14a Muscat, Wadi Al-Shab and a knapsack on my Back

To quote lonely planet "The Wadi rewards even the most reluctant walker with
turquoise pools, waterfalls and terraced plantations" We didn't start off
reluctant, but we were close to it by the time we got there.
Mosa told us that Wadi Al-Shab means "valley of stones" and yes, it is true
to its name.
When you arrive at the Wadi Al-Shab carpark you are entertained by the all
the goats. Like stray dogs they wander around lying around in the shade,
foraging for scraps of food and taking a liking to some of the parked cars.
To start the hike, you need to cross the river in a small boat. For the cost
of a couple of Rials you have the enjoyment of precariously trying to board
a small runabout and pray that it doesn't topple over as the next person
jumps on. The 2-minute ride takes you across to where your adventure
begins.