Full-Day Via Ferrata & Balcony Trekking
Al Hamra10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Hotel pickup
About this experience
This is a world-class experience on top of the highest mountain Oman, Jebel Shams.
Climb the top 200m cliffs of a 2,000m high mountain like a pro, without any previous experience. This is what the Via Ferrata is all about.
In just one day, you’ll hike the famous Balcony Walk, visit the abandoned mountain village of Sab Bani Khamis, rest by a hidden lake, and tackle the Via Ferrata — all guided by a certified local adventure expert.
Our guide is not only trained and experienced, but also welcoming and culturally connected, offering stories, insight, and a warm introduction to mountain life.
After the trek, enjoy a simple and authentic home-cooked lunch served by a local Omani family under the palm leaves.
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What’s included
- Food and drinks
- Helment, Harness, Via Ferrata Kit
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Adventure Guide
- First Aid
- Local Lunch
Not included
- Breakfast & Snacks
- Personal Snacks
Itinerary
- 1
Pick up
After having a breakfast in the hotel, you will meet the Omani Guide at 8:00 a.m. Begin your journey from Muscat towards the majestic Hajar Mountains. Enjoy the scenic drive as you head west. The drive usually takes around 3 hours towards Jebel Shams.
- 2
Stop at Al Hamra
A short break in the historic town of Al Hamra to grab snacks or essentials before we ascend into the mountains.
- 3
Grand Canyon
start driving up to Jebel shams, the Road is mixed between black top & off road. it will take us to the view point of Grand Canyon.
- 4
Hiking start point
Arrival at Village Trail head Park the vehicles at the starting village Khateem . Receive a safety briefing and gear orientation by our certified guides. Helmets, harnesses, and Via Ferrata Kit will be provided.
- 5
Balcony Walk
The "Balcony Trek" is a 2 hour guided hike dating back 300 years, that takes place on an old path connecting the famously deserted village of San Bani Khamis where you can see what the local lifestyle was there 70 years ago, also known as Oman's Grand Canyon. we will continue walking for about 4.5 km till we reach to the hidden lake in the bottom of the mountain. there we can rest & getting ready for a via ferrata part.
- 6
Via Ferrta
Upon reaching the cliff section we’ll transition to the Via Ferrata (iron path). Using safety cables and iron rungs anchored into the rock, you’ll climb and traverse with full protection under the guidance of our team. (the climbing route is hung with a stainless-steel cable fixed to the rock to which the climbers affix a harness with two leashes, reaching all the way up 200m cliffs. it will take about 2 hours.) * All safety gear included * No prior climbing experience required (basic fitness needed)
- 7
End Point & Return
End Point & Return After completing the loop, we’ll begin the return journey to Muscat. On the way we will stop at local restaurant to have lunch.
Good to know
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Minimum age
- 10+ years
- Languages
- British English, Italian
Know before you go
- Personal belonging
- Back bag to carry snacks & water
- hiking shoes
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
- Cancel within 24h of the start time: 100% charge.
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