OMAN GEOLOGY & ADVENTURE 13 Nights-14 Days Muscat, Radiolarites, Sands & Desert, Salt Dome, Hajar Mountains, Al Hamra & Pillow Lava
Oman, Muscat
SKU : GH10
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7-14 Days
Description
Embark on an exhilarating exploration of the geological wonders in one of the Earth's most diverse landscapes. Oman, with its varied terrains from gravel to sand to salt, offers a captivating array of landscapes and formations tailored to satisfy the unique interests of every geological enthusiast.
Our geological tours cater to diverse groups, welcoming students, teachers, and tourists of all sizes. Each day is a journey of discovery, unveiling the secrets held within the rocks, mountains, and fossils of the Sultanate. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Oman's indigenous wildlife, flora, and fauna. Beyond geology, our excursions weave through archaeological sites, local cultures, and captivating human stories. Many of our trips extend to iconic destinations such as Muscat, the coastal town of Sur, and the historic village of Nakhal.
No prior geological knowledge is necessary; our tours offer something for everyone, from enthusiastic beginners to seasoned experts. Join us for an enriching experience that goes beyond the rocks, unlocking the geological, cultural, and natural treasures of Oman.
Includes
Full board.
Tour guide.
Omani drivers.
Cars insurance.
Agency assistance.
Camping set up.
Catering services
Airport pick-up drop-off.
Transportation (4WD, private cars or bus).
Accommodation (from camping tents to 5-star hotels).
Excludes
International Flight Tickets.
Visa fees.
Travel Styles
Cultural
Nature & Adventure
Tour Type
Multi Days
Itinerary
- Individual arrival in Muscat
- Overnight: hotel accommodation in Muscat
- Introduction to the geology of Oman Wadi al Kabir's viewpoint.
- Al Khoud: Pillow Lava and Eocene Nummulites
- Halban: Beehive tombs
- Overnight: hotel accommodation in Muscat
- Saih Hatat: window exhumed subduction zone.
- Al Siffah: Eclogite.
- Wadi Al Mayh: Mega-folds.
- Bimmah: Sinkhole.
- Overnight: camp at Finns beach.
- Northern Coast of Oman: Tsunamites, Coastal uplift, and Jurassic Radiolarites.
- Wadi Shab: hike
- City of Sur: Tour of Dhau Shipyard
- Evening: Turtle Beach, depending on the season viewing turtle egg laying or hatching
- Overnight: camp in radiolarites
- Batain: Kimberlite occurrences within the Batain nap
- Jalan: Outcrops in basement rocks
- Wahiba Sand Desert: Dune Bashing and overnight camp
- Wahiba Sands: Aeolianites and Limnic Deposits.
- Qarat Kibrit: Salt Dome.
- Overnight: camp in the Salt Dome.
- Nizwa City: Fort and market (souq).
- Hajar Mountains: Eastern flank.
- Overnight: hotel accommodation in Muscat.
- City tour of Muscat: tour of The Grand Mosque and Muttrah Souq.
- Overnight: hotel accommodation in Muscat.
- Introduction to the Geology of the Hajar Mountain Range.
- Wadi Mistal: Quaternary climate and Precambrian Tillites.
- Overnight: Camp in Wadi Al Abyad.
- Wadi al Abyad: View fossilized Moho and hike through The ophiolites.
- Overnight: camp in Wadi Al Abyad.
- Wadi Bani Kharus: Permian unconformity Snowball Earth tillites.
- Wadi Bani Awf: Mountain oasis Falaj systems.
- Overnight: camp near Al Hamra.
- Sint: Fossil Megalodonts, Paleo-wetland, and Sheeted dikes.
- Al Ayn: Pre-Islamic BeehiveTombs (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
- Overnight: camp within the sheeted dike complex.
- Wadi Jizzi: Pillow lava of the Geotimes outcrop; Ancient copper mining.
- Sohar: Black Smoker.
- Overnight : camp near the Black Smoker.
- Ghizayn: White Smoker
- Drive back to Muscat.
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