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A short drive from Musccat you'll find this amazing wadi. You have to walk for almost two hours to reach this final point but the views make it worth it.
Wadi Ash Shab, is one of the most spectacular wadis in Oman.
You must find someone to take you to a Wadi. Take water and food, you will hike for hours, but the views are amazing. Then at the top we swam through a small underwater passage and ended up inside this awesome waterfall cave! One of the best experiences ever. We were with friends living and teaching there but you should not go alone. When the tide from the ocean comes in, you will not be able to get back to your car. You must know what you are doing when you hike a wadi. http://www.omantourism.gov.om/wps/portal/mot/tourism/oman/home/experiences/nature/valleys/!ut/p/a0/04_Sj9CPykssy0xPLMnMz0vMAfGjzOItvc1dg40MzAz8fZzMDTyDQz0Mg92djN2NjfULsh0VAUrMXXQ!/
Wadi Shab is a truly magical place that is made even more amazing with a little local knowledge. To get there from Muscat, no 4WD required. Head along the road to Sur and not long after Fins Beach, take a turn off (slipway) to the right for Wadi Shab or Tiwi Village - it is signposted. Head down under the road and turn left to go underneath the highway. When you come out from under the bridge, do not turn immediately right, cross this road and turn right immediately after it. Follow this road through the village and down the steep hill to the causeway. When you cross over the causeway, turn right and park under the highway. Once you have reached here, you need to take a boat across to the other bank in order to walk up the Wadi. It costs 300 baisa (about 80 US cents). Try to have small change for this - you would be lucky if these guys carried change for a 10, let alone anything bigger. Check what time the last boat goes back - it changes with the season. Once you are across, there is a long but rewarding walk ahead. Luckily there are lots of stunning pools to take a dip in along the way. In 2012, Red Bull held the finals of the Cliff Diving Championships here. Eventually, the walk kind of stops at the water's edge. There is just a rock wall in front of you and a beach of smooth rock to enter the wadi. This is where it is time to get wet. You will need a waterproof bag if you are carrying valuables and I strongly recommend water shoes of some kind. Keep following the wadi upstream. There will be some climbing over rocks and up small gravelly waterfalls and some swimming. How much will depend on the current water level. You will reach a rock wall in front of you and the wadi just seems to appear out of it. There are now only 2 ways to go - back where you came from - or through the wall. There is a crack in the middle of the wall. Go to where this "meets" the water. If the water level is high, it will be all the way up and the only way through is to swim under rock. This is without a doubt dangerous going in blind and one of my least favourite things. I won't do this. If the water level is low enough, which it always has been for me, you can "swim" under, with enough room to get your head through, so you can both see and breathe - a much safer option. You can use your hands on the rock to propel you through. What do you do all of this for...? You are now in a cave with a waterfall. It is partially open at the top, so it is shady rather than dark and the locals have fixed a rope up through the waterfall so you can climb up and jump in. With so many other options further down river for jumping in or stopping in the shade by the water, this may seem like a lot, but it is truly beautiful. Note: Take plenty of drinking water, sunscreen, hat and energy food. It is warm even in winter - especially if you are from colder climes. But most of all - enjoy! And don't be surprised if there are some local lads around eager to show you the way!
The entrance at wadi Shab...stunning natural resort

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Tiwi Sunrise

2.5 out of 5
Unnamed Road Tiwi Ash Sharqiyah South Governorate
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The price is AU$126 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
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Stay at this beach hotel in Tiwi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Wadi Shab and Pebbles Beach are located nearby.
7.4/10 Good! (33 reviews)
The staff were friendly and helpful but the hotel, although quite a nice building, needs an upgrade. Perhaps this will happen before next season as we were told that it has recently been taken over by Nomad Inns. There was no water in the swimming pool and despite being told that it would be filled ...

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Tiwi Sunrise
Nomad Inn Tiwi

Nomad Inn Tiwi

3 out of 5
R63W RH Haret Al Hosn Oman Tiwi Al Buraimi
Stay at this resort in Tiwi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Wadi Shab and Pebbles Beach are located nearby.
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Zaki Hotel Apartment

Zaki Hotel Apartment

3.5 out of 5
Al Sharqiyah Region Sur Ash Sharqiyah South
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The price is AU$66 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$66
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Sur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Sur Traditional Souq and Sunaysilah ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (57 reviews)
Clean and functional

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

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Zaki Hotel Apartment

Zaki Hotel Apartment

3.5 out of 5
Al Sharqiyah Region Sur Ash Sharqiyah South
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Sur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Sur Traditional Souq and Sunaysilah ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (57 reviews)
Clean and functional

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

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chalet peoni is located in sur /Qalhat which is beteen wadi shab and sur city

chalet peoni is located in sur /Qalhat which is beteen wadi shab and sur city

Sur Ash Sharqiyah South Governorate
Stay at this chalet in Sur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sunaysilah Fort and Sur Traditional Souq are located ...
6/10 (1 review)
Large clean villa poorly equipt
We stayed two nights, the villa is spacious, clean and close to the main road. The kitchen is poorly equipped, and there is no washing machine or dryer, which is inaccurate on the listing.

Reviewed on 1 Apr 2025

chalet peoni is located in sur /Qalhat which is beteen wadi shab and sur city
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Riviera suites

2.5 out of 5
sur, oman Sur
Stay at this aparthotel in Sur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Bilad Sur Castle and Sunaysilah Fort are located ...
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Wadi Shab is a truly magical place that is made even more amazing with a little local knowledge. To get there from Muscat, no 4WD required. Head along the road to Sur and not long after Fins Beach, take a turn off (slipway) to the right for Wadi Shab or Tiwi Village - it is signposted. Head down under the road and turn left to go underneath the highway. When you come out from under the bridge, do not turn immediately right, cross this road and turn right immediately after it. Follow this road through the village and down the steep hill to the causeway. When you cross over the causeway, turn right and park under the highway. Once you have reached here, you need to take a boat across to the other bank in order to walk up the Wadi. It costs 300 baisa

Wadi Shab

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Wadi Shab during your travels in Tiwi. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Wadi Shab

Pebbles Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Pebbles Beach during your travels in Tiwi? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Pebbles Beach

Activities

Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Full Day Tour

Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Full Day Tour

AU$113
per adult
Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Full Day Tour
Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Group Full Day Tour

Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Group Full Day Tour

AU$113
per adult
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Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole Group Full Day Tour
Full Day Private Tour to Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole

Full Day Private Tour to Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole

AU$156
per adult
Full Day Private Tour to Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole
Wadi Shab Expedition

Wadi Shab Expedition

AU$170
per adult
Wadi Shab Expedition
Sharing Tour to Wadi Shab, Bimmah Sinkhole and Fins Beach

Sharing Tour to Wadi Shab, Bimmah Sinkhole and Fins Beach

AU$249
per adult
Sharing Tour to Wadi Shab, Bimmah Sinkhole and Fins Beach
Bhimma Sink Hole

Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sink Hole Tour

AU$170
per adult
Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sink Hole Tour
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