Adventure travel in Oman: Super Spelunking and Creative Caving

Wadi Bani Jabir, located in Oman’s Al Sharqiyah region, is home to the second largest cave chamber in the world. The Majlis al Jinn (“Home of the Genie”) is estimated to measure around 60,000m2 – the size of seven aircraft hangars – and is accessed via plunging abseils. The cave also boasts two massive drops (160m and 120m) plus magnificent cave formations coloured in delicate shades of pink, yellow, gold, beige and grey. The cave even has its own subterranean lake.

Novice cavers will enjoy Al-Hoota Cave, located at the foot of Jabal Shams. The lower part of the cave is an eco-friendly tourist attraction. Guided tours escort visitors along illuminated pathways, passing crystal-garnished walls and the underground lake’s rare garra bareimiae, blind and spookily transparent fish. Intrepid spelunkers may also head to Teiq Cave, in Oman’s southern Dhofar region. This natural wonder possesses one of the largest sinkholes in the world. It is fed by two grand wadis, which replenish the pool when it rains. Seeking the Sultanate’s prettiest sinkhole? Take a dip in the Bimmah Sinkhole’s translucent turquoise waters, located near Dibab, east of Muscat.

Discover more about Oman: www.omantourism.gov.om