Dancing Rocks

The Ragasat Valley's Jabal Al Rukkab is home to notable works of natural art of stunning rock formations, a web of canyons, and the maze-like network of valleys that cut across the massif. Find a silhouette of three spiraling rock formations, the Raqasat (Dancing Rocks) among these. Sand blown by strong winds created these.

The three extraordinarily tall natural pillars in the middle of a large wadi and at the base of a massive sand bank are the most spectacular rock formations in Jabal Al-Rukkab. These rocks provide the ideal vantage point for viewing the otherworldly environment. The three dancing rocks is the name locals have given to these rocks because of their remarkable appearance.

These rocks were signified as 'Dancing Rocks' for yet another reason. It was because nature had molded these formations to look like they were swaying together in unison. The rocks seem to dance together with the nearby rock formations. Enjoy the Dancing Rocks and other formations that are visible in all directions in this wadi.

How to explore Dancing Rocks?

- Driving through the maze of canyons with enormous cliffs on either side is a unique experience that everyone who visits the area should try.

- Plan a local dune buggy excursion. From the city center, it takes 45 minutes to go to Dancing Rocks. It's best to hire a skilled driver who has a four-wheel-drive car.

- Examining the rocks and wall fractures is worthwhile since they might uncover tunnels or provide unexpected vantage spots.

- Old sculptures and inscriptions on the cliffs provide a second surprise. Evidently, Jabal Al- Rukkab's scenery has drawn visitors for millennia. However, it's possible that earlier travelers were also drawn to the rainwater that was collected in some of the canyons. Some of them carved camels, lambs, human figures, and inscriptions as a record of their travels. Nabatean artifacts discovered deep within the massif show that residents were already exploring this amazing location over 2000 years ago. The experience is made more thrilling by being on their trails thousands of years afterward.

- Horse riding and camel riding calls for another adventure to experience.

- Go abseiling on a magnificent mountain landscape. It is for both experienced and first-time climbers.

- Go on a 30-min helicopter guided tour to view the monuments from above.

- You can even go on a 2-hour cycle trail to this rock to enjoy the landscapes around.

- Warm your heart with a magical bonfire in this area and replenish your soul with nature.

- If you crave more adventure, discover the 2,000-year-old petroglyphs on the rocks in Jabal Al Rukkab.