Wadi Bani Khalid, Ash Sharqiyah Governorate, Oman
Wadi Bani Khalid is a valley in Oman, which is part of the Arabian Peninsula. Despite its arid surroundings, the wadi is characterized by streams and spring water that bubble up from underground. A number of small villages and some plantations sit near these water sources. Bani Khalid also has colorful rock formations that get their hues (green and red) from a high concentration of minerals.
This is one of the more accessible oases in Arabia. It sits on the highway that connects Muscat and Sur, two of the country’s main population centers. Because of its relative accessibility, this place is popular with tourists, both domestic and international. Swimming is one of the main pastimes, and there are caves and streams in the area as well for those who do not mind trekking in the desert heat.
Epic Oman Culture & Adventure Route © Monika Newbound
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