A nice fort with beautiful views over a palm tree garden. Entry is 1 riyal but we were charged the 2 riyal white foreigner fee.

This fort in Nakhal is approximately an hour's drive from Muscat. It's a small yet beautiful fort that has undergone recent renovation. Unlike Nizwa fort, which is huge, this fort is relatively small. Expatriates are required to pay an entry fee of OMR 2, while small kids can enter for free. This fort is an excellent place for a quick visit to a historical site..

Very impressive fort that overlooks Nakhal. Too bad it was closed for restoration, but it was quite nice to be seen outside. Its imposing statuesque position is staggering, and no matter on which side you circle it, it will look quite big. There is a garden right below the fort's entrance, and it is completely different to other gardens.

The fort is being renovated, looks like several months of work still to go before it completes. The inside of the fort is CLOSED to the public. You can walk round the outside of the walls. Visited 29th December 2022.

An old fort, but very less people visitin. 2 riyals is the entry fees

It is the one of historical fort...The fort houses a museum, operated by the Ministry of Tourism, which has exhibits of historic guns, and the fort also hosts a weekly goat market.its built(as per Wikipedia )Pre-7th century (refurbished in 17th century, extended in 1834)

Nakhal Fort is situated in Al Batinah region of Oman. Its 1 hour from Muscat city. The fort depicts the good old tradition of Oman and it's one among the oldest fort. The place is not crowded and one can spend a good one hour exploring the fort. There is an entry fee of 2 OMR which is reasonable.

Beautiful fort, the weather was nice, the entering fees 3 RO and free for the kids. It takes about 1 hour driving from Muscat، there is no need for 4×4, the view there is nice, and it is near a lot of places which have water like Ein Al Thawara. There is a coffee shop inside and a rest area. the kids like this experience.

Fort was closed when we've been there. From the outside it is big and picturistic. Some parts under restoration.

One of the most beautiful places that characterize this beautiful village... the elegance of the place and the splendor of the design. From the top of the castle you can see views of the green farms, the expanse of the land, and the splendor of the surrounding mountains.

Beautiful fort representing the traditional lifestyle and cultural heritage of Oman. The fort overlooks a beautiful valley of date palm trees. Its very peaceful and relaxing to watch.

Very well maintained fort in Nakhal. It has small museuems of artifacts. How ppl used to live in old time. It also showcase the various type of weapons and living spaces.

Nakal Fort is one of the historical remains in Oman. It is very easy to reach here. It is a very peaceful area surrounded by beautiful mountains.

Beautifully restored fort but missing information for foreign visitors. We would have liked to have known more about the history, people who lived there and stories behind the fort. Rooms are labeled with names but no other information. 2 riyals pp.

We visited the port after renovation. Entry fee 3 omr. Jail, emergency exit, well, library, winter/summer sitting rooms, judge, kitchen, herb room, 4 sides towers with phirang and guns available.

The famous fort at Nakhal is around hour and half away from Muscat. it's an easy drive to the fort. the fort itself is quite grand and has a lot history behind it. there is not a lot to see inside the fort except for the main watch tower and the exhibition hall. Most of the rooms are in locked condition.the area is not well marked. worth a visit as a day trip from Muscat. Toilet are avilable in outside of fort. Entry Fee: 2 Rial for Adult Children can visit without fee

An historical place to visit, built upon a hill and overlook the whole town from the top. What a nice place! 😍 The entrance ticket is not bad- 2 Oman Rial

Very beautiful and historical. It was still part of winter when we visited, and the inside was cool. I want to fall asleep 😄

A wonderful historical landmark situated around 80 to 90 km from Muscat City. Situated close to the mountain ranges, the view from the top of the Fort is spectacular. We visited the place on a weekday and the place was not crowded at all. Can easily spend atleast an hour and a half enjoying the fort, the landscape around and if you are into photography. The entry to the Fort is 2 OMR for adult and kids above 7 years of age. Right now there is no cafe inside the Fort so don't forget to carry plenty of water and keep yourself hydrated. There is ample car parking near the Fort and toilets are also available in the premises next to the parking. We tourists / residents must do our part to put the trash in the bins provided and not to litter the toilet area ( 🙄 ). There are cafes on the streets across the Fort for a quick snack or drink.

