The gem of Wakan Village
Excursions & day trips

The gem of Wakan Village

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$236.71
Free cancellation
Language: English
Availability: Daily
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 7 hours to 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Visit Nakhal, a pretty old town surrounded by oasis and mountains
  • Take the direction to the remote village of Wakan, set inside Wadi Mistal
  • Perfect for those who love panoramic tours
What to expect

Your private guide will meet you at your hotel or selected location at 8:30 AM to begin your day. The first stop is Nakhal, a charming old town surrounded by palm groves and mountains. Here, you'll visit the 17th-century Nakhal Fort, uniquely built around a rocky cliff, offering stunning views from its battlements. The fort's strategic location, with a rocky mountain behind and a rich water source at its base, nourishes the lush date plantations around it.

From Nakhal, the road leads to the nearby Ayn Al Thowwarah hot springs, a favorite local spot for relaxing and picnicking.

Your journey continues toward the remote mountain village of Wakan, nestled in Wadi Mistal. The scenic drive, including a short, gentle off-road trail, climbs up to above 1500 meters above sea level. Wakan is known for its terraced farms growing pomegranates, figs, grapes, and especially peach trees, whose pink blossoms light up the village in April.

A scenic staircase winds through the crops, offering beautiful panoramic viewpoints and the calming sound of flowing water from traditional falaj canals. After exploring, you'll return to Muscat in the afternoon.

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What's included
  • check Private guide and driver
  • check Private comfortable vehicle 4x4
  • check Bottles of mineral water on board
  • check Private tour
  • check Pick-up and drop-off from designated areas
What's not included
  • x_not_included Lunch on the way
  • x_not_included Tips (optional)
  • x_not_included Health/travel insurance
Where
Muscat, Oman
Meeting point:
Pick up from any hotel in Muscat or from Muscat airport. Please re-confirm the pick-up place and time directly with the local operator.
What to remember
  • It's recommended to wear sneakers and comfortable clothes but you must be respectful of the country's rules (no exposure of shoulders and knees for adults, no transparent clothes, etc)
  • Please confirm the pick-up place and time directly with the local operator at least 48 hours before departure. You can find their contact information in the voucher after booking
  • Your belongings are your own responsibility and the local operator is not responsible for any lost belongings during the trip
  • Please note that the tour could be subjected to any unpredicted change during the Ramadan period. However, the local tour provider will be always ready to support the guests and guarantee the best services as possible. Furthermore, the tour will not be available on the religious holidays established by the Oman law (ex.: Eid days)
  • The local operator takes no responsibility for any damage, loss, accident, sickness, injury, or death that the guests may suffer or incur arising out of the tour and activities and/or in connection with the contract with and/or the operator of any activities
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Provider
AFAQ Travel & Tourism
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 2 days before the experience begins.

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