A World Above The Mountains

A World Above The Mountains

Explore the A'roos and Saiq Plateaus in a comfortable SUV, enjoying the beauty of the area from spectacular vantage points. Cross the villages and farms and get to know the rural life of the people up close. The ancient paths lead through impressive gorges, walnut groves and pomegranate fields. You will be impressed by the tallest and oldest trees on the Arabian Peninsula - majestic 2'000 to 3'000-year-old juniper trees standing in the dust bowl on the upper Saiq Plateau. A sight that you should not miss.

Itinerary

Explore the A'roos and Saiq Plateaus in a comfortable SUV, enjoying the beauty of the area from spectacular vantage points. Cross the villages and farms and get to know the rural life of the people up close. The ancient paths lead through impressive gorges, walnut groves, and pomegranate fields. You will be impressed by the tallest and oldest trees on the Arabian Peninsula - majestic 2'000 to 3'000-year-old juniper trees standing in the dust bowl on the upper Saiq Plateau. A sight that you should not miss.

Location: Al-Jabel Al-Akhder Mountain ( 2 1/2 From Muscat)

Level 2
Moderate Trekking or cycling Over mainly flat ground with a few small inclines.

Time: Half Day