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Half day dhow cruise to the Fjords of Musandam

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3 hours 30 minutes
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Spend a half day cruising to the Musandam Fjords where you’ll have the chance to snorkel in clear water, watch the dolphins swim near the dhow, check out some ancient villages, and relax while you’re exploring the “Norway of Arabia.” You’ll be riding in a traditional, comfortable, dhow, and your guide will point out all the top attractions along the way.

Get picked up for free if you’re staying in Khasab
Enjoy fruit, cold drinks, tea and coffee provided for you
Wear your life jacket for safety, and note that towels are provided
You can go snorkeling, but the gear is at an additional fee

What's Included

Fruits, cold drinks, tea, coffee, towels, life jackets

Visa charges or other personal expenses are not included in the price. No transfers outside Khasab
Use of Snorkeling equipment

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Meeting point

DOLPHIN KHASAB TOURS
Lulu Hypermarket Khasab City Khasab OM Khasab OM، Al Khasab 811, Oman

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Pickup details

We collect you from all hotels in Khasab, Khasab port, Khasab airport as well. The tour starts at 9:30 a.m. There are two schedules for the trip: Morning: 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and afternoon 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

What To Expect

Oman Fjords (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 80 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Reviews

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102 reviews

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Saw the dolphins and...

Andrei_B, Mar 2024

Saw the dolphins and swam, there where a lot of refreshing drinks and snacks on board. Stuff was very accommodating

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Thanks for the review.

Beautiful half-day trip

Torsten_T, Feb 2024

The overall tour was great: nice ship with restroom, plenty of swimming break - and most importantly lots of dolphin sightings! The only downside was the extreme late arrival of some guests (which was never properly adressed...) which caused a delay for the tour of 60+ minutes which kind of sucks when you get up early yourself to be on-time.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Thanks for the review. The delay was caused due to tender boat. We make all necessary arrangements to avoid any delay.

Wonderful experience in Musamdan

Simon_A, Dec 2023

We had such a good time on the half-day dhow tour. The tour company was excellent. I would highly recommend this trip.

Response from Host, Jan 2024

Thanks for the review.

Wonderful experience

Yuliia_C, Jul 2023

Didn't expect to see so many dolphins. Swimming at the fjord with corals was also unforgatablle (don't forget to take your swimming glasses or mask with you). Highly recommended

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Thanks for the review.

Great experience, loved...

Diana_D, May 2023

Great experience, loved the trip. Very child friendly. And all in all very well organized. Would definitely recommend

Response from Host, May 2023

Thanks for the review.

The best thing to do at Khasab

kazuhisa_s, May 2023

We took this tour while our cruise stopped at Khasab, Oman. We booked morning trip but we couldn’t make it on time because it took time to get off our cruise ship. We called the tour operator to change our reservation to afternoon. They were very helpful changing to afternoon tour. They spoke fluent English. Afternoon tour left at 1pm and came back at 4:30pm as promised. The tour was great in a relaxing boat. We saw dolphins swimming along our boat. We had time to go for a swim for those who wanted take a dip. The crews served us drinks a few times to hydrate us. The crews were nice and we had a great time. Since the town of Khasab doesn’t have much to offer for tourists, this tour is highly recommended.

Response from Host, May 2023

Thanks for the review.

Fantastic dolphin experience

Janice_W, Mar 2023

Fantastic tour plenty of soft drinks, water, tea & coffee along with an abundance of fresh fruits, our Guide was very informative and we spent about 45 minutes watching the dolphins and weren’t rushed at all and a similar amount of time was spent snorkelling at Telegraph Island

Response from Host, Mar 2023

Thanks for the wonderful review.

A Perfect Tour on the Dhow

Robert_R, Feb 2023

The flat-bottomed boat was comfortable, with shade-providing awnings as well as open sections. Our group of around 60 could sit on the cushions on both levels. I was even able to sit on a bench at the rear of the boat since sitting on the carpets wasn’t an option. Water, fruit and hot and cold drinks were provided throughout, as were fruit. Two showers were at the rear for those who wanted to rinse off after swimming or snorkeling. Washrooms we’re also onboard. Our pilot had the expertise to know where to find the dolphins and we were lucky enough to spot many, as well as a pod of at least 10. It was an excellent outing that we HIGHLY recommend.

Response from Host, Feb 2023

Thanks for the wonderful review.

Khasab port - dhow cruise to the Fjords of Musandam

Minh_T, Feb 2023

Amazing and helpful crews. Comfortable boat with cushioned seats. Served excellent snacks and drinks. Saw dolphins and snorkeled.

Response from Host, Feb 2023

Thanks for the review.

Perfect half a day in Khasab

Lawrence_W, Feb 2023

On time and well organized. Program is exactly as described. Even saw dolphins up and close. Great way to spend half a day in the middle of our cruise.

Response from Host, Feb 2023

Thanks for the review.

Great

DIMITRIOS_K, Jan 2023

Although it was the only rainy day of the season the crew help us to enjoy this boat excursion . We watched many dolphins on the water and the landscape was wild and beautiful .

Response from Host, Jan 2023

Thanks for the review.

Fabulous Fