Distance
8 km
Duration
3–4 hours
Elevation gain
200 m
Trail type
Out & back
Best season
October – April
Wadi Shab is one of the most spectacular short hikes in the Middle East. You cross a river by boat, walk through a narrow gorge flanked by towering cliffs, and eventually swim through a cave to reach a hidden waterfall pool. The whole loop takes 3–4 hours and is accessible to most fitness levels.
Trail highlights
- Hidden waterfall cave pool
- Turquoise canyon water
- Dramatic cliff walls
- Boat crossing at start
Field notes
Start early to beat the heat and the crowds. Bring water shoes — you'll be wading. The cave swim at the end is optional but unmissable.
At a glance
Difficulty
Easy- Distance
- 8 km
- Duration
- 3–4 hours
- Elevation gain
- 200 m
- Trail type
- Out & back
- Best season
- October – April
