Via Ferrata ( way of Iron)
If your looking for a more active day trip then there are a couple of Via ferrata's you can do.
Jebal Shams
You start with a walk on Jebal shams with stunning views to get to the via ferrata,the walk will take max one and quater with stops for photos, this is a more traditional type which is vertical and your way out. The exposure feeling as you look down into Oman's grand canyon will give you good pictures and a good rush. The VF its self will take again one and half hours.
you will need to organise a car shuttle as it's and A to B walk.
Snake Canyon ( wadi Bani Awf)
This is a mix of flying fox and Via ferrata, 5 crossings of the canyon and traverses, using steel steps where necessary for climbing up and down round the edge of the canyon, you will be about 70 mts above the canyon below. there is a 15min walk down to the wire, its will take anything from 2 to 4 hours to complete.
General info
You do need to be an active person who
takes regular exercise and can hold their own body weight as arms are
used extensively.
You will need to wear loose, comfortable clothing and good
trainers or approach shoes; they will get scuffed against the rock
Wear sun cream and a hat and don’t forget a day rucksack to
carry a minimum of 2 litres of water and snacks.
You need a guide and equipment. No previous experience
is required; trained guides will “show you the ropes”.
Trips depart Muscat 7am, returning 4pm. Timings are approximate
and dependant on size and ability of group.
Cost
59 OR per person
Try and book in advance, if your a single person you have a chance of the company making up a group and your not having to pay for 2 people to start the trip.