Experience the ultimate mountain getaway at Sama Jabal Shams Resort, a fully-fledged eco-resort located at the foot of the South Mountain Summit. Perched at an altitude of 2,100m near the Grand Canyon of the Middle East, our property has cooler temperatures and breathtaking scenery year-round. Guests can choose between Mountain View villas crafted from local stone or authentic Bedouin-style tents. Whether you are exploring the famous W4 and W6 hiking trails to the abandoned village of Al Khutaim or rock climbing the Hajar Peaks, our resort is the perfect base for reconnecting with nature and enjoying fresh, locally sourced Omani cuisine.
The drive to the resort takes approximately 3 hours and 16 minutes, with the final 22km consisting of a graded mountain road. We highly recommend using a 4x4 or AWD vehicle to navigate the terrain comfortably. For your convenience, private transfers can be booked directly through us to ensure a smooth and seamless journey to your mountain escape.
It is the deepest canyon in the Middle East, and the second deepest in the world.
The Jebel Shams Balcony Walk is a 4km hike with around 200m in elevation change. You start at 1,900m at the rim of the Wadi Ghul canyon and go as low as 1,700m.
Along the Grand Canyon with fantastic views over to Jabal Al Khawr and Jabal Misht, as well as into Wadi Sahtan.