Oman · CRUISES & BOAT TOURS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 cruises & boat tours that repay the day, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing worth knowing before you commit.
Half-day dhow cruise in Khasab, Musandam Fjords, with dolphin spotting, swimming, snorkeling gear, and snacks on board, plus easy pickup.
“Sohel and Yash did great Job! We saw Dolphins, went diving, all was great!”
2-hour Muscat dolphin boat tour with a modern vessel, life jackets, juices and water, and scenic Al Hajar views.
“It was amazing and better than expected! And the best but, we saw many dolphins! Perfect”
A 2-hour Muscat sunset cruise on a traditional Omani dhow, with coastal fort views, coffee and dates, and optional hotel pickup.
“Nice cruise close to Muscat. Very well organized. Worth to do Recommended”
Half-day dhow cruise from Khasab through Musandam fjords, with fresh drinks, swim time at Telegraph Island, and dolphins.
“Super, Tour, wenig Leute auf dem Boot. Getränke und Obst frei, frisch und kalt.”
Full-day Khasab dhow cruise with snorkeling near Jazrat al Maqlab, possible dolphins, and an onboard Omani buffet lunch.
“Smooth organisation , great communication, welcoming hosts . Perfect day out . Do it ! Cruise terminal pick up was so easy”
Full-day dhow cruise from Khasab to Khor Sham fjord in Musandam, with dolphin spotting, snorkeling, and onboard lunch plus hotel pickup.
“Great family experience on the dhow, well worth the drive from Dubai! Totally recommended for families!”
4-hour dhow cruise from Khasab into Khor Sham fjords for dolphin sightings and snorkeling near Telegraph Island, plus fruit and drinks.
“Very nice tour, our guide Jithu gave us wonderful information about Khasab and the Arabian Norway. We saw dolphins, snorkeled and swam at Telegraph Island. The crew was very attentive and provided us with a wide variety of drinks, fruit, and delicious dates. Thank you very much, the tour is highly recommended.”
Cruise Khasab’s Musandam fjords by traditional dhow, with fruit and drinks onboard, dolphins sightings, and snorkeling near Telegraph Island for about 3.5 hours.
“A must tour, you see so many dolphins swimming in close encounter. Pick us up on port, also has a chance to do snorkeling, drinks and fruits are provided too.”
Half-day Muscat cruise excursion with a guide, air-conditioned ride, and major sights including Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Mutrah Souq, forts, and palace.
“service was provided with passionate spirit from a person who wanted to show best of oman and its citizens in the best possible way.Guide took me and my daughter to sultan qabos mosque and gave us optimal description about its compoRead more”
Full-day Musandam Khasab dhow cruise with transfers, snorkeling at Telegraph Island, Oriental buffet lunch, and dolphin watching.
“This was am amazing experience! excellent support from the driver (Lal) and the guide (Monis? Mosin?) and the captain Younis. The scenery is beautiful and the water clear and warm and my daughters loved swimming with the colorful fish. There was plentiful food and drinks offered. Please do consider this adventure if you are in Dubai or points North in the UAE.”
Full-day Musandam dhow cruise from Dubai with dolphins, Telegraph Island snorkeling, a Seebi Island water stop, and included lunch and transfers.
“The trip was amazing : the landscapes were stunning, the crew was really kind and professional (they proposed us a lot of activities), we appreciated that the trip was respectul to the dolphins, the food was good, the driver who was really nice. It was very well organized 👏🙏 Alex & Claudia”
Snorkel Muscat’s protected Ad Dimaniyat waters for reef fish and guaranteed turtles, plus a second stop where rays and whale sharks are possible.
“ahmed our snorkeling instructor was helpful and very kind ice day at the islands and saw diverse marine life when snorkeling”
Cruise Musandam fjords from Khasab on a carpeted Omani dhow with dolphin spotting, two snorkel swims, and semi-buffet lunch included.
“This trip on a dhow in the gulf of Oman was outstanding. Our guide and captain were courteous, helpful and educational. They both worked very hard to make our experience very enjoyable. When dolphins were sighted we were lead to them. Swim spots and fish viewing areas were fun. I would recommend this tour for anyone.”
2-hour Muscat dolphin-watching from Marina Bandar al Rowdha with hotel pickup, snacks, and a local guide. $60 per person.
“The provider was very flexible regarding a pickup outside of the usual pickup zone. Nice tour, very friendly guide and driver and a great memory of watching large groups of dolphins.”
Cruise Musandam fjords on a traditional dhow from Khasab, with pickup, buffet lunch, and a swim off Telegraph Island.
“Belle journée autour des fjords. Nous avons été souvent accompagnés par de nombreux dauphins. Tout était magnifique. L'équipe Dolphin kashab tour était au petit soin. Bon souvenir et parfait organisation.”
Coast, wadis, dunes, mountains, and the far south.
