Marneef Cave and Al Mughsayl Blowholes

Al Mughsayl Blowholes

At a stone’s throw away from the Marneef Cave are three impressive blowholes (know as Al-Mughsayl Blowholes due to proximity to Al-Mughsail/ Al Mughsayl Beach). They are also referred as Mughsayl Natural Fountains by the tourists.

As per wikipedia, the definition of the blowhole is “a blowhole is formed as sea caves grow landwards and upwards into vertical shafts and expose themselves towards the surface, which can result in blasts of water from the top of the blowhole if the geometry of the cave and blowhole and state of the weather are appropriate.”

The stairs from Marneef Cave will lead to the famous blowholes. There are around 50+ steps in the stair (didn’t count, just an estimate). In the above photograph, the steps in stair are visible.

These three entertaining blowholes have meshes over them.  When the sea is slightly rough, sea water explodes into the air through these holes in the rock, which are just above the sea. The water jet from the blowholes vary according to the season, but can get as high as 28m in the sky in Khareef season.

There are three viewing galleries in around the blowholes for having a look at the sea. The sea at this place is very rough with high splashes, that’s why the fencing is done around the viewing galley for the safety of the visitors. Don’t cross the fencing!

In addition to the sitting area around the cave, there are gazebos with benches to relax and enjoy the view near the blowholes. A must place to sit. The view is fascinating.

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