• Jebel Shams has located about 250 km from Muscat, and it can be reached from the village of Al Hamra, which is about a two-hour drive from Muscat. The journey from Al Hamra to Jebel Shams does not take more than an hour.
  • Although small cars can sometimes be seen on Jebel Shams, four-wheel drive vehicles are recommended, especially since the mountain road is quite steep.
  • The 4WD feature will save your life as you navigate through desert rocks and uneven terrain. Moreover, keep in mind that the turns and slopes on the way to Jebel Shams are very steep and would be very difficult to do in a regular car.