Wadi Bani Khalid
The face of wadis in Oman.
The pools start minutes' walk from the car park: no hike, any car, 2.5 hrs from Muscat on Route 23. Walk 15–20 min upstream and the crowds are gone.
| Difficulty | Easy |
|---|---|
| Time needed | 2–4 hrs |
| Hike | None, unless you explore the cave; the pools are minutes from the car park |
| Swim | Yes (optional) |
| Vehicle | Any car (2WD ok) |
| Best season | Year-round, Oct–Apr the best |
| Entry fee | Free |
From Exploring Oman, a guide by Hussain, a licensed Omani tour guide. 50 places are free to browse right now, each with the drive, the walk in, the entry fee and the right month.