• The Sultanate in all its cultures
  • The Sultanate in all its cultures
  • The Sultanate in all its cultures
  • The Sultanate in all its cultures
  • The Sultanate in all its cultures
  • The Sultanate in all its cultures
  • The Sultanate in all its cultures
Oman

The Sultanate in all its cultures

Réf : POMADX

In summary

  • Sports
    Hiking / Trekking
  • Duration
    12 days
  • Level
    Intermediate

    Levels

    Hiking / Trekking
    Beginner
    For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
    Intermediate
    For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
    Confirmed
    For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
    Advanced
    For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
    Expert
    For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
  • Destination
    Middle East / Oman
  • Age
    From the age of 18
  • CO₂-Emissions
    3644.76 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    French
    English

In a few words

This trip has been designed to offer you a cultural approach to the country, through its customs and traditions, its people, and the hidden gems known only to your tour leader. Traveling with our guides in Oman is already an experience to be savored, and the breathtaking scenery of the Sultanate of Oman makes for a truly memorable experience. They reveal the country in all its cultural diversity, opening it up to us in a new light. This discovery journey takes us from the high plateaus of Jebel Akdhar at 2,000 meters to the Musandam peninsula in the far north of the country, not forgetting the magnificent Wahiba Sands desert. We experience an authentic, unspoiled Oman, far from the usual tourist routes. The cruise in Musandam aboard a traditional dhow gives us privileged access to these mysterious fjords.

The highlights

  • The exclusive and wild discovery of the Musandam Fjords
  • Our most comprehensive 12-day trip to Oman
  • An intimate look at the Omani people, Bedouins, fishermen or mountain dwellers
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Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

Intermediate

Levels

Hiking / Trekking
Beginner
For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
Intermediate
For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
Confirmed
For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
Advanced
For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
Expert
For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.

The expert's opinion

Little elevation gain, but Oman is a mountainous country where all the roads are stony and many are steep.

Some of the trails in the wadis also contain water crossings.

This trip does not require any specific experience. Practicing an endurance activity (walking or cycling) 1 to 2 times a week for 2 months before departure is a plus.

In figures

Hiking

  • Average duration/day: 2h30

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Languages ​​spoken:
French
English
Supervisor

During your trip, you will be accompanied by a French-speaking tour guide until day 9 and your flight to Khasab. In Khasab and throughout your journey to Dubai, you will be welcomed by our English-speaking Musandam team.

Your tour guide has been chosen for their extensive field experience, their specific knowledge of the geographical area and its culture, and their passion for sharing the country. In most cases, they are not Omani, but rather a regional Arabic-speaking guide, due to the lack of a trekking guide training school in Oman. Your guide is assisted by English-speaking Omani drivers.


Our guides are multi-skilled, capable of leading the trip, driving, and cooking. They have a particularly heavy workload (as in other Nordic countries or in the USA and Canada, for example) because, in addition to leading the group, they drive and are also responsible for many meals (shopping, preparation). Therefore, they would greatly appreciate any participation and assistance with their tasks, such as helping to load the 4x4s or preparing picnics. This is what happens spontaneously in our groups, but it doesn't hurt to let us know so you can be prepared.

Airport pick-up is provided by your French-speaking guide or an English-speaking member of the local team.

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8
Day 9
Day 10
Day 11
Day 12
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    Flight to Muscat

    • Transportation Plane - 07h - 5585km
    • Accommodation 2-star hotel
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner not included
    Flight to Muscat. Depending on your arrival time (some flights are more nighttime than daytime), you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel, or you will depart directly for your tour. Meals are not included in the city.
    Day 1

Note

The route, distances, and walking times are approximate. They may be modified depending on trail conditions, weather, and the group's pace. In such cases, our experience in the field will guide us in choosing the best solution for your safety and that of the group.

Accommodation

Access

Departure
Muscat
Day 1 : 00h00
End of stay
Muscat
Day 12 - 00h00

Go to the starting point

Access by plane
The nearest airport isMCT - Muscat - Aéroport international de Muscat

We most often travel with Turkish Airlines, one of the best airlines in Europe in terms of service and punctuality.

