips)

برنامج الرحلة

1
Pick-up from Muscat [or Nizwa / Al Hamra]
Early morning pick-up from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle. Drive about [3] hours to Jebel Shams, Oman's highest mountain.
2
Balcony Walk to Sab Bani Khamis
Hike the famous Balcony Walk along the edge of Oman's Grand Canyon to the abandoned mountain village of Sab Bani Khamis.
3
Hidden Lake Break
Rest by a hidden lake, enjoy the views and recharge before the climb.
4
Via Ferrata Climb
Get fitted with a helmet, harness and via ferrata kit. Your guide leads you up the top 200 m of the cliffs on fixed steel cables and ladders.
5
Optional Local Omani Lunch
On request, enjoy a home-cooked lunch served by a local Omani family under the palm leaves.
6
Return
Drive back to Muscat, arriving in the evening [around 11 hours in total].

معلومات مفيدة

مستوى الصعوبة: متوسط
الحد الأدنى للعمر: 15+ سنة
المرشد: جولة مع مرشد باللغة الإنجليزية

معلومات قبل الذهاب

No climbing experience needed – basic fitness required
Adventure takes 5–6 hours; around 11 hours with transport from Muscat
Pick-up available from Muscat, Nizwa, Al Hamra and nearby, or meet at an agreed location
Not recommended for people with back problems, heart conditions, or during pregnancy
Not suitable for people with a strong fear of heights
Tour runs depending on weather – if unsafe, we reschedule or refund in full
Hiking shoes with good grip
Small backpack
Water (at least 2 liters) and snacks
Sunscreen and sunglasses
Warm layer (especially November to March)