5 Thrilling Outdoor Escapes in Oman – Enjoy the exhilaration, excitement and energy as you embrace the Omani outdoors!

Wadi means Valley in Arabic and Hebrew, and wadis are well known in the Middle East. Cooling off at a wadi is a popular outdoor activity among the top things to do in Oman Muscat. With several wadis around in Oman though they tend to be dry during some parts of the year with the monsoon rains the valleys become filled with water inviting visitors for a cool plunge. You come away feeling renewed by these natural oases, most of which also offer you shade with fruit-laden date palms or other trees offering some hours of pleasure with a picnic or barbecue.

The horse-riding enthusiasts would adore the chance to ride in Muscat with the Qurm Equestrian Riding School. They offer a range of horses suitable for experienced riders as well as novices with trained staff to help visitors. The rides handled by this school include a stretch of trotting on the sandy stretches of beach that provide excellent beach views as you trot along. The riding school is a short 15-minute ride from properties like Al Falaj Hotel.

Being blessed by a long stretch of coastline Oman can offer many water sports to visitors apart from ample chances to enjoy beach walks and beach games. Kitesurfing, wakeboarding, jet-skiing, windsurfing and waterskiing are some of the most popular watersports indulged by visitors. With constant winds, rolling waves and exciting vibes Az Zaibah Beach is a popular rendezvous for watersport aficionados visiting the capital city of Muscat. Many other beaches around Oman provide similar excitement with a variety of water sports.

Cycling in Oman is a sheer pleasure with different landscapes as you pedal along picturesque coastlines, craggy cliffs, rugged terrain, historical castles and forts and gloriously empty deserts. Hence don’t miss the pleasure of a spot of pedalling while you are here. Cycling in Oman is on the increase, especially in the month of February with the nation hosting visiting teams and riders to take part in the Tour of Oman race and associated activities. Even during other months of the year, there are plenty of good reasons to explore the nature and history of Oman on a bicycle.

Sandboarding is one of the most popular and thrilling adventures in the deserts of Oman. You get to climb the golden dunes, grab your board and glide down effortlessly feeling awesome. Sandboarding offers you the element of thrill, the serene satisfaction of mastering it and the ability to try different tricks of gliding down on the soft sand that cushions your falls. An experience to be treasured and loaded with unforgettable moments. The awe-inspiring view of the desert enriches the experience.