The Best Hiking Trails in Ra’s al Waḩḩ, Muḩāfaz̧at Musandam (Oman)

Stairways 2 Heaven Full Loop - Extended Version

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Muhasin Pallikkal

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Distance

12.33mi

Elevation +

5755f

TrailRank

78| 4.67

This is the extended version of the notorious Stairways 2 Heaven full loop One of the most popular hikes in the region, The Stairways to Heaven, which in fact has two ways, there is right bank - a well laid trail of a...

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Highest Point of UAE (Galilah - Stairways 2 Heaven - Top Village - J.J True Summit - HH. Palace - Ghaf Summit - Jebel Jais)

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Hiking

Muhasin Pallikkal

Distance

13.38mi

Elevation +

7411f

TrailRank

76| 4.33

We did this very special hike on the 49th National Day of UAE. We wanted to reach the Top point of UAE where the altitude is above 1900m+. 17 hikers, 21km carrying 5 litres of water, sleeping bag, mat, jacket, food and ...

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DreamTrail#2: STH Right-Jebel Jais True Summit-Ghaf-Ghalilah Dam Loop

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'Rainbow Hiker' Patrick Vijay D'Silva

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Distance

14.28mi

Elevation +

7963f

TrailRank

75| 4.33

About 8 Weeks ago, I set myself a Challenge to Hike Jebel Jais from various directions and reach its True Summit at 1935 meters Peak, which Technically lies with our Neighbours. The Challenge to self was to complete 5 T...

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Stairway to heaven - Right bank

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anton_hkng

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Distance

10.58mi

Elevation +

3858f

TrailRank

63

It is a part of probably the most famous trail in the UAE - Stairway to haven. This part is used to prepare for the full loop or by intermediate hikers as this part is well marked, has a lot of manmade steps and there ar...

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Stairway to Heaven (Right Bank)

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Hiking

Satheesh

Distance

7.92mi

Elevation +

3881f

TrailRank

60

STH, The most talked trail among UAE hikers. We parked our car in Wadi Ghalilah dam and took few 4×4 to the starting point via Wadi litibah, you may walk as well, its about 2.5 km. From starting point keep right and foll...

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Wadi Litibah-STH Right-Jebel Jais True Summit.

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'Rainbow Hiker' Patrick Vijay D'Silva

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Distance

5.62mi

Elevation +

5364f

TrailRank

49| 4.67

Please read all details in the Description, including Safety related Topics below. There is Error in Summit Elevation recording. The Omani Summit of Jebel Jais is 1932 Meters and the reading shows here is erroneous A...

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Stairway to Heaven Right Bank from Wadi Litibah.

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'Rainbow Hiker' Patrick Vijay D'Silva

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Distance

8.60mi

Elevation +

3763f

TrailRank

48| 5.0

Stairway to Heaven Right Bank from Wadi Lithibah. This Hike is also known as Woh Village Hike ( false name ), but the Village at the summit of this trail is known as Ras al Ghash. The Trail is well marked by its pa...

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Woh Village hike (Right bank)

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HikerWolf

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Distance

6.16mi

Elevation +

5843f

TrailRank

46

Notes: The hike is easy to moderate, but may be difficult for small children and those with knee issues. The trail begins from the same starting point as "Stairway to Heaven". To reach the starting point, you need a 4WD ...

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Stairways 2 Heaven - Right Bank (Wadi Lithbah to Ras Al Ghash Village)

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Muhasin Pallikkal

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Distance

8.08mi

Elevation +

7385f

TrailRank

46

Stairways To Heaven, one of the most popular trail in the region which is further classified as Right bank (Wadi Lithbah to Ras al ghash village and come back through the same way - Moderate+ level) and Full loop (Includ...

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Stairway to Heaven Right Bank

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Hiking

Milind Trivedi

Distance

7.85mi

Elevation +

6722f

TrailRank

45| 5.0

The Stairway to Heaven Right Bank is probably the most talked about trek route in the UAE. It is stunning, unique and exciting to do due to many reasons. The route is almost marked, long trail winding up to the village, ...

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Stairway to Heaven (right bank) Ras Al Khaimah UAE

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Hiking

Ausra Osi

Distance

6.47mi

Elevation +

2087f

TrailRank

43

An easier and safer side of stairway to heaven loop hike following the right side of the trail and bacl same way. The hike difficulty is moderately challenging. The route is easy to follow but it has lots of loose rocks...

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DreamTrail#1. STH Left-Jais True Summit-Ghalilah Dam

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'Rainbow Hiker' Patrick Vijay D'Silva

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Distance

14.60mi

Elevation +

7612f

TrailRank

40

About 8 Weeks ago, I set myself a Challenge to Hike Jebel Jais from various directions and reach its True Summit at 1935 meters Peak, which Technically lies with our Neighbours. The Challenge to self was to complete 5 T...

