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Salalah is a beautiful city with rich culture, history and magnificent beaches! Famous for its Arabian Peninsula and unique climate. Salalah, the capital and largest city of Oman’s Southern governorate Dhofar, is known for its jaw-dropping greenery and oasis in the monsoon season – referred to as Khareef. While you might want to avoid monsoons on other vacations, you should ideally target it when planning a trip to Salalah. Lush greenery, the aromas of Frankincense trees in absolute bloom, and the glorious waterfalls will simply awaken your soul while surrounded by the refreshing fog at high mountain peaks.

Every year, the Salalah Tourism Khareef Festival starts by mid-July and ends sometime around late August; organized by the Dhofar municipality, the festival is renowned for its cultural reflection of music, theater, and handcrafted art as well as plenty of family activities.

Be one with nature at Wadi Darbat and Waterfalls – You can walk around and watch the animals roaming freely in the wild, have a little picnic surrounded by breathtaking greenery, or go on a boat tour. If you have a 4×4 option, you definitely wouldn’t want to miss visiting the Darbat waterfalls, which are only a 10-minute drive from the Wadi.

Swim in the natural pool at Jebel Ittin and Ayn Gharziz – One of the other most-favorited spots in Salalah. Going there is like stepping into an insanely almost unreal verdant oasis where you can swim in a natural pool surrounded by picturesque greenery. We recommend that you take some snacks to enjoy a picnic while nature takes over your senses.

Sink your toes in the sand of Mughsail Beach and Blowholes –Surrender your soul to the quintessence of the limitless white sandy beaches of Mughsail. You can take your own camping gear or choose one of the huts available for barbecues or just time to relax. The views from the cliffs are just magical. While you’re there, be sure to visit the blowholes to witness the greatness of sea water shooting 30 meters into the air as sea waves break in the caves underneath.

Hike and picnic at Wadi and Ain Sahalnoot – One of Dhofar’s mostly loved hiking and picnic spots. The drive there is a bit narrow and winding so be cautious with those turns. Once there, you’ll find yourself quite relaxed at the scene of the beautiful water oasis at the base of the glorious mountain.

Get your Zen back at Fazaya Beach – A five kilometer stretch of white sand and pristine crystal blue waters with a glorious mountainous backdrop. You might need a sturdy car to get there, especially to cover the last few kilometers of rougher terrain.

Shop for local crafts at the Haffa Souq

Omanis are known for their love and respect for their culture, and with the government supporting its country’s art, there is a lot to admire when you set out to buy some souvenirs or even treats for yourself and your household. Those handmade pieces have stories to tell and a history of craftsmanship passed down from one generation to the other, and the best place to lay hands on some of those pieces is at the Haffa Souq.