Alila Jabal Akhdar
Alila Jabal Akhdar Cliff Top Spa Model

Alila Moments

Shaped by land and craft, by culture and care, Alila Moments reveal a different way of seeing. These personalized experiences offered at our Alila properties draw you closer to the world around you, and your place within it. These are our Moments, crafted just for you.

Alila Jabal Akhdar Cliff Top Spa Massage

Heart of the Mountain—Wellness at Altitude

Wandering through the lush pathways of the Alila Garden, breathe in the crisp mountain air, echoing with the rustle of leaves and scented with alpine flora. Your therapist leads you to an open-air pavilion perched at the cliff’s edge—a sanctuary of sky, stone, and silence. Here, a flowing Balinese massage dissolves tension and reawakens energy. Once your body and mind are aligned, you’ll craft your own scrub of rose petals and lemon zest—a sensory expression of the landscape around you. This is not just a treatment; it’s a communion with the mountain itself—a reminder that healing begins by grounding yourself in the moment.

A Garden Grounding
Stroll through the Alila Garden to begin your experience, engaging the senses through scent, sound and scenery.

Ritual on the Ridge
Arrive at the spa pavilion overlooking the canyon and enjoy a personalized Balinese massage beneath open sky.

Craft from Nature
Blend your own rose and lemon balm scrub using ingredients inspired by the landscape—yours to take home.

Stillness and Sky
Close with a moment of quiet reflection as you sip herbal tea and take in the expansive view from the heart of the mountain.

Duration: 90 minutes

Recommended Dress: Casual resort wear, comfortable

Additional Details: Seasonal welcome drink included. Consultation form to be filled out by guest.

Price: OMR 132 per person

Alila Cliff Top Dining

From Earth to Flame – A Mountain-to-Table Cooking Ritual

High in the Al Hajar Mountains, where fertile terraces meet the sky, you’ll begin your culinary journey in Alila’s thriving garden—home to one of Oman's first high-altitude hydroponic systems in a luxury resort. Guided by our chef, harvest seasonal greens, herbs and edible flowers grown using sustainable, water-efficient practices. Then step into our outdoor kitchen, where you’ll learn to craft traditional Omani dishes using open flame, local spice and time-honored technique. The experience ends with a shared feast under the mountain sky—a meal made from the land, with care for the land, and a deeper understanding of what it means to nourish both body and earth.

A Rooted Welcome
Begin with a warm introduction and short briefing by our chef, then journey to the hydroponic farm via scenic walk or buggy ride, surrounded by the rugged beauty of Jabal Akhdar.

Clean Entry, Clear Purpose
Receive protective gear to ensure safety and cleanliness before stepping into the high-altitude hydroponic farm.

Hydroponics Unveiled
Learn how this soil-free, sustainable farming method thrives in mountain conditions—maximizing flavor, efficiency and environmental harmony.

From Seed to Harvest
Explore how temperature, timelines and technique shape the journey of each plant, and walk among the crops as Chef explains their growing cycles.

Gathering with Intention
Handpick your own produce—herbs, greens and seasonal vegetables—guided by Chef in a sensory-rich farm-to-fork moment.

Open-Air Preparation
Arrive at the outdoor kitchen and enjoy light refreshments before joining a live cooking session with Chef, crafting traditional dishes with your freshly harvested ingredients.

Dine Among the Peaks
Share a mountain meal made by your own hands, full of flavor and rooted in place.

A Thoughtful Farewell
Leave with a jar of homemade jam, a chocolate bar infused with garden berries and dates, and a photo collage capturing your day—tokens of a meal you won’t soon forget.

Duration: 4 hours

Recommended Dress: Resort casual and comfortable attire. Guests carry hat and shades. Wear sunscreen.

Additional Details: Lunch or Dinner included

Price: OMR 273 per person

Alila Rosewater Cocktail

From Garden to Glass – A Mocktail Celebration of Flavor and Connection

Step into the vibrant world of Alila Jabal Akhdar for a sensory-rich mocktail journey that blends creativity, wellness and joy. Begin with a guided walk through the garden, where you’ll explore fragrant herbs, fruits and edible flowers. Learn about each ingredient’s cultural significance and health benefits before crafting your own mocktail with the help of our expert mixologist. As the air fills with citrus, spice and laughter, sip your creation alongside light bites and meaningful conversation. This is more than a drink—it’s a celebration of nature’s bounty and the simple pleasure of making something beautiful, together.

A Garden Welcome
Start with a warm introduction and guided overview of the experience as you arrive at the mocktail preparation space.

Ingredients with Intention
Explore a display of fresh, seasonal herbs and fruits, many sourced from the property’s gardens. Learn their stories, flavors and benefits.

Shake and Stir
Join our expert mixologist in crafting your own signature mocktail, experimenting with flavors, textures and aromas.

Sip and Share
Enjoy your creation alongside light canapés while engaging in conversation with fellow guests—a moment of flavor and connection.

Duration: 60 minutes

Recommended Dress: Casual and comfortable attire

Additional Details: One choice of canapes will be provided.

Price: OMR 30.5 per person

Alila Woman Desert Village Exploring

In the Footsteps of Nizwa—A Journey Through Time

Venture into ancient Nizwa by Jeep, where every step is a passage through time. In the hush of olive groves and the hum of lively souq, a story unfolds—rich with heritage and human ingenuity. As you explore the enduring walls of the Nizwa Fort and the weathered paths of Birkat Almouz, you'll feel something shift. In the quiet exchange with artisans and the sweet taste of sun-dried dates, culture becomes connection, tradition becomes a mirror. What you find here may feel ancient, but it awakens something timeless inside. This is more than travel; it's communion.

Departure Through the Groves
Begin your journey in a luxury 4WD, passing through olive groves and mountain vistas as your guide shares stories of the region’s history and trade routes.

Souk of Senses
Explore Nizwa’s vibrant market, sampling dates and engaging with artisans whose crafts preserve generations of tradition.

Fortified Stories
Tour the legendary Nizwa Fort, where panoramic towers and stone corridors bring Oman’s past vividly to life.

Stones and Silence
Wander the ancient falaj waterways and crumbling alleyways of Birkat Almouz, a ghost village rich with history and haunting beauty.

Optional Tastes Along the Way
Stop at local food stalls or cafés to sample traditional bites, making this a feast for both body and mind.

Duration: 5 hours

Recommended Dress: Comfortable and respectable dress. Carry sunglasses, hat and sunscreen.

Additional Details: Guests can stop at local shops for food tastings and to fill their picnic baskets.

Price: OMR 330 per couple or two people