Private 4x4 Safari - The Mountain of the Sun

A fascinating private safari through the Hajar Mountains and the oases of Fanjah and Birkat Al Mauz. Visit Nizwa, a 17th century fort, then the tour takes you to Misfah, a village built into the rock. Travel nearly 9,843 feet (3,000 meters) for view deep into the "Grand Canyon of Oman".

Enjoy a great day out driving through the fascinating Hajar Mountains and the oases of Fanjah and Birkat Al Mauz.

In Nizwa you will visit the famous 17th century fort and the souk with its excellent Bedouin jewelry. Continue to Misfah, a village seemingly hewn out of rock.

Your next stop will be in the picturesque Al Hamra, one of the last loam villages in Oman. From Al Hamra the path leads to Jebel Shams, the "Mountain of the Sun", from a height of nearly 9,843 feet (3,000 meters) you will have an outstanding view deep into the "Grand Canyon of Oman".

A stop for a picnic lunch will be made en-route.

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