AL HOOTA CAVE

Estimated to be over 2 million years old, this ancient cave system nestles near the edge of Oman’s Jebel Sham mountains. One of the most unique tourist places in Oman, the Al Hoota Cave is a trekker’s paradise.

Treks at the cave are completely guided, with the trekkers being greeted by fantastic stalagmite and stalactite formations as they pass by. There are four major lakes scattered throughout the cave. The central lake at AL Hoota is known to house the rare blind Hoota Fish, which is not found anywhere else.

Location: Jebel Shams, Oman

Highlights: Guided tours, rare fish views, geological exhibitions, gift shop