Explore West of Salalah picturesque places – Full Day

Eftalquot cliff and beach

First stop will be at Eftalquot cliff and beach, which  is one of the most beautiful exciting cliffs in the province, located 40 km west of Salalah city. It is a high vertical rocky exposure overlooking the vast sparkling water of Indian ocean. With a spectacular view and its vast hills that are green in the autumn season and the near by beautiful beach, this beach can be seen from the top of the neighbouring hills which fabricates a breath-taking view.

Mughsail beach

Next stop will be at the beautiful golden beach of Al-Magsail. Have a few moments of relaxation time and enjoy yourself with the majestic deep blue ocean and the dazzling sunlight making the sand sparkle as a thousand tiny jewels. You may talk a short walk and immerse your toes in this long soft sandy beach and feel the warm breeze petting your face while you relish the flooding sound of the waves lapping at your feet. You will spot an amazing picturesque view of rocky mountains meeting the ocean just nearby articulating a beautiful meeting point. A peaceful time you deserve. 

Marneef cave & Limestone

Next stop will be a 5 minutes’ drive from Magsail beach to the nearby Marneef Cave and blow holes. Situated at face of Marneef mountain, a beautiful limestone cavity formation overlooking the ocean with the nearby blow holes and Magsail beach. Marneef cave has been a unique destination for locals and tourists, because of the Natural Phenomenal fountains (blow-holes) located in the area. The running water rips through the rock cavities, resulting in the surge of the water fountain, noted for its outstanding beauty. In addition to the sound of the gushing water lends the place a unique ambience of its own. The place also has a nice restaurant and café which adds a completion to your trip as you can enjoy a calming time overlooking the vast Indian ocean view while enjoying a nice cup of coffee.

Al Fazayah Beach

Your next stop will be at Al- Fazayah beach. It is absolutely one of the best shore sites in Dhofar province and a very attracting spot for shore lovers. Situated down the rocky hills of west Dhofar mountains and surrounded by an amazing mushroom like cliffs at a height of more than 700 meters, makes the place a stunning natural picture that makes you speechless. It is a perfect overnight camping spot, especially in winter time. The place gives you a feeling of freedom as it is away from any domestic reach, which makes it a perfect place to relax without disturbance. You can really enjoy the walk, swim, snorkelling and even camping and definitely take with you unforgettable experience of your visit to Salalah and Oman.

Shaat sinkhole

Located near Rakhyut Town, 82 km drive from Salalah city and 50 km drive from Magsail beach. Shaat sinkhole is an amazing natural wonder of west Salalah. A natural phenomena of karst/topography cavity in the ground at the high mountain of Shaat area. The place has 3 walking tracks around the sinkhole, with 3 viewing galleries. Looking over the view gallery you will definitely feel the spectacular exciting life of the nature in the place, while you hear a numerous different birds tweets around the wide opening of the sinkhole . However, It is not only the sinkhole that will excite you, but also the way to it offers an outstanding Eco highlights and a breath-taking high cliffs views overlooking the Indian ocean glimmering waves.

Shaat mountain and cliffs (800 m above sea level)

Set above the clouds at the high limestone cliff of Shaat mountain at an elevation of 800 meters above sea level. Unleash your imaginations at this breath-taking luxurious point. Relax and Capture an unbelievable pics of the fading sunset across the beautiful authentic country side of Shaat village. This is one of the top stunning view gallery points in Dhofar Region. A place will definitely make space for its beauty in your travel diary.