Al Hota Caves Oman Location

Al Hoota Cave

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Al Hoota Cave is a cave located in Al-Hamra', Ad Dakhiliyah Governorate, Oman, that is 5 km long. The cave was first discovered by locals several …

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Jul 4, 2024
This is a worthwhile sight to visit, especially if you are visiting nearby Nizwa. The cave takes about 45 minutes to explore. It is well equipped with excellent metal walkways and stairs, and plent… Full review by Robert T
Nov 4, 2023
Visited the caves as part of a personal day tour on the suggestion of the guide so hadn’t researched. 7 OMR each to enter and had a walk around the geological exhibition which was interesting but not… Full review by thepits
Oct 8, 2023
I have visited al hoota cave many times.. whenever a family or friend visits oman I take them here.. its a one of a kind place which you have to visit.. Full review by Nomad23542309265
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Located:Oman
Total length:5 km (3.1 miles)

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What is the Fare for adult n child to visit cave
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Adult 6.5 OMR and child 3 OMR. Book online but take cash and pay at the reception. When we went the POS machine wasnt working and there is no ATM nearby.
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Hello hoota cave We have been trying to reach you over phone since 2 days now but no reply. Can you answer the phone …
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Hello hoota cave We have been trying to reach you over phone since 2 days now but no reply. Can you answer the phone please! Is this a correct number : ‭+968 2439 1284‬? We have a voucher and the only way to redeem it is by phone. Looking forward your reply Thanks Samir
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Dear Samir, Please try to contact them on (+968) 2542 2197 or via their website:alhootacave you can also call the yellow page at 1318
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Can a baby of 10 months visit the cave is ok? as I heard rocks are made up of calcareous formations?
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Yes, we saw other couples with babies leaving the stroller at the entrance and carrying the baby. It's just about 40 minutes inside the caves, after that stroller again :)
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Could you please tell me which is the shortest route from Sohar to Al Hoota caves if travelling by own car (saloon)? …
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Could you please tell me which is the shortest route from Sohar to Al Hoota caves if travelling by own car (saloon)? Thanks Dr MKB
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From Sohar drive to Yanqul then Ibri and then Hoota Caves. You can see the route on Google Maps. The drive should take about 3 and a half hours.
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Is online booking before the visit mandatory? No facilities at site for booking on the spot
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you can buy tickets there, but can't guarantee a time if you do that as each tour is limited.
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