Salalah
Salalah is the second largest city in Dhofar and main tourist attraction of Dhofar. The best time to visit Salalah is from June to August which is the monsoon months because the entire place will be blushed with greenery during this period. Because of that it is called as the green blanket.
Khor Rori
Khor Rori is a south Arabian archeological site of Dhofar near Salalah. The small fortified town called Sumhuram is the memory lane from ancient days of third century. Sumhuram was founded on royal initiative and settled by Hadramite emigrants. This place is almost 2000 years old.
Jarziz Water Springs
Jarziz Water Springs located in Atin plain 14 km from Salalah and it contains a small stream of water extended for several kilometers in the plain beside other water springs. This place contains some small caves which you can explore and relax.
Mirbat / Mirbat Fort
Mirbat is a historical place situated at Dhofar; the Mirbat fort is directly linked with the history of battle of Mirbat. There are beautiful beaches in front of the fort. Visitors can take pictures of beaches, boats and old houses surrounding it. There are lots of natural and historical attractions in Mirbat. Situated 64km from Salalah, the town of Mirbat is the ancient capital of the Minjawis. Mirbat is home to some of the most beautiful houses in the Dhofar province.
Ayn Razat
Ayn Razat is a garden and springs, the main water source of Dhofar. These are also some small streams on different parts and that stream lined to the center pool located near foot of Jebel Qara. Ayn Razat has an equatorial climate zone in one of the hottest places on Earth. This place has green surroundings and a small cave walking about 100 steps and small water canals.
Land of Frankincense Museum & Al-Baleed
Al Baleed, one of the leading tourist attractions in Salalah, is a very renowned archaeological site. Al Baleed in Dhofar was founded in the 10th century. Al-Baleed was the Dhofar region’s primary settlement from the 8th to the 16th century. There is an ancient city mosque to explore and also Land of Frankincense Museum chronicles human settlement in the area since 2000 B.C.E. This is one of the places UNESCO listed as World Heritage Sites.
Tawi Atayr / Sink Hole
Tawi Atayr/Sink Hole is also known as the well of birds. It has a huge natural sinkhole over 100 meters wide and 211 meters deep and one of the deepest in the world. This place is home for many species of birds; this place is at its prime during monsoon seasons. This place fills up with birds and that is a scintillating view.
Ayn Sahalnoot / Wadi Sahalnoot
Ayn Sahalnoot is one of the green beds in Salalah, and it’s very popular especially in the monsoon season. The green valley gives you a mesmerizing view for your eyes. Wadi is like a refreshing place where you gather with your friends, enjoy the place, capture some nice photos and make barbecues if needed.
Al Mughsayl Beach
Al Mughsayl Beach is one of the most famous tourist places in Dhofar. The beach is the most attractive part here. It is a long stretch of blue water sea and white sand. The landscape is pretty nice and the beach has mountains on both the sides which make this place look like a picnic spot and also photogenic. There are also some caves chipped in limestone.
Wadi Darbat
Wadi Darbat is a splendid lush green valley with the surrounding hills having small caves which people can hike up! It's the perfect spot for a little family picnic. It is a natural park with majestic views of waterfalls, lakes, mountains, caves, wildlife and lush garden vegetation. During monsoons you can experience a good scenic waterfall in Wadi Darbat.
Humran Springs / Ayn Humran
Humran spring is located 29km from Salalah. This spring collects in a small well in the middle of a rural road at the northern rim of the plain. Of more interest are the beautiful avenue of tall coconut palms and a giant breadfruit tree that leads towards it, a peaceful place to watch wagtails and bulbuls splashing in the outflow.
Hasik
Hasik is situated 205km from Salalah. Hasik is worth the two-hour drive from Salalah for the journey more than the destination. The road is sealed and not particularly exceptional between October and June, but in the remaining months, luminous clouds billow down from the mountain and high winds whip across the water, sending the surf backwards as the waves roll forwards. Hasik's chain of hills is broken by wadis and small creeks with sandy beaches. Hasik itself, with its unique harbor, was well-known to Arab seafarers as a trading center on the Arabian Sea, particularly for merchants trading in top quality hawjari frankincense. Hasik has a natural sheltered harbor.
Jabal Ittin
Jabal Ittin is a mountain area; it is just a 5 minute drive from Salalah, it’s a mountain range. From the top you can see the glowing Salalah city at night with lights illuminated. Ittin is just 10 minutes’ drive away from the Airport.
Salalah Anti-Gravity Point
Located on the route between Mirbat and Salalah, this is an anti-gravity hill. It is a desolate stretch of road which defies gravity as a car is put in Neutral gear. Regardless, this is a fun spot to visit for mystery-junkies: the bigger and heavier the car, the faster it moves.
Fazayah Beach (Fazaiha)
It is one of the best beaches in Oman; it is a long pristine white sand beach with clear water and a stunning landscape in the background. It is on the western side of Salalah, about 64 kms away from Salalah International Airport. This beach is also known as the hidden jewel of Oman.
Haffa Souk / Al Husn Souq
These are traditional markets in Oman where you can buy Frankincense, Omani Souvenirs, Scarves, Fragrances, local handicrafts, souvenirs and other goods. People and tourists often visit this place to buy goods, because these markets bear the culture of centuries.
Jabal Samhan
Jabal Samhan is a nature reserve mountain range in Oman; this peak has a magnificent scenic view from the top. It stands around 2,900 feet tall. On the top you can view layers of clouds rolling below the altitude you stand. It’s a very aesthetic and photogenic place.
