6-Hour Luxurious Dhow Cruise to Fjords of Musandam
Highlights
Khasab
boating, Shore Excursion, Snorkeling
Private Tour
6 Hours
Medium
English
Description
Enjoy an unforgettable day cruising to the "Fjords of the Musandam" on board a traditionally decorated Omani dhow, where you can sit comfortably on cushions and carpets while feasting your eyes on the striking scenery. Discover ancient villages, swim and snorkel in the clear waters of Telegraph Island and Seebi Island, visiting Khor Shem, Qanaha and Maqlab along the way.
Itinerary
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Khasab Tour
- Meet and greet on Khasab Port and transfer to our Dhow at 09:45 AM.
- Depart from the Khasab Port to the fjords of Musandam on our traditionally decorated Omani Dhow.
- Reach Khor Shem, which is a sheltered 17km long fjord. Enjoy snorkelling and swimming and spot dolphins playing and following the boats as they cruise around the villages.
- Visit Nadafi, where you will see water tanks near the beach, which the Oman Government provides fresh water free of charge regularly.
- Go to Qanaha, a small fishing village where the stone houses blend into the cliffs made from the local stone.
- Explore Maqlab. and interact with the people that earn their living by goat-herding and fishing, which are the main occupations of the area.
- Make your way to Telegraph Island (Jazirat al Maqlab). Snorkelling here is a treat, don your masks and enjoy the clear, calm waters. Watch out for butterflyfish, groupers, and the coral growth is among the best in this fjord. The dhow is anchored at Telegraph Island for1-1/2 hours for Snorkeling. Lunch would be served on board.
- Visit Sham, a village with around 50 inhabitants.
- See many species of sea birds at Seebi Island. On the island, take a plunge into the crystal clear water. The dhow is anchored at Seebi Island for around 1 hour for Snorkeling.
- Return to the Khasab Port.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Know Before You Go
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
| Adult | |
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| 1 to 4 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 2 | /person |
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This is a private tour |
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