These are five islands. They are in order from west to east:
AsSawda Island, Bird Island, Al Hasikiyah, Al Qibliyah, and Al Hallaniyah, which is the largest island, 50 kilometres from the coast of Hasik and 220 kilometres from Salalah, the capital of Dhofar Governorate. The island contains some ancient sites.
These islands are characterised by an enormous range in elevation, embracing deserts, highlands and islands, springs, bays and headlands. They are home to large groups of turtles and birds.