Wādī Banī Khālid (Arabic: وَادِي بَنِي خَالِد) is a wadi and a tourist attraction in Oman. [1] Its stream maintains a constant flow of water throughout the year. Large pools of water and boulders are scattered along the course of the wadi.

In this Wadi Bani Khalid guide, I share what to expect at the pools, how to get there, what to wear, facilities, other tips to make the most of your visit and a handy map. Is it Worth Visiting Wadi Bani Khalid? We visited Wadi Bani Khalid after a night in a Bedouin tent in the Wahiba Sands desert.

Nov 26, 2024 · Wadi Bani Khalid doesn’t have the same secluded charm of Wadi Damm that we camped at early in our seven day Oman road trip, but it was definitely worth a visit. It has large warm pools for swimming less than a five minute, easy walk from the car park.

Nov 1, 2023 · Wadi Bani Khalid in Oman is one of the most famous wadis in the Sultanate. A short walk takes you to large emerald pools, a narrow zigzagging canyon filled with giant white boulders, and the Muqal cave.

Mar 28, 2019 · Tips and essential information for visiting Wadi Bani Khalid in Oman including how to get there, what to wear, visitor tips and more!

Jan 1, 2023 · Wadi Bani Khalid is located deep in the Hajar Mountains on the northeast side of Oman. It’s near the highway that connects Muscat to Sur, in the Sharqiyah Governorate. It’s at a distance of almost 250km from Muscat, about a 3-hour drive, and …

May 26, 2020 · Wadi Bani Khalid is an oasis in the desert of Oman, where you can spend the day hiking, exploring, and swimming in clear water pools. In this guide I’ve put together everything you need to know about visiting Wadi Bani Khalid in Oman, including how to get there, what to bring with you and more!

Dec 10, 2023 · The only thing that may make your trip to Wadi Bani Khalid less enjoyable is the crowds, but there are ways to combat that which we’ll go into later in this guide. Here’s everything you need to know about visiting Wadi Bani Khalid.

Dec 20, 2013 · Wadi Bani Khalid (وادي بني خالد) is one of the most famous wadis Oman, and probably the first Wadi that comes to mind when thinking of a recreational wadi to visit in Oman (well, that or Wadi Shab!).

Have you thought paradise could be in the desert? You will, after visiting Wadi Bani Khalid, Oman, with its natural pools and intricate eroded rocks.