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Stair way to Heaven full loop

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Hiking

Nasar Husain

Distance

19.07mi

Elevation +

9649f

TrailRank

40

This Is my first trekking to stairway to heaven, the way is little tricky, from the deviation of the route already have some way points follow the way points up to reach the last tree , there you have to take left and wa...

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STH Left Bank-Jais True Summit 1932 Mtrs Hike

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'Rainbow Hiker' Patrick Vijay D'Silva

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Distance

6.08mi

Elevation +

5778f

TrailRank

40

My friends Sadallah, Imran and myself today climbed my Dream Trail #1 ( Out of 6 Trails that reach Jebel Jais True Summit of 1932 Mtrs elevation ) We started the hike from Wadi Litibah by Stairway to heaven Left Bank an...

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Stairway to Heaven Full Loop RAK with Abdy

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'Rainbow Hiker' Patrick Vijay D'Silva

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Distance

12.85mi

Elevation +

5148f

TrailRank

40

Mother of all UAE Hikes, the Great Stairway to Heaven Full Loop. Vertical and Steep at places, made safe at slippery places by manmade stairs and steps. Long day of hike, definitely a Winter Hike. Go as a group and ta...

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STH Right Bank Night Hike

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'Rainbow Hiker' Patrick Vijay D'Silva

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Distance

8.30mi

Elevation +

3642f

TrailRank

40| 5.0

We, a few Hiking friends decided to go on an Overnight Hiking trip to Stairway to Heaven, Right Bank. The Summit Village is called as Ras al Ghash. https://www.facebook.com/Patricks-Hikes-101251445547970 The Hike ...

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National Day Special Hike 50km - Exploring the Highlander Trail

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Hiking

Muhasin Pallikkal

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Distance

31.28mi

Elevation +

10846f

TrailRank

39

National Day Hike 50km It was our plan to explore the recently made highlander trail and to make it a 50km Hike to mark the 50th National Day of UAE A 2 days effort, with proper planning, support and logistics. ...

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Wadi Ghalilah from the dam to the top 19 KM

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Hiking

Omar Al Tamimi

Distance

33.57mi

Elevation +

4265f

TrailRank

39

A hard trail , not suitable for beginners without a good stamina. It took us 8 hours approximately, from 8:20 AM to 4:25 PM to finish the 19 KM , but i forgot to stop it after leaving the place by cars. The trail is li...

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Stairway to Heaven Loop

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Hiking

Piero Che

Distance

11.11mi

Elevation +

7874f

TrailRank

37

The loop can be completed within 8 to 10 hours max depending on the size and pace of the group. It took us about 16 hours due to the fatigue of some members and we had to be real slow. After passing the stairs section ...

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Wadi Litibah 2 Right bank summit to Wadi shah

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Hiking

Nasar Husain

Distance

9.06mi

Elevation +

2188f

TrailRank

35

This hike part one is not fully record due to battery drain . This is i record from SWTH right bank summit to wadi shah

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Stairway to Heaven (Right) Hike from Wadi Litibah ( Incomplete, Only 80% )

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Hiking

'Rainbow Hiker' Patrick Vijay D'Silva

Distance

10.25mi

Elevation +

8353f

TrailRank

34

I joined AFT group for this Hike back in January 2019,( Big Mistake ) but the group was divided into 3, unfortunately I ended up in 2nd group and we were not allowed to reach the Summit by the guide although there was en...

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Stairway to Heaven Right bank (RAK)

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Hiking

Satheesh

Distance

8.42mi

Elevation +

3983f

TrailRank

34

The most talked about trail among UAE hikers. We parked our cars in Wadi Ghalilah dam and took a 4×4 to the starting point via Wadi litibah, you may walk as well, its about 2.5 km. From starting point keep right and foll...

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Stairway to Heaven

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MARZ52

Distance

5.79mi

Elevation +

2572f

TrailRank

34

I started the app late so the starting hike point and final point is same. It’s not loop same way up and down. wat an amazing trek at the summit u can relax and enjoy the views it’s challenging and pushes you to another ...

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Stairways (right) Arabian FiTrekkers

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Hiking

shulmani

Distance

9.30mi

Elevation +

7562f

TrailRank

33

A beautiful trail from Wadi Litibah toward the right bank of Stairways to Heaven and back. Steep ascend and not recommended for beginners. You must have ability and stamina to walk for 8 hours on a steep climb. Carry eno...

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Stairway to Heaven Right Side

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Hiking

Geoff McNicholl

Distance

6.99mi

Elevation +

3855f

TrailRank

32

Steps pretty much all the way to the top. Doable for anyone with a decent level of fitness. Have a tea at the top with the local farmer. Wifi connection at the top but limited / non-existent along the way after you start...

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