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Dubai & Dhows

Oman, Dubai

From Dubai’s skyline to Musandam’s fjords, this is Arabia at its best.

13 days

from £6,140 pp

Musandam Moments

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Explore the Musandam Peninsula, Oman's 'Norway of Arabia'.

12 days

from £4,745 pp

Oman Family Holiday

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12-Day family adventure with deserts, beaches, mountains & wildlife.

13 days

from £3,775 pp

Ultimate Oman

Wildlife & Nature Ultimate + 3 more + 3 more

Our most comprehensive 16-day grand tour of Oman.

16 days

from £6,580 pp

Sultanate in Style

Romantic Luxury + 1 more + 2 more

Oman’s finest landscapes and most luxurious stays.

20 days

from £9,099 pp

Unexplored Oman

Wildlife & Nature Off-the-beaten-track + 2 more + 3 more

Experience Oman, beyond the usual tourist trail.

13 days

from £4,065 pp

Quirky excursions

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Kayaking from Muscat

The coastline that surrounds the Omani capital is dotted with inlets that make is perfect for kayaking. On this half-day excursion you'll venture 45 minutes east from the capital to Bandar al Khayran, the ideal spot to launch your kayak from and admire the golden rocks alongside some of the bluest water you will ever see! You'll be exploring for around three hours, and have a guide with you as you drift along, taking you to the mangroves and secluded beaches that are only accessible from the sea. You'll stop on these shores for snacks and some snorkelling, before hopping back into your kayak for the return paddle. This excursion is appropriate for travellers of any ability - the kayaks are wide and stable, designed for any level of kayaking experience, including absolute beginner. The excursion is shared, so you may be with a few other travellers, and runs on Mondays and Thursdays.

Omani Grand Canyon Day Trip

Jebel Shams and nearby Wadi Ghul is known locally as the Omani Grand Canyon, a magnificent landscape that's well worth a visit on any trip to Oman. We usually recommend that touring clients take a couple of nights during their trip to actually stay in the mountain – there are many accommodation options up here – but if that's not possible then a day trip to witness this immense scenery is absolutely doable. This guided trip with a private guide leaves Muscat in the early morning, and as you make your way south from Muscat you'll stop at the traditional village of Al Hamra as well as the town of Nizwa with its imposing fort. As you venture on, the scenery continues to open up and the pinnacle of the day (quite literally!) will be looking out over the sublime surroundings at the top of the mountains. A picnic lunch is also included in this trip.

The Batinah Plain

To the north of Muscat and lying between the coast and the Hajar Mountains, lies the Batinah Plain, a fertile area providing much of Oman’s food and agriculture. For those interested in the history and architecture of Oman, it is worth a visit, either as a day trip from Muscat, or perhaps on the way to Bani Awf, the off-road route through the mountains to Nizwa. Dotted along the base of the mountains are a series of springs and wadi mouths. These had great strategic importance historically, and magnificent forts, notably Rustaq and Nakhl, were built to defend them. These forts have been built on plugs of rock, incorporating the naturally impregnable slopes into the design of the walls. The walls and fabric of the forts has been restored to its exact original state, and the various bits of furniture and weaponry on display give an accurate idea of what life was like in these forts.

Daymaniyat Islands

The Daymaniyats are a group of nine islands just under 20km off the coast of Muscat, and are considered the best place in the area to go scuba diving or snorkelling. This is the perfect secluded escape if you are spending lot of times in the city and want to get away from it all, leaving the chaos and traffic behind to find white crystal beaches and the clear waters. Visibility can be as good as 20-30 metres, and travellers here have been known to spot turtles and rays, and of course plenty of native species of fish. If you want to add this to your Oman itinerary, please let your specialist know and we can work this into your trip. Both snorkelling and diving trips can be taken out to the islands, and there are options for both full- and half-day excursions.