The Sultanate of Oman is situated in the Southeastern coast of Arabian peninsula and shares border with UAE. It is my favorite country in the GCC and I’ve visited the capital Muscat, scenic Salalah and Zighy Bay.
I’ve always wanted to visit the ruggedly beautiful Jabal Akhdar and finally visited it during one of the long weekend.
Jabal Akhdar is a 5-6 hour drive from Dubai. We got our visa at the UAE-Oman Border Crossing, and had all the important documents like passport, Emirates id, driving license, insurance and car registration papers ready.
We drove from Dubai and it was a picturesque drive. We had booked our stay in Alila Resort in Jabal Akhdar and it is mandatory to have a 4-wheel-drive to access the property. If you’re not driving a 4-wheel-drive, the resort can arrange transportation for a fee.
When to visit Jabal Akhdar
Best time to visit is from October to May, when the weather is mild and comfortable. During Spring season (March-April) damask roses bloom and fills the air with its sweet fragrance.
About Alila Jabal Akhdar
There are 2 luxury 5 star resorts in Jabal Akhdar- Anantara and Alila. Perched atop the Al Hajar mountain range, 2000 meters above sea level, the property sits on the edge of the cliff offering a gateway to the area’s spectacular landscapes and fascinating historical sites. The weather is 15 degrees cooler in Jabal Akhdar.
At the ancient fort-inspired Alila, another world awaits! Here you can camp, trek and enjoy a relaxing picnic. Expect dramatic mountain ranges soar to dizzying heights with rugged canyons, deep ravines, streams, natural springs and geological features. There are many villages close by.
We explored the charm and beauty of Jabal Akhdar with the assistance of concierge team and had a memorable holiday.
Our Jabal Ridge View Suite
Located on the first floor away from the main building, it features a balcony with serene mountain views. Local accents complement contemporary design in this haven of tranquility. Amenities include freestanding marble bathtub and separate rain shower.
Facilities
Juniper Restaurant, Rose Lounge, outdoor and indoor pool, gym, venues for executive retreats and meetings. Alila Spa features separate female and male treatment rooms, local and Asian-inspired spa therapies dedicated to cleansing, relaxing, pampering and rejuvenating with treatments inspired by the healing and beauty benefits of the region.
Things to do in Alila Jabal Akhdar
The resort will tailor Alila Experiences to suit guests preferences for a memorable holiday. There are wellness, culinary, cultural, outdoors and learning experiences. Few activities are complimentary and most of them comes with a price.
• Honey harvesting experience
• Jabal Bazaar sunset picnic
• Al Hajar pavilion dinner
• Cliff edge dinner
• Dinner under the stars
• Butterfly trail hidden picnic
• Mixology class
• Spa Kitchen experience
• On the edge by Spa Alila
• Stargazing
• Full moon magic
• Mountain biking
• Geology talks and walks
• Abseiling
• Cave adventure
• Forts and souks of Nizwa (day trip to Nizwa)
• Jabal Akhdar hiking trails
• Misfat Al Abriyeen village visit
• Wadi Tiwi day trip
Wellness and spa
Their world class spa is a must visit when staying in the property. I spent half a day in the spa treating myself to their signature massage and other treatments. The husband enjoyed using their fitness center.
Final words
We had a lovely and a luxurious stay at Alila Jabal Akhdar. The spectacular setting in the secluded and serene mountains was an absolute treat and a much needed break from the busy city life.
Contact
Alila Jabal Akhdar, Oman
Al Roose, Jabal Al Akhdar
Al Jabal Al Akhdar 621
Sultanate of Oman
Email: jabalakhdar@alilahotels.com
Phone: +968 2534 4200/ +968 9910 4204
Website: http://www.alilahotels.com/jabalakhdar
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