Reflect along the Sidr Trail as you take in its quiet waterways, bountiful shade, and teeming life. As your eyes scan the white and green speckled waters of this Wadi its likely you’ll come across the hardy garra fish, toads, and other tiny wildlife. The gentle waterways seeping from the sediment along the trail are contrasted by the rugged canyon walls above, offering a pleasant and adventurous experience for adventurers.
N.B: Please see the tentative itinerary for this trail including scheduled dates, below. Kindly note that details such as elevation, meet up times, location, trail info etc., serve as a guide only and that ECC Adventures has the right to cancel or change these dates and itinerary as required without any prior notice.
Final details related to each event will be confirmed with those who have booked online, at least 24 hours before the start of each hike via a WhatsApp group chat created closer to the time of the hike. So, please ensure that you receive the most-up-to-date itinerary before joining the hike.
Example itinerary:
- 6:00 AM: Meet at the ADNOC gas station in Masafi and convoy to trailhead (off-roading involved, sedans uncomfortable may park before off-roading section)
- 7:00 AM: begin hike
- 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Finish hike
Some incline, uneven terrain, scrambling sides of the canyon and waterways at points, hazardous species.
[Beginners add 2, Experienced hikers subtract 2 to difficulty]
- Experienced and certified mountain guide (English speaking)
- Outdoor education, Assistant Guide/s
- First Aid
- Hat
- Backpack
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- 1-2 liters of water (DEC – MAR) | 2-3 liters of water (for the rest of the months).
- Salted snacks and/or fruit for a few hours of hiking with a little extra.
- Hiking boots or trainers with good grip/not worn out.
- Shorts or comfortable hiking pants/leggings.
- T-shirt light pullover for sun protection/warmth in the morning/evening.
- Trekking poles (optional to help with balance or mitigate fatigue).
