Dhofar – The Shaat viewpoint in the Wilayat of Rakhyut within the Dhofar Governorate has emerged in a new form, enhancing its presence as a prominent tourist destination through a modern tourism project.

The project adds an exceptional experience to the stunning natural landscape by introducing a glass viewpoint that provides visitors with the opportunity to observe mountain cliffs and the Arabian Sea from a towering height, where the blue of the sea embraces the green of the mountains.

Situated on the slopes of Mount Sager within the Jabal Al Qamar mountain range, the viewpoint stands at an altitude exceeding 1000 m and is located roughly 80 km from the city of Salalah via the main road connecting Salalah to the wilayats of Rakhyut and Dhokut.

The new project brings a different touristic dimension to the site, featuring a glass viewpoint measuring 10 m in length and 12 m in width, alongside viewing platforms, rest areas, pedestrian pathways, vehicle parking, service facilities, retail zones, a children’s play area, and an open-air theatre.

The Sager Investment Company which executed the project, stated that the construction followed rigorous engineering and technical requirements, including structural and environmental studies, load and wind analysis, safety evaluations, risk management, and pre-execution soil testing.

Furthermore, the structure underwent a 40 tonne load test, and the glass consists of three layers with a total thickness of 43 mm to ensure facility durability and visitor safety.

The initiative was developed in accordance with the vision of the Dhofar Municipality, the project owner, to harness the unique natural environment of Shaat while maintaining safety and quality.

Since its opening, the site has attracted substantial visitor numbers, with Dhofar Municipality data from early August indicating that the location welcomed over 50,000 visitors, with entries regulated in batches of up to 30 people for a designated duration to ensure safety and smooth movement. The development also incorporates spaces for productive families to display Omani products, food, perfumes, and handicrafts, thereby boosting local economic activity.