Oman Wild Roots
9 Days
Min 6 max 11
€1,750
The Trip
Travel with us to the sultanate of Oman. A land of mystery and hidden beauty. Together we will embark on an unprecedented adventure amidst the pristine Hajar Mountains. A travel experience you won’t find anywhere else. For a week, we will go back in time and enter another world. A serene world of lush wadis and rugged mountains. With a unique and ancient cultural history where semi-nomadic lifestyles still survive and mountain peoples traditionally live in harmony with the mountainous desert.
Together with these local Hajar residents, their mules, and our Omani guide friends, we traverse the majestic mountain landscape of this region. Our daily rhythm soon falls in step with the simple yet enriching life of the mountain nomads. We rise with the morning sun and continue our journey along winding herders’ trails to enjoy golden sunsets at the end of the day. Along the way, we’ll hardly see a soul other than wild donkeys and fearless mountain goats. Every night we camp in the wild or spend the night near the shepherds’ self-built encampments, where we fall asleep under a crystal-clear starry sky. We drink water from centuries-old reservoirs and enjoy local Omani cuisine. And it won’t disappoint.
After a week spent outside feral and marveling, we return to civilization satisfied and enriched with impressions and perspectives.
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Theme and levels
Wild Roots is the theme of this group trip: a journey to a place where nature and culture are inseparable. This trip takes place in the Hajar Mountains away from civilization. Amenities are not always nearby during this trip. A good basic condition and experience with hiking in mountainous terrain is desirable for the trip. We will do treks of 5-8 hours per day. Experience with (wild) camping, Wild Human trip is a plus, but not necessary.
Impression
Your guide on this trip
Nick Platje
Gedreven wildernisgids en Mountain Leader. Eindeloos nieuwsgierig naar andere culturen en groot liefhebber van pionieren op ongewone plekken. Wordt doorgaans waargenomen met camera. In een vorig leven was Nick marinier. Zijn mantra: als het maar wild is.
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Experiences
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Practical
Cost
€1,750
This includes:
- One night at a guesthouse in Bait Bimah, six nights in campsites in the wilderness
- Breakfast, lunch and evening meals of local fare
- One or two Omani local guides
- A team of local mountain dwellers, shepherds, and mules
- Rewild Mountain Leader / wilderness guide
- Using a Rewild tent
- 24/7 backup support from the Netherlands
- On-site transportation
This price does not include your flight to and from Muscat, personal expenses, tips for the local team, and mountaineering insurance. We recommend purchasing this insurance through the NKBV.
Logistics
You are responsible for booking your own flight to Muscat at your own expense. We recommend Oman Air with a direct flight from Amsterdam Schiphol: outbound flight WY172 on Saturday, March 13, 2027 (AMS 8:25 PM, overnight flight → Muscat the following morning around 5:30 a.m.) and return flight WY171 on Sunday, March 21 (Muscat 1:55 p.m. → AMS around 6:35 p.m.). We’ll coordinate flight times via a WhatsApp group so you can travel with the group as much as possible. Local transportation is included in the price.
Nutrition
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner featuring local cuisine are included in the price.
Travel guarantee and booking
The departure of this trip is guaranteed from 6 people. A maximum of 11 people can join the trip. This trip is a package tour and in order to comply with the legally required guarantee on package tours, Rewild uses the guarantee of VZR Garant. You can find the conditions of this guarantee scheme on the website of VZR Garant.
Insurance
To participate in Rewild trips, you must be insured for activities in mountainous areas off the beaten track. You can inquire about this with your current insurance company or purchase travel insurance from the Dutch Climbing and Mountaineering Association.
Conditions of participation
By participating in a Rewild trip, you accept the general travel conditions, as found at the bottom of the website. The cancellation policy is also explained here.
Packing List
Travel Program
Day 1 to 2
Travel Days
After an overnight flight, we arrive in Muscat, the capital of Oman, in the morning. After a transfer towards the mountains, we stay one night in Bait Bimah and discover a beautiful traditional village, before traveling on to the starting point for our trek through Hajar Mountains.
Day 3 through 8
On mountain tour
A week long trek across the Hajar mountains. Self-sufficient with our own tented camp and as a team accompanied by local shepherds, mules and guide, we trek through the mountains, walking between 10 and 20 km daily with the necessary altimeters (5-8 hours). We camp in the wild, sleep with local mountain people in encampments and feast on local Omani mountain cuisine. Along the way, we conquer the peaks of the Arabian Peninsula. The mules carry our food and basecamp, allowing us to lightly pack and maneuver our day trips.
Day 9
Travel Day
After our last trip, we travel back to Muscat. From the hinterland back to civilization and back to Holland.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have questions about our trips, practicalities or our story? In these frequently asked questions, you’ll find the answers quickly and easily.
What should I keep in mind regarding clothing and etiquette in Oman?
Oman is a Muslim country, and in the mountain villages, modest clothing is appreciated: cover your shoulders and knees, whether you are a man or a woman. Always ask for permission before taking a photo of someone, especially women. Omanis are very hospitable; if you’re offered coffee and dates, accept them and use your right hand to eat them. Alcohol is not part of village life, so please refrain from drinking it while traveling. Tipping is part of the culture here: a tip for the local guides and the team at the end of the trip is appreciated.
Where will we stay during the trip?
You’ll spend the first night at a guesthouse. This is followed by six nights in wilderness camps: we’ll camp in the wild and stay with local mountain dwellers. A Rewild tent is included.
What will we eat and drink along the way?
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included, and you’ll enjoy local Omani mountain cuisine. We drink water from centuries-old reservoirs.
What do the mules carry, and what do I carry myself?
The mules carry our food and the base camp supplies, so you can hike through the mountains with a lighter backpack. The items you need to bring yourself are listed on the packing list.
What should I bring myself?
The packing list on this page lists exactly what you need to bring yourself. Some of the equipment is available for rent; please indicate this when you book.
How do I travel to Oman?
Under “Logistics” in the “Practical Information” section on this page, you’ll find our travel advice and information on how local transportation is arranged. We coordinate flight times among ourselves via a WhatsApp group.
