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Tours & Tour Guides in Rustaq (Al Batinah South), Oman
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Curated with Muscat ShapersThe Muscat hub of the Global Shapers Community, a World Economic Forum youth initiative. They helped gather Oman's regions, attractions and trails.Rustaq is a city in Al Batinah South, Oman.
Overview
Rustaq is a historic town in Al Batinah South, Oman, set where the Al Hajar mountains meet the Batinah plain. Once a capital of Oman, it is known for the towering Rustaq Fort, the warm Ain Al Kasfa springs, and as a base for mountain wadis like Wadi Bani Awf.
Best for
- Rustaq Fort - Ain Al Kasfa hot springs - Al Hazm Castle nearby - Mountain wadis (Wadi Bani Awf, Snake Gorge) - Historic imamate heritage
Best time to visit
October to April (pleasant for forts, springs and wadis)
Getting there
About 1.5 to 2 hours by car from Muscat.
Local tips
Pair Rustaq Fort with Al Hazm Castle and a soak at Ain Al Kasfa. A 4WD is needed for Wadi Bani Awf and Snake Gorge.
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Frequently asked questions
October to April (pleasant for forts, springs and wadis)