Discover the Natural Wonder of Tayq Sinkhole

Getting There

• Walking

  Start from the central area of Mirbat, near the local market. Head southeast towards the main road (Route 31). Continue walking for approximately 15 minutes until you reach the junction with Route 32. Cross the road and continue along the dirt path that leads away from the main road, following the signs for Tayq Sinkhole. After about 1 hour of walking on this path, you will reach the vicinity of Kizetakhayf. The Tayq Sinkhole is located at the coordinates 17.1555557, 54.6275529, which is nearby. Keep an eye out for local signage or ask passersby for directions, as the path can be less defined as you approach the sinkhole.

• Bicycle

  Rent a bicycle from a local shop in Mirbat. Start your journey from the Mirbat Fort area, heading southeast towards Route 31. Follow Route 31 for approximately 6 kilometers until you reach the junction with Route 32. Turn onto Route 32 and cycle for another 5 kilometers until you reach the dirt path leading to Tayq Sinkhole. Park your bicycle securely at the entrance of the path and continue on foot for about 1 kilometer to reach the sinkhole itself. Be cautious of the terrain as it may be rocky.

• Public Transport (Bus)

  From Mirbat, take a local bus heading towards Salalah. Inform the driver that you would like to get off at the nearest stop to Tayq Sinkhole. The bus will drop you off near Kizetakhayf, approximately 10 kilometers from the sinkhole. From there, you will need to walk south along the dirt path for about 1 hour to reach Tayq Sinkhole. Ensure to have a map or ask for local directions to help navigate to the sinkhole from the bus stop.