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Oman prepares one of the world's largest caves for tourism as part of diversification push

Adventure
Katherine Masters
4 November 2025

Oman is opening up more attractions as it continues to diversify its tourism products to attract a wider demographic.

Oman's Majlis Al Jinn cave

Oman's Majlis Al Jinn cave will be opened up for tourism

Majlis Al Jinn cave, which counts as one of the 10 largest subterranean caves in the world, is being developed as an adventure tourism hub.

The cave – which is large enough to fit 12 Boeing 747 jets wing to wing – is roughly two hours from Muscat. Speaking at WTM London, his excellency Azzan bin Qasim Al Busaidi, undersecretary for tourism, said the experience offered was perfect for the adventure market.

The country is also creating a major new geological park, Al-Hajar Geological Park. Al Busaidi said access to a large area, rich in geological assets, was being unlocked for visitors.