Batinah Region

A full day tour to the Batinah region and its famous fort of Nakhal

Visit the lively fish market and experience the atmosphere among the typical Arab merchants in Barka. Watch locals standing around the auction floor bid for fish of all colors, shapes and sizes, while fishermen land the night’s catches on the long beach outside.

Visit the old fort of Rustaq dating back to the 13th century. The small oasis Nakhal located at the foot of Al Hajar Mountains. Amidst the beautiful palm groves is one of the most spectacular stone castles in the world. Built in and on this mountain, this castle is an impressive masterpiece of Arabic architecture. Nakhal fort was built to protect the trade routes between Nizwa and the coast.

A little further, between the countless date and banana plantations, is one of the most famous hot springs in this region; Ayn Thowara. The water that flows through a small canyon creates a Wadi and an adjacent irrigation system (Al Falaj) channels the water in to the Plantations nearby.

Drive back to the Hotel

Sun screen † Steady shoes † Hat

Tours start daily except weekends and national holidays at 9:00 am and finish around 5:00pm This tour involves walking over rough and inclined ground Please pay attention to the local customs of taking photographs

We can help select your international and domestic flights

Extensions / Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged with supplementary charges

We pick you up for daily excursions from Muscat city hotels. Pick up from other areas is at additional cost