Depending on availability at the time of your booking, we may be able to modify this flight plan to offer a more convenient option, directly to Istanbul. There is also a direct flight from Paris to Oman, at an additional cost. For any of these adjustments, please consult your travel advisor.


If there is no more availability on Turkish Airlines, we often use the excellent companies from the Gulf countries, which are punctual and comfortable (example: Gulf Air, Emirates and Oman Air).

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Price details

The price includes

  • Flights from Paris to Muscat and from Dubai to Paris
  • Domestic flight Muscat / Khassab
  • Local transfers
  • Entrances to the sites
  • Accommodation as indicated in the program
  • Full board except for meals in Dubai
  • The team of drivers.
  • Our French-speaking tour guide will accompany you to Khasab, followed by English-speaking support from Khasab to Dubai.

The price does not include

  1. Visa fees for Oman (no visa required for the Emirates)
  2. Personal expenses
  3. Drinks
  4. The optional meals mentioned in the program (approximately 4 meals at €20 per meal)
  5. Tips for your tour guide and local team (at your discretion).

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities

Specifics

Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).


In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.

It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.


ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.

Equipment

Equipment provided on site

Individual and group cooking equipment and group bivouac equipment are provided by us.

Equipment to bring

  • Sunscreen cream for face and lips
  • 1.5 L water bottle
  • Packet of tissues
  • Hand sanitizing gel or disinfectant wipes
  • Mosquito repellent spray for skin and clothing
  • A roll of toilet paper
  • A lighter
  • Comfortable sleeping bag, adapted to your size, rather mummy-shaped (closer to the body and with a hood that closes) with a side zip closure for opening at your convenience.

It is necessary to adapt your sleeping bag to the temperatures encountered, determined according to your travel dates and the region visited. We advise you to choose a sleeping bag that is comfortable at 10°C below the lowest average temperature you will encounter (for example, if you are traveling in February in the Nizwa region (see Climate), you need a sleeping bag that is comfortable at: 15 - 10 = 5°C).

A sleeping bag that's comfortable at -10°C will also be comfortable at 0°C or 10°C; simply open it to allow air to circulate inside. Conversely, if you already have a sleeping bag that's comfortable at 10°C, for example, a fleece sleeping bag liner will make it about 5 degrees warmer.

  • Cotton or silk sleeping bag liner.
  • Headlamp + spare batteries (always useful).
  • Lightweight bath towel.
  • Knife (don't forget to put it in your checked baggage on the plane).
  • Toiletry bag and bath towel

Clothing to bring

Clothing, from head to toe:


  • Walking shoes: high or low-cut, as you prefer, but with good soles. Avoid new shoes, as blisters could ruin your trip: if necessary, try to break them in before you leave.
  • Lightweight shoes or sandals are recommended for walking through towns and villages, during transfers, or in the evenings at camp. Sandals, which offer good ventilation, are ideal when the weather permits. These shoes should be brought in addition to your hiking boots.
  • Shoes or sandals that can go in the water, for wadi crossings, like old sneakers.
  • Lightweight socks for daytime and warm (wool or looped) socks for evenings at altitude.
  • Trousers in cotton or lightweight material
  • Swimsuit. Please note that in some areas it is advisable to cover up for swimming: bring shorts and a T-shirt to go in the water.
  • Shirts or T-shirts with sleeves covering the shoulders.
  • Polar
  • Gore-tex type jacket for rain, wind and cold.
  • Hat or cap, and/or a shemagh: the first two offer the advantage of also protecting your face from the sun, which the shemagh (long veil scarf) does not do: the latter is on the other hand very useful for protecting yourself from the cold, the heat, the sand and the wind.
  • Category 3 sunglasses


For nights spent bivouacking at altitude in the heart of winter (from mid-November to mid-March) you will also need:

  • Warm jacket: down-type jacket or thick fleece in addition to the Gore-Tex jacket.
  • Cap
  • Gloves
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