Tayq Sinkhole
One of the world's largest sinkholes, it once completely filled with water after a powerful cyclone.

πŸ“œ One of the world's largest sinkholes, resembling a deep wadi or ravine.
πŸ” Measures about half a mile across and 820 feet deep at its lowest point.

Why Go

🌊 Witness a massive natural geological formation
🏞️ Enjoy amazing views into the canyon from the rim
🚢 Explore a cave dome halfway down the chasm
πŸ’§ See where local villagers fetch water during drought

Why Avoid

⚠️ Abseiling to the bottom is dangerous with old ropes
⛰️ Steep path to the bottom, challenging trek

Tips

πŸ‘Ÿ Wear sturdy footwear and consider a head covering
πŸ—ΊοΈ Sometimes referred to as Tayq Cave on road signs
πŸ“ Located 73 km East of Salalah, off Route 49 after Taqah

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking

Available at 17.153862, 54.622486

Last updated 3 days ago

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