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About this peak
The Sun Mountain — Arabia's highest peak, rimmed by Wadi Ghul, the 'Grand Canyon of Oman', and walked by the famous Balcony Path.
Peak facts
Best season
Oct–Apr (avoid summer heat)
Nearest town
Nizwa / Al Hamra
Getting there
From the village of Al Khateem, the Balcony Walk (W6) follows the canyon rim; 4x4 roads reach the Saiq plateau near the top.
Geology
Folded limestone of the Oman ophiolite sequence — once ocean floor, pushed onto Arabia.
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Plan your climb
Balcony Walk (W6)
ModerateThe rim walk from Al Khateem along the edge of Wadi Ghul — Arabia's Grand Canyon — to the abandoned village of As Sab.
Saiq Plateau Rim Walk
EasyAn easy walk from the mountain resort area along the plateau rim near Oman's highest point, with canyon views on both sides.