Get Ready for a challenge, no matter how fit you are!
Jabal Shams stands 3,009 metres above sea level in Oman's Al Hajar Mountains, the highest point in the GCC. UAE Trekkers takes you to the summit and back in a single push. No camping, no half measures, just one long, hard day on the mountain.
We climb it this way for three reasons.
First, it trains your body for Kilimanjaro. The elevation gain and loss on summit day mirrors what you'll face on Kili's final push: long hours, thinning air, legs that have to keep moving after they want to stop.
Second, there's no water on the mountain. Every drop you drink, you carry. Keeping your pack light isn't a preference here, it's the only sensible option.
Third, camping means carrying tents, stoves, and sleeping gear up a mountain that already has no water to support you. We'd rather skip the extra load and sleep well instead.
So we do it differently. Drive out from Dubai on Friday afternoon, spend two nights in a hotel, and start the climb early on Saturday morning while the mountain is still cool and quiet. A guide stays with every hiker for the full route, up and down, with support the whole way.
It's tough. It's not casual. But if you're training for something bigger, Jabal Shams is exactly the mountain you need.
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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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We will drive on Friday, arrive before sunset.
Trek will take 12-13 hours
Return on Sunday morning to UAE
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Click on the complete brochure at the top for all details.
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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! Lots of them
6 liters of water and electrolytes
Whistle
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750 Dh for the trek: 750 for Shared Room including dinner and 900 dh for. SIngle room for 2 nights. This is for the guides and the logistical support you will get before your hike. it does not include meals , transportation or accommodation. We do not have a child option for this hike.
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This trek has 11 people booked. Max number is 15.
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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