Tourist Attraction

Wadi Muqshin Pools

1 hour Free DhofarAdults only
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Wadi Muqshin Pools is a top attraction in Salalah, Dhofar, Oman.

Entry
Free
Duration
1 hour

About

Wadi Muqshin Pools is a wadi in Dhofar, Oman, a series of stagnant hypersaline inland pools near Muqshin studied for their unusual microbial dome formations. Visitors reach the desert pools and observe the unusual saline wetland ecosystem.

Location

Location not available

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Wadi Uyun Canyon-Pools Walk

North of Salalah (~1 hr)

4 km ●●○○○

Seasons in this region

E
Starts in 8 days

Empty Quarter Expedition Season

November 1 to February 28
O
Starts in 25 days

Oman National Day

November 18 to November 19

Frequently asked questions

  • Entry to Wadi Muqshin Pools is free.