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Think summer in the Gulf and the mind jumps to heatwaves and indoor A/C marathons. Oman, however, is flipping the script. With two radically different yet equally captivating destinations, Al Jabal Al Akhdar in the north and Dhofar in the south, the Sultanate offers a summer experience grounded in cool temperatures, rich culture, and high-altitude serenity. This isn’t your typical Middle Eastern getaway. It’s fresher, deeper, and way more alive.
Perched 2,000 metres above sea level, Al Jabal Al Akhdar is Oman’s quiet icon. In this pocket of the Hajar Mountains, summer comes with a chill in the air, not a heat advisory. Terraced orchards overflow with fruit, while wild roses scent the breeze. Here’s what stands out:
- Luxury retreats with panoramic cliffside views
- Farm-to-table Omani cuisine with mountain-grown produce
- Hiking trails linking centuries-old villages
- Sunrise meditation and unmatched privacy
This is the kind of place where the silence speaks louder than the city ever could. It’s a reset button for overstimulated lives.
While the rest of the Gulf grapples with 45°C heat, Dhofar turns into a mist-drenched, green oasis. The Khareef season (June to September) transforms the landscape into something out of a dream cool, damp, and wrapped in fog. But it’s not just the scenery that shifts.
Khareef Dhofar 2025 is peak seasonal energy, featuring:
- Drone and light shows that light up the sky
- Themed parades like Emoji Parade and Carnival 100
- Live concerts, theatre, and cultural performances
- Kid-focused experiences including The Princess Palace
For families, creatives, and culture-seekers alike, this is festival season done differently.
If lounging isn’t your speed, Dhofar delivers the goods. The region hosts major sporting events like:
- The Salalah Marathon
- Tour of Salalah cycling competition
- Dhofar Drag Racing Championship
- Traditional shooting events and public sports zones
With scenic trails, running tracks, and wellness areas across Salalah, this is a rare combo of cool weather and full-throttle activity.
Oman’s strength lies in how effortlessly it blends ancient and modern. During Khareef, visitors can explore everything from the Frankincense Souq to interactive performances at Sumhuram Archaeological Park. At Al Murooj Theatre, cultural forums and live storytelling breathe life into the country’s rich heritage. It’s not tourism. It’s immersion.
Oman isn’t just beautiful, it’s accessible. With direct flights to Muscat and Salalah from across the GCC, the logistics are easy. Choose your vibe: rugged mountain cool or lush coastal mist. Either way, you’ll find five-star stays, boutique charm, and enough space to breathe deeply.
In a region defined by summer extremes, Oman stands out by staying cool, literally and culturally. This season, skip the heat fatigue and head where nature, heritage, and high-altitude calm await.
Start planning your escape to Oman now!
