| Duration: | 5 Hour(s) - 0 Minute(s) |
| Tour Category: | Climbing |
Oman offers a variety of climbing for beginners and the more experienced. The popular climbing areas have many sport routes (bolted) but the good rock can be found for those wanting to keep there in hand in placing their protection. Good topos are available for single and multi-pitch climbs.
With expert guides, top ropes can be set up for those who want to learn the basics, not yet confident enough to lead. You can hire equipment with or without a guide by the hour, half a day, full-day, or several days. Learn the basics on our indoor wall then try it out outdoors.
The closest climbing area to Muscat is the 5 o’clock slab which is about 5 5-minute drive down the Al Amerat road (Wadi Adai)Here there are a few sports routes but it is predominantly traditional. The rock type being limestone is of good quality and has so far been left for those who enjoy placing gear. It is possible to drive to the base of the crag in 4x4 which means you don’t have far to carry ropes and rack.
Further, a field an hour away is Wadi Dayqah. With sports routes on both sides of the canyon, it is easy to find somewhere to climb in the shade. From 5a to 7b grades Great Rock provides fantastic climbing for all levels of ability. Again it is possible to drive to the base of the crag and is great for group activities
2 hours plus from Muscat are Hadash in the Ghubra Bowl, Khubra Canyon, and the Georgette in Wadi Bani Auf.
