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Bimmah Sinkhole

A stunning natural turquoise pool formed by the collapse of a limestone cavern, filled with a magical mix of fresh and saltwater. The vivid blue-green colour of...

📍 Hawiyat Najm, Al Sharqiyah⏱️ 1–2 hrs🕐 Daily 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM🚗 Approx. 1.5 hrs from Muscat
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⏱️1–2 hrsDuration
🎟️FreeEntry fee
🕐Daily 8:00 AM – 8:00 PMOpening
🚗Approx. 1.5 hrs from MuscatDistance
🌋Natural wonderType

About Bimmah Sinkhole

A stunning natural turquoise pool formed by the collapse of a limestone cavern, filled with a magical mix of fresh and saltwater. The vivid blue-green colour of the water is extraordinary — one of the most photographed natural attractions in Oman.

Steps lead down to the water's edge for swimming. Tiny fish will nibble your feet — harmless but memorable. A small café and facilities make this a comfortable stop on the Muscat–Sur coastal road.

✨ Highlights

✓Stunning turquoise water
✓Fresh and saltwater mix
✓Fish nibbling your feet
✓Steps down to swimming area
✓Perfect coastal road stop

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🎒 What to bring

0/7 packed
💧 Water bottleMust
👟 Comfortable shoesMust
🧢 Hat & sunscreenMust
👗 Modest clothing
📷 Camera
💵 Entry fee: Free
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📍 Location

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Getting there

Located on Highway 17 between Muscat and Sur, signposted at the Dibab exit. Easy 2WD access. Free parking and café on site.

🚗Approx. 1.5 hrs from Muscat

💡 Tips before you go

→Best visited on a weekday morning — gets crowded on weekends
→Bring swimwear — the water is clear and refreshing
→The tiny fish that nibble your feet are totally harmless
→Perfect stop to combine with Wadi Shab (just 30 mins south)
🌋 Natural wonder🏛️ Swimming🏛️ Family🏛️ GeologyNatural turquoise poolFree entryFamily friendly
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Free entry — no booking needed. Open Daily 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM.

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Quick info

Category🌋 Natural wonder
Duration1–2 hrs
Entry feeFree
OpensDaily 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
DistanceApprox. 1.5 hrs from Muscat

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🕌 Visitor etiquette

👗Dress modestly — shoulders and knees covered
📷Ask before photographing local people
🕐Arrive 30 mins before closing — staff may rush you
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Bimmah Sinkhole

1–2 hrs · Free · Al Sharqiyah

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