Photo of Wadi Bani Khalid natural swimming pools
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Tourist Attraction

Wadi Bani Khalid natural swimming pools

2-3 hours Free Ash Sharqiyah North Family-friendly
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Wadi Bani Khalid natural swimming pools is a top attraction in Ibra, Ash Sharqiyah North, Oman.

Entry
Free
Duration
2-3 hours

About

The Wadi Bani Khalid natural swimming pools in Ash Sharqiyah North, Oman, include the main emerald pool and quieter upper pools, kept warm year-round by the spring that feeds the wadi. Visitors swim and picnic at the lower main pool or walk upstream to the more secluded upper pools.

Location

Other attractions near Ash Sharqiyah North

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Al Saleel Natural Park

Nature Reserve

Photo of Wadi Bani Khalid

Wadi Bani Khalid

Wadi

Photo of Wahiba Sands high dunes (sunrise/sunset viewpoint)

Wahiba Sands high dunes (sunrise/sunset viewpoint)

desert

B

Bait Al Kabir

fort

A

Al-Huyawah Oasis

oasis

F

Falaj Al Afrit

oasis

Photo of Wahiba Sands desert wildlife

Wahiba Sands desert wildlife

Nature Reserve

A

Ain Al Harid spring

hot spring

Hiking trails near Ash Sharqiyah North

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Wadi Tiwi to Wadi Bani Khalid Crossing

Mibam (upper Wadi Tiwi)

12 km ●●●●●

Seasons in this region

C
In season now

Cool Season in Northern Oman

October 1 to March 31
D
Starts in 7 days

Desert Winter Camping Season

November 1 to March 31
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In season now

Wadi & Canyoning Season

October 1 to April 30
C
In season now

Camel Racing Season

September 20 to February 28
O
Starts in 24 days

Oman National Day

November 18 to November 19

Frequently asked questions

  • Entry to Wadi Bani Khalid natural swimming pools is free.