The Best Trails in Muḩāfaz̧at Shamāl ash Sharqīyah (Oman)

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Photo of Wahiba Sands / Ramlat Al Wahiba / Sharqiya Sands crossing north - south, Al Raka - coast / Qihayd / Ali Mosque Wahaibi Photo of Wahiba - North to the Sea - WB Dec plan Photo of Bidyah to Ras Ruwais Desert Route
  • near Ar Rākah, Northeastern Governorate (Sultanate of Oman)
    Distance
    92.47mi
    Elevation +
    2825f
    TrailRank
    63| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofWahiba Sands / Ramlat Al Wahiba / Sharqiya Sands crossing north - south, Al Raka - coast / Qihayd / Ali Mosque Wahaibi Photo ofWahiba Sands / Ramlat Al Wahiba / Sharqiya Sands crossing north - south, Al Raka - coast / Qihayd / Ali Mosque Wahaibi Photo ofWahiba Sands / Ramlat Al Wahiba / Sharqiya Sands crossing north - south, Al Raka - coast / Qihayd / Ali Mosque Wahaibi

    Wahiba Sands / Ramlat Al Wahiba / Sharqiya Sands crossing north-south from Al Raka to coast / to Qihayd / to Ali Mosque Wahaibi This track is the one described in the Oman Off-Road book. Suggestions: - Take desert...

    We did this track as part of the Raid through Oman that our group did, in April 2022. We went with two 4x4 cars and it w...
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  • near Shāhiq, Northeastern Governorate (Sultanate of Oman)
    Distance
    110.75mi
    Elevation +
    4068f
    TrailRank
    46
    Photo ofWahiba - North to the Sea - WB Dec plan Photo ofWahiba - North to the Sea - WB Dec plan Photo ofWahiba - North to the Sea - WB Dec plan

    We have done this track to find a fairly "comfortable" track for passengers but still experience the desert & sand. The route is easy and reach nice huge dunes close to the sea. We left the plan to the west (see track)...

  • Bidyah to Ras Ruwais Desert Route

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    near Ghubrat Ghilayfayţ, Northeastern Governorate (Sultanate of Oman)
    Distance
    85.51mi
    Elevation +
    3091f
    TrailRank
    32
    Photo ofBidyah to Ras Ruwais Desert Route Photo ofBidyah to Ras Ruwais Desert Route Photo ofBidyah to Ras Ruwais Desert Route

    بدية راس رويس Sand route from Bidyah to Ras Ruwais. Not the best route but easy one for medium level entry.

  • Ayn Qa’abat

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    near Al Buda‘ah, Northeastern Governorate (Sultanate of Oman)
    Distance
    1.48mi
    Elevation +
    95f
    TrailRank
    32
    Photo ofAyn Qa’abat Photo ofAyn Qa’abat Photo ofAyn Qa’abat

    An easy trail following a river stream leading to a hot spring (ayn qaabat). Also known as Sulfur springs (although not much sulphur to be found).

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  • near Ḩawīyah, Northeastern Governorate (Sultanate of Oman)
    Distance
    47.26mi
    Elevation +
    1768f
    TrailRank
    32
    Photo ofWahiba Sands in a VW T4 syncro - day 2 Photo ofWahiba Sands in a VW T4 syncro - day 2 Photo ofWahiba Sands in a VW T4 syncro - day 2

    Just follow the track direction south. The track goes more east. You will (have to) cross some dunes. With 1.00bar and 2nd gear and pedal to the metal you can make it also in a T4 syncro. Use your rear difflock! That’s...

  • Wahiba sends to cost

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    near Ḩawīyah, Northeastern Governorate (Sultanate of Oman)
    Distance
    114.63mi
    Elevation +
    2287f
    TrailRank
    29
    Photo ofWahiba sends to cost

    Cos wahiba desert passing 1000 nights camp. Alone with Pajero 4×4. Track is moderate and can be done without guide.

