Wadi Dayqah Dam
سد وادي ضيقة
Oman’s largest dam, with its emerald reservoir set in steep gorges. The park below the dam and gorge hiking make for an easy day trip from Muscat.
The Wadi Dayqah Dam (سد وادي ضيقة) was completed in 2012. At about 75 m high, it is Oman’s largest dam. The reservoir it holds back shows an emerald green against the barren rocky mountains, making for a striking landscape. The dam area has viewpoints, a park and picnic spots, and you can walk along the dam crest for photos. Downstream, the Dayqah gorge has towering cliffs and is a wadi trekking route that requires some experience. Entry is free. The dam is about 90 km from Muscat, roughly 1–1.5 hours along the highway toward Sur, and can be combined with Bandar Khairan or the coastal route.
Opening hours
About 08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Bandar Khayran
- Muscat Dolphin Watching Cruise
- National Museum of Oman
- Al Jalali & Al Mirani Forts
- Al Alam Palace
- Bait Al Zubair Museum
- Muscat Gate Museum
- Riyam Park & Incense Burner Monument