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Qarn al Himar

قرن الحمار

Before you go

Facts not yet verified
  • Best season October–May Source: editor · category default
  • Elevation 308 m Source: osm
  • 4x4 needed Unconfirmed — check locally
  • Entry fee Unconfirmed — check locally
  • Time needed Unconfirmed — check locally
  • Difficulty Unconfirmed — check locally
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  • Family friendly Unconfirmed — check locally
  • Opening hours Unconfirmed — check locally
  • Facilities Unconfirmed — check locally
  • Drones Unconfirmed — check locally
  • Dress Unconfirmed — check locally
  • Wheelchair Unconfirmed — check locally

Safety notes

  • Mountain tracks can be steep with sheer drops. Check the fact box for 4x4 requirements; some routes are closed to two-wheel-drive vehicles.
  • Temperatures at altitude are much lower than on the coast; carry layers and enough water for the hike.

Editor notes, reviewed 2026-09-02

When to go

October–May
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ComfortableToo hot

High ground stays pleasant into late spring; winter nights are cold.

Source: editor · category default · 2026-09-02. Category default set by the editor — a verified per-place season replaces it.

About Qarn al Himar

Qarn al Himar is a mountain in Al Buraimi, Oman. OpenStreetMap places it at about 308 m above sea level. Entry fee, opening hours and vehicle requirements have not yet been verified for this page — the fact box says so plainly rather than guessing, so check locally before you go. For this kind of place the comfortable season is typically October–May. Nearby: The Wave, Wadi Scharab and Jabal al Fu'ad.

At a glance

  • Mountains · Al Buraimi
  • About 308 m elevation (OSM)
  • Season: October–May (editor default)
  • 2 open-data sources · verified not yet

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a 4x4 to reach Qarn al Himar?

Unconfirmed — check locally before you go.

Is there an entry fee at Qarn al Himar?

Unconfirmed — check locally before you go.

When is the best time to visit Qarn al Himar?

Typically October–May for mountains. High ground stays pleasant into late spring; winter nights are cold.

Where is Qarn al Himar?

In Al Buraimi (OM-BU), Oman, at 24.9202, 55.9449 — near The Wave, Wadi Scharab and Jabal al Fu'ad.

Experiences here

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Information is compiled from open data and editor checks; conditions, fees and access change — verify locally before you travel.