Recommend fort to visit, once you finish from the fort you can have your lunch at Al Barza Heritage Kitchen at Nakhal Souq opposite Nakhal Fort They serve Omani food.

April 2021 - Rustaq Fort currently closed. Check correct Google Maps link. There was considerable scaffolding around parts of the structure and building materials outside the front entrance. It would seem the fort has been closed for some time. Perhaps Covid is another reason the fortress is not open. Finally, rather annoyingly the existing Google Maps link diverted me to a beauty products business on an adjacent street. This new link to the correct Google Maps address has been added 24 April 2021. It is worthwhile walking around the fort and while there visit Rustaq Fort next door. Four stars 'I liked it'. It was good for a visit as I happened to be traveling through Al Rustaq. It would have been disappointing to travel from Muscat specifically to see the fort... as it does not appear to be currently open.

The fort's architecture is a testament to the skill and craftsmanship of the era, with its towering walls and intricately carved details. Although currently closed for restoration, Rustaq Fort is still a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts and those seeking a deeper understanding of Oman's past. One of the highlights of a visit to Rustaq Fort is the opportunity to climb to the roof and marvel at the breathtaking panoramic views. From this vantage point, visitors can capture stunning photographs of the surrounding landscapes, which are a mix of rugged mountains, lush greenery, and traditional Omani architecture.

As a fortress it is impozant, but its under construction and thus closed.

Like half the tourist destinations in the Gulf now. Closed for maintenance. From the outside, it looks beautiful though

It’s one of the oldest fort in the word, it’s 3000 years old, and it’s so big with a lot of history, walking in it like walking in ages and ages behind. I really recommend for tourist and students. Some time it is closed because it is still under construction

Amazing piece of architecture, despite the sameness with other forts around Oman. It is massive in size, you can walk around the yard, and see actually how big the fort it. There are small channels for fresh water to supply the fort, and even though some parts of the yard are not clean yet, it is a completely different experience when compared to other forts.

Have you ever played the original Assassin's Creed? Well, you can now... but I don't recommend making any leaps of faith. =) Great place to visit that's not too large and can satisfy your ancient Middle Eastern cravings for castles. There is a fee at the door, but worth it. After you pay for your ticket, you have free reign of the immediate vicinity. I got here an hour early before opening time (as usual) and happened to bump into a Bangladesh expat who worked as the groundskeeper, who almost immediately saw that I was there to visit and beckoned me toward the locked gates, which he opened and ushered me in. I paid for my ticket, and then he first took me to the "mosque," which, practically, was basically an open room with pillars. After looking around for a bit, I asked if he could show me the Quran. (I've never touched or seen one before in person, and there is a cleansing ritual you're supposed to take as a Muslim before touching one.) He read a few verses from it and it was a really cool experience to hear him basically "sing" the verses to me, reading from right to left. After he was done, he told me he had to get to work and left me to freely explore. The rooms themselves are mostly empty with some chests here or there, but it's still a pretty cool experience to go through the prison, the various rooms, climb the stairs/ladders and make your way up to the top and imagine what it was like back then. (The ladder climb is in the Red Tower.) Worth a stop!

The fort looks nice from the outside but it's closed for renovations until further notice. Would be nice if they put updates online, there were two other families confused, looking for an entrance.

We didn’t get the chance to enter the Fort because it wan under maintenance, we went in Eid, but there was a great vibes and celebration, we bought some cotton candy and mango with hot chili and some corn . It’s a great experience for real 💕

The massive Al Rustaq Fort, a much older fort dating back to the 13th century, is near the city market and be can be seen from the surrounding hills. The fort is cradled by four tall towers, the tallest being more than 18 meters tall. The fort also has its own falaj water system within it. Both Al Rustaq Fort and Al Hazm Castle are included in the Tentative List to be nominated for the UNESCO World Heritage List. Unfortunately, they were both also closed for renovations during our visit (with typically no foreseen re-opening dates!), but if you climb up the mountain overlooking Rustaq you can see amazing views of the city and Al Rustaq Fort as it is clearly the most dominant feature of the landscape. The Old Souq of Al Rustaq is located right next to Al Rustaq Fort but it was also undergoing renovations during our visit. Shoppers can go to the new temporary souq to buy locally made handicrafts, agriculture produce and pure Omani honey. A popular destination in Al Rustaq is Ain Al Kasfa hot water spring.

Had such a great time visiting the fort .. the weather was nice and the place was really interesting .. entrance tickets are very cheap yet the fort is rich of historical scene .. A must visit for anyone who pass by Rustaq..

Nice little Canyon, not so easy to hike into. We had nearly no water in the Canyon, so easy to walk. Some little climbings at the end.

Quite beautiful, I was amazing experience. Now with the rains it will be quite a view . One has to have a 4WD vehicle to reach the place as it is quite inside. The water is cool and relaxing

We stayed 3 days and did 2 days of adventure hike and canyoning. Our host Zaher arranged everything, he ensured that we had all equipment and most importantly that we feel safe through all the activities. We stayed in his peaceful guesthouse with all the essentials. Friendliness and hospitality of people is on another level.

One of the best Wadi Hikes in Oman. If you are an adventure enthusiastic you'll love this place. Three abseiling points along with a couple of jumps, swimming and wading the journey is thrilling all the way along. For ameteures this will be a bit hard, otherwise it's from moderate to hard trail. Take ample of water and Gatorades. The dry sack is of no use because of the jumps and swimming, so wrap your essentials in an airtight bags. Keep your phone safe too Caution: if it rains, never ever step in. Remember it's a wadi aka a river valley where there is no way to escape if flash floods come and Oman is known for flashfloods

Amazing experience that can be as challenging as you like. Our guide Sultan made sure we were safe the whole way while still keeping things fun and exciting. Highly recommend for groups of friends or families!

This is the most awesome place with great views. Must have a 4WD to reach the starting point of the canyon. Trekking inside the canyon gives spectacular views of the mountain.

Great place to visit. Especially if you have geological background. Very narrow. Beautiful rocks. Be prepared for some hiking and climbing.

My favorite gateway, been there twice and feel I will come back many times more 😀❤️ Wolfpackadventure made for us fall in love with this place We stayed on top of the mountain over night ⛰️ with amazing view and at morning went on a hike It took us 4,5 hours to complete the hike I highly recommend it

Visited in December 2022. Road to the Canyon is extremely rugged with some extremely steep slopes and climbs you will definitely need a 4x4 and good driving experience. Carry ample of drinking water and food.. there is no mobile and internet connection in the wadi and its very easy to get lost without internet.. and its no joke. Download the area map before going. Reach early and leave before it dark, plan accordingly. We couldn't reach all the way as we were not prepared for the hike, you will need some climbing equipment. We walked almost a Kilometer and then it became impossible to walk any further there were only a few puddles of water on the way.

It was an incredible experience, its a great opportunity to discover the canyon from the inside and there was plenty of water we could swim and jump a lot. Our guide was Sultan and he was really nice and flexible. He also invited us for lunch in his house and gave a tour of his village.

Very beautiful place out of this planet 🌎 Along with very organize wonderful group @WolfPackAdventures and amazing local host 🙏 If you want to restart and recharge, this is your place .

Snake Canyon (وادي الثعابين in Arabic, meaning: Canyon of Snakes, but known locally as Seer Al Zamah صير الزامة), also known as Snake Gorge or Wadi Bimah, is a canyon within Wadi Bani Awf in wilayat Al Rustaq in the South Batinah Governorate of Oman. With its awe-inspiring tall cliffs, impressively narrow paths and blue pools (sometimes murky & dried up – more on that later) Snake Canyon has been one of the most popular destination for canyoning and adventure lovers in Oman – with good reasons too! Having heard so much about Snake Canyon it over the past few years, with many planned trips falling through, I was very glad to finally be able to visit it a couple of times already over the past few months. The thrill of exploring Snake Canyon, a combination of trekking, abseiling down large cliffs, swimming and a couple of jumps, makes it a fantastic adventure that is highly recommended for any adventure and outdoor lovers visiting Oman