Manama is Bahrain's capital and its busiest hub: the old souq and Bab Al Bahrain, the National Museum and Al Fateh Grand Mosque, the Adliya dining district and the waterfront towers of Bahrain Bay sit within a short taxi ride of each other.
Top trails
Routes worth lacing up your boots for.
Trail difficulty levels
Pick a route that matches your fitness and experience.
Mostly flat, well-marked paths. Suitable for families and casual walkers.
Some elevation gain, longer distances. Requires basic fitness.
Significant climbs and exposure. Requires good fitness and route-finding.
Technical terrain, scrambling, or alpine conditions. Experience essential.
When to hike
Seasonal conditions in Manama.
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Local hazards
What to watch out for on the trail.
Hazard: Summer heat above 40 C and high humidity from June to September
Hazard: Heavy traffic on King Faisal Highway and Al Fateh Highway; use signalled crossings
Hazard: Uneven paving and open drains in the older souq lanes
Hazard: Occasional dust haze and strong shamal winds, mostly in winter and early summer