  • Off-roading with friend

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    near Ath Tharmidīyah, Northeastern Governorate (Sultanate of Oman)
    Distance
    13.81mi
    Elevation +
    220f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofOff-roading with friend Photo ofOff-roading with friend Photo ofOff-roading with friend

    Off roading from Al Qabil (شجة الجوفاء Shajat Al Jawfaa) to Bidiya (شجة الراحة) Not complete track is showing here I missed to set it up

  • Baḑ‘ah/Hawer

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    near Baḑ‘ah, Northeastern Governorate (Sultanate of Oman)
    Distance
    5.01mi
    Elevation +
    3192f
    TrailRank
    27
    Photo ofBaḑ‘ah/Hawer Photo ofBaḑ‘ah/Hawer Photo ofBaḑ‘ah/Hawer

    Baḑ‘ah fun and lots of boulders and swimming! Abseiling at the start can be avoiddd via the wadi.-not recommended with kids.

  • near Maşrūn, Northeastern Governorate (Sultanate of Oman)
    Distance
    27.53mi
    Elevation +
    604f
    TrailRank
    25
    Photo ofWahiba Experience 'Against the grain' Part 1 Photo ofWahiba Experience 'Against the grain' Part 1 Photo ofWahiba Experience 'Against the grain' Part 1

    This trip we stayed close to the northern edge and did some more challenging tracks against "the grain" under the professional guidance and support of the Hamtaro Team Tel. 96666629

  • Maqţa‘ - Gharūbah

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    near Maqţa‘, Northeastern Governorate (Sultanate of Oman)
    Distance
    22.71mi
    Elevation +
    1880f
    TrailRank
    25
    Photo ofMaqţa‘ - Gharūbah Photo ofMaqţa‘ - Gharūbah Photo ofMaqţa‘ - Gharūbah

    I wanted to show track from Ibra to coast near Tiwi, but I forgot to record first part. Track is starting on the crossroads where I choosed left road to Jaylah Tombs on Salmah Plateau. It was very good choice. Beautiful ...

  • Ibra to Fins

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    near Ḩājir, Northeastern Governorate (Sultanate of Oman)
    Distance
    48.74mi
    Elevation +
    6942f
    TrailRank
    25

    One minor detour to be skipped (route through wadi is blocked) otherwise epic views all along this route. Track starts where road construction pushes the route into the wadi, some tarmac along the way but mostly dirt roa...

  • near Al Ghabbī, Northeastern Governorate (Sultanate of Oman)
    Distance
    31.22mi
    Elevation +
    932f
    TrailRank
    23
    Photo ofWahiba Sands in a VW T4 Syncro - day 1

    Just follow the direction to the 1001 night desert camp. Up there it’s easy and lots of people are around you. We took a track to the right (west) uphill and slept on a small dune.

  • Al Wahiba crossing 2023

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    near Ar Rākah, Northeastern Governorate (Sultanate of Oman)
    Distance
    95.86mi
    Elevation +
    3005f
    TrailRank
    19

    Bidiyah - Al Juwairija. Path is doable by 4x4WD vehicle. There are few dunes that need to be crossed. So you should have some experience with driving in desert. Just turn on your 4x4 and put your ESP in off position. Hav...

  • near Ghubrat Ghilayfayţ, Northeastern Governorate (Sultanate of Oman)
    Distance
    247.42mi
    Elevation +
    3432f
    TrailRank
    61
    Photo of3/7 GAMSB22 Wahiba Sands - Bar Al Hickman - Sugar Dunes (www.gam4x4.com) Photo of3/7 GAMSB22 Wahiba Sands - Bar Al Hickman - Sugar Dunes (www.gam4x4.com) Photo of3/7 GAMSB22 Wahiba Sands - Bar Al Hickman - Sugar Dunes (www.gam4x4.com)

    -NOTA IMPORTANTE- Los tracks y waypoints publicados en Wikiloc están destinados a ofrecer información de las rutas realizadas por nuestro grupo de aventura 4x4. Los caminos descritos pueden sufrir modificaciones por las...

  • Wadi Hawar, Sharqiya

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    near Biḑ‘ah, Ash Sharqiyah North Governorate (Sultanate of Oman)
    Distance
    3.31mi
    Elevation +
    1056f
    TrailRank
    51| Rating 4.0
    Photo ofWadi Hawar, Sharqiya Photo ofWadi Hawar, Sharqiya Photo ofWadi Hawar, Sharqiya
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