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OMAN REGIONS
BEAUTY TO MATCH EVERY TASTE
Al buraimi
Located in the north-west of Oman and bordering A’Dhahira, Al Buraimi is a semi-desert plain which descends from the southern slopes of the western Al Hajar Mountains. Ruins in the area, such as those found at the villages of Sharm and Madhbah, highlight the existence of ancient trade routes.
Adventure
- Climbing
- Caving
- Camping
- Biking
- Paragliding
- Camel Riding
Nature
- Geology
- Deserts
- Wildlife Watching
- Mountains
- Caves
- Wadis
Culture
- Heritage & Crafts
- Museums
- Arts
- Shopping
- Dining
- UNESCO Sites
Al Batinah South
South Al Batinah Governorate extends between the Sea of Oman in the east and the foothills of the Western Hajar Mountains in the west, and by virtue of its location, economic potential and population density, it has played an influential role throughout Omani history.
Adventure
- Paddle Boarding
- Water Sports
- Camel Riding
- Camping
- Paragliding
- Climbing
Nature
- Beaches
- Caves
- Mountains
- Wadis
- Deserts
- Geology
Culture
- Museums
- Forts
- Crafts
- Shopping
- Dining
- UNESCO Sites
Al Batinah North
Al Batinah North governorate is an expansive coastal area that hosts a fertile agricultural plain that extends along the coast and extends over its lands agricultural fields and population centers.
Adventure
- Paddle Boarding
- Water Sports
- Camel Riding
- Camping
- Paragliding
- Climbing
Nature
- Beaches
- Caves
- Mountains
- Wadis
- Deserts
- Geology
Culture
- Museums
- Forts
- Crafts
- Shopping
- Dining
- UNESCO Sites
Muscat
Muscat is the modern capital of Oman and offers visitors a stunning combination of old and new. From the architectural masterpiece that is the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, to its rugged mountain backdrop and breath-taking beaches, this city never fails to entertain and inspire.
Adventure
- Water Sports
- Golf
- Climbing
- Paragliding
- Caving
- Camping
Nature
- Beaches
- Wadis
- Geology
- Mountains
- Deserts
- Caves
Culture
- Dining
- Forts
- UNESCO Sites
- Museums
- Shopping
- Crafts
A’Sharqiyah North
Consisting of the governorates of North and South Ash Sharqiyah, this part of Oman is widely considered the geographical jewel of the Sultanate. It is here that stunning coastlines give way to the unique ecosystem that is Sharqiyah Sands, making this region a paradise for adventurers and explorers.
Adventure
- Paddle Boarding
- Biking
- Caving
- Kite Surfing
- Camping
- Camel Riding
Nature
- Geology
- Beaches
- Deserts
- Caves
- Wadis
- Mountains
Culture
- Dining
- Forts
- Shopping
- Museums
- Entertainment
- UNESCO Sites
A’Sharqiyah South
The South A’Sharqiyah Governorate is the north-eastern facade of the Sultanate of Oman. It overlooks the Arabian Sea from the east and is connected to the Sharqiyah sands from the south and Al-Dakhiliyah Governorate from the west. South A’Sharqiyah governorate includes five districts: Sur, Al-Kamel Wa Al-Wafi, Jalan Bani Bu Hassan, Jalan Bani Bu Ali and Masirah Island.
Adventure
- Paddle Boarding
- Biking
- Caving
- Kite Surfing
- Camping
- Camel Riding
Nature
- Geology
- Beaches
- Deserts
- Caves
- Wadis
- Mountains
Culture
- Dining
- Forts
- Shopping
- Museums
- Entertainment
- UNESCO Sites
A’Dakhiliyah
A’Dakhiliyah, meaning ‘The Interior’, is a land-locked governorate comprised of a portion of the Al Hajar Mountain range and eight separate districts: Adam, Al Hamra, Bahla, Bidbid, Izki, Manah, Nizwa and Samail.
Adventure
- Hiking
- Camping
- Caving
- Biking
- Paragliding
- Climbing
Nature
- Wadis
- Wildlife
- Mountains
- Geology
- Deserts
- Caves
Culture
- Entertainment
- Museums
- Forts
- Shopping
- Dining
- UNESCO Sites
A’Dhahirah
Once situated in prime position on the ancient trade routes, A’Dhahira in Oman’s west is traditionally the bridge between Oman’s stunning mountain ranges and the neighbouring UAE and Saudi Arabia.
Adventure
- Biking
- Camel Riding
- Caving
- Climbing
- Paragliding
- Camping
Nature
- Mountains
- Deserts
- Caves
- Geology
- Wildlife
- Wadis
Culture
- Entertainment
- Dining
- Museums
- Shopping
- Forts
- UNESCO Sites
Al Wusta
Flanked on the east by the Arabian Sea, on the west by the Rub Al Khali – The Empty Quarter – and by Oman’s most southern governorate – Dhofar – to the south, Al Wusta covers a large area in the middle of the Sultanate.
Adventure
- Camel Riding
- Biking
- Climbing
- Kite Surfing
- Paddle Boarding
- Camping
Nature
- Geology
- Deserts
- Wadis
- Beaches
- Wildlife
- Caves
Culture
- Dining
- Forts
- Crafts
- Museums
- Forts
- UNESCO Sites
Dhofar
Although Dhofar lies over 1,000 kilometres from the capital city of Muscat, planning a trip is easy with daily flights between Muscat and Salalah and direct connections from other Arab Gulf states.
Adventure
- Caving
- Biking
- Kite Surfing
- Camping
- Golf
- Camel Riding
Nature
- Caves
- Mountains
- Wildlife
- Deserts
- Geology
- Beaches
Culture
- Crafts
- Entertainment
- Shopping
- UNESCO Sites
- Dining
- Forts
Musandam
The exclave of Musandam is Oman’s northernmost governorate, separated from the rest of Oman by the UAE and home to some of the Sultanate’s most dramatic landscape.
Adventure
- Paddle Boarding
- Water Sports
- Kite Surfing
- Camping
- Paragliding
- Caving
Nature
- Mountains
- Geology
- Deserts
- Beaches
- Caves
- Wadis
Culture
- Dining
- Forts
- Crafts
- UNESCO Sites
- Shopping
- Museums
EXPERIENCE OMAN
ADVENTURE
From exploring one of the largest cave chambers in the world, Majlis Al Jinn, to snorkelling the colourful coral reefs of Daymaniyat Islands or camping under the stars in the A’Sharqiyah Sands; adventure is at the heart of every journey through Oman.
NATURE & WILDLIFE
Oman takes great pride in its magnificent ecology and diverse flora and fauna, actively protecting it through the establishment of nature reserves such as the Daymaniyat Islands near Muscat, the turtle reserve at Ras Al Jinz, the Land of Frankincense in Dhofar or the Arabian Oryx Sanctuary in Al Wusta.
CULTURE
Oman’s culture is deeply rooted in its proud heritage and history of seafaring, trading, and exploration. Today, long-standing traditions blend seamlessly with modern day living, with the latest fashion and electronics brands sold alongside traditional handmade crafts, jewellery, and even livestock at souqs around the country.
