Omani Adventurer Reached Mount Olympus Summit
Nabil Al Riyami completed the climb of the 2,917m Mytikas peak to promote international tourism in Oman.
Updated on Oct. 3, 2026 in Adventure Travel
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Adventurer Nabil Al Riyami successfully climbed to the summit of Mytikas, the highest peak of Mount Olympus in Greece. The expedition included an international team and aimed to highlight Oman as a destination for global adventure tourism.
Why it matters
Al Riyami uses high-altitude expeditions to build the profile of Oman within the international adventure travel market. By completing major climbs globally, he works to establish his home country as a competitive destination for hikers and climbers.
The summit of Mytikas reaches an elevation of 2,917m, while the expedition utilized a mountain camp positioned at approximately 2,100m. The final ascent to the peak lasted three and a half hours.
The players
Nabil Al Riyami
He is an Omani adventurer who has completed mountain climbs in countries including Nepal, Malaysia, Türkiye, Italy, Australia, Mexico, and Argentina.
The details
The climb began at 6am on September 29 from the mountain camp, following an initial departure from Litochoro. The diverse expedition team featured participants from Oman, Germany, France, Bulgaria, and Greece.
Timeline
The expedition set out from Litochoro on September 28, 2026.
The summit was reached and the climb concluded on September 29, 2026.
Travel Outlook
This expedition follows the rise of adventure tourism as a national branding strategy, where nations use individual athlete achievements to attract foreign visitors. Al Riyami aligns his climbs with broader international efforts to market niche recreational activities as a primary draw for global travelers.
Travelers looking to replicate this climb should note that Litochoro serves as the primary gateway to Mount Olympus, located 420km from Athens. Climbers should prepare for a significant elevation gain from the base camp at 2,100m to the 2,917m summit.
The takeaway
Successfully navigating a technical climb like Mytikas requires careful acclimatization and planning around mountain camps. Prospective adventurers should prioritize physical conditioning and local logistical support when planning international mountain expeditions.
Further reading
Discover more about global mountaineering trends on the Adventure Travel page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Muscat Daily.
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