Shams in May is Still Great Weather! Booking for this hike requires 45 days pre-booking to reserve rooms at Shams Resort or Sunrise Hotel.
The highest peak in the GCC at 3009 meters, in May it will be cool, offering an amazing opportunity to hike when its getting too hot in UAE. Note that this climb does require advance planning for transportation and accommodation options to be set up. We cannot guarantee either with reservation less than 2 weeks in advance.
Getting There:
You will need to own your own car to cross the border of UAE to go into Oman, or carpool with someone that does. We are happy to assist in coordinating carpools in the whats app group, but we cannot offer or guarantee transportation for anyone.
Weekend Itinerary:
Friday
2 pm: Plan to leave Dubai or Abu Dhabi
7:00 PM: Arrive to Jabal Shams Resort, dinner and sleep
Saturday Morning;
5:30 am: Wake up and breakfast in your room
5:45:am: Leave for the meeting point;
6:00 am: Meet your guides and start the hike
12:00PM: Summit and turn around
5:00 PM: Reach the end by sunset, return to hotel for well earned shower, dinner and sleep!
Sunday Morning:
Drive back to Dubai.
Weather Expected:
Climbing Jabal Shams in winter requires good fitness levels, but rest assured, our experienced guides will be with you every step of the way, ensuring a safe and enjoyable climb. Whether you aim to reach the summit or explore the surrounding trails, our team is dedicated to supporting your journey.
Depart on Sunday, filled with the accomplishment of conquering one of the most majestic peaks in the region.
This weekend adventure is perfect for those looking to challenge themselves in a stunning natural setting. Jabal Shams 3009 M, the highest peak in the GCC! Our guides will stay with you and keep you on pace to summit - or the campsite and get back down - within your limits.
Costs: We have two options for this event: Only for those that sign up early, we are able to offer the full package with a single room or shared option at Shams Resort. The hotel fills up early, and since we cannot guarantee rooms for anyone signing up, we offer a standard package where you will have to find your own accommodation.
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Premium Package
Accommodation
Single room accommodation at the Jabal Shams Resort requires minimum 45 days pre booking
Guide for Shams
Dinner and breakfast on Sunday
Does NOT include breakfast on Saturday morning snacks or any food on the mountain. Breakfast is included, but only opens at 7:00 am. You will need to start much earlier so will need to bring your own food for breakfast.
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Share a room with one other person plus the hike and breakfast and dinner.
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We cannot sufficiently describe how hard Jabal Shams is. This is our best shot: First timers should be plan to reach the campsite 2850 M for a 10 hours trek. Only staying at the pace of the guide will allow you to reach summit and return in time for sunset.
5-6 hours to reach summit
5-6 hours to descend
Steep inclines
Rocky steps
Markers are not always easy to spot and you can get lost easily. Descent is harder than ascent for knees and endurance reasons
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Backpack with water bladder (camelback)
HIKING BOOTS MANDATORY
Fleece jacket, wooly hat, light mittens for the start and the summit, even in May. Rain jacket and backpack cover.
Snacks and a hearty packed lunch
6 liters of water and electrolytes
Whistle
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NO VISA REQUIRED
Just stamp in and out at the Mezyad Border
Rental cars cannot cross into Oman.
Carpoollng is recommended