Excursions

A boat trip from Muscat to the protected Daymaniyat Islands to swim and snorkel over coral with reef fish, rays and often turtles.

Half a day on a traditional dhow from Muscat to the quiet bays of Bandar Khayran, with a good chance of dolphins and time to snorkel.

A short guided tour of Khasab, the main town of Musandam: Khasab Fort and its museum, the old neighbourhoods and the dhow harbour.

Khasab Fort, the town and harbour, then the coast road north to the old border town of Bukha and its fort by the sea.

Three hours paddling a kayak in the calm water of Musandam’s fjords, below tall cliffs and past hidden coves and beaches.

Two guided dives in the clear water of Musandam, over coral and rocky reefs full of fish. For beginners and certified divers.

A guided four-hour hike in the mountains above Khasab, on old footpaths past remote villages, with views over the fjords.

Half a day in Salalah: the ruins of Al Baleed, Haffa Souq for frankincense, the gold souq and the fruit plantations.

Half a day along the coast east of Salalah: Taqah Castle, clifftop views and the old trading port of Mirbat.

Half a day west of Salalah: the Tomb of Prophet Ayub in the hills, the blowholes of Mughsail Beach and the frankincense trees.