Geo-tourism · Muscat & Jabal Akhdar
Read the story in the rock
Walk from tectonic history to fossil seabeds with a guide who reads the rock for you. Each route can end with an evening of stargazing.
- Muscat route
- 7 guided stops
- Jabal Akhdar route
- 5 guided stops
- Ideal for
- Travellers, students and companies
- Earth to Sky
- Add an evening of stargazing
Geo-tourism
Two guided routes through Oman’s geology — and each can end under the stars.
Our guides explain what you are looking at: the ophiolite sequence, folded rock, fossils and the layered super-sequences of Oman.
Choose the Muscat route, the Jabal Akhdar route, or combine geology with astronomy for a complete Earth to Sky journey.
Route 1 · Muscat
Muscat: seven stops
- 01
Ryam Park
The stratigraphy of Oman and its tectonic evolution.
- 02
Muttrah GeoTrek
A journey down toward the mantle that explains the ophiolite sequence.
- 03
Grand Canyon View
A wide view across the super-sequences of Oman.
- 04
Tertiary limestone
Different types of fossils in the rock.
- 05
Wadi Al Mayh
A large sheath fold in the rock.
- 06
Sifah eclogite
Metasediment that was subducted to great depth.
- 07
Beach geo art
Creative, fun activities on the shore.
Route 2 · Jabal Akhdar
Jabal Akhdar: five stops
- 01
Coral Park
Starting point and a general explanation of the tour.
- 02
Pillow lava basalt
Pillow-shaped lava structures, preserved in the rock.
- 03
Metamorphic rock outcrop
Mountains of metamorphic rock that look like the Moon’s surface.
- 04
Full super-sequences view
A single view of the stratigraphy from oldest to youngest.
- 05
Geology and cultural hike
Stromatolite, snowball and travertine rock in Al Ain village.
From Earth to Sky
Two worlds, one journey
By day, read the story written in Oman’s rocks. By night, read the story written in its sky. Drag to cross from one to the other.
Earth · Geology
Pillow lava, fossil seabeds and folded mountains on our Muscat and Jabal Akhdar routes.
Enquire about geology (opens WhatsApp in a new tab)Sky · Astronomy
Nebulae, planets and the Milky Way through professional telescopes.
Enquire about stargazing (opens WhatsApp in a new tab)
Good for groups and companies
- A guided field tour with our team
- Route explanation at every stop
- Option to finish with stargazing
- Programmes for private groups and companies
Every programme is tailored to your group, the season and the sky. We confirm the details when you enquire.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Which route should we choose?
The Muscat route covers Oman’s stratigraphy, the ophiolite sequence, fossils, a sheath fold, the Sifah eclogite and a beach activity. The Jabal Akhdar route covers pillow lava, metamorphic rock, the full super-sequence view and a cultural hike in Al Ain village.
Can we combine geology with stargazing?
Yes. Each route can end with an evening of stargazing for a complete Earth to Sky journey.
Do you run programmes for companies?
Yes. For example, CNPC joined a two-day Muscat programme that combined a geological field tour, astronomy and a general tour.
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Walk through Oman’s geological story
Tell us which route interests you, your group size and preferred date.
A WhatsApp message is an enquiry, not a confirmed booking. Our team will reply to confirm availability, details and the programme. Experiences depend on sky and weather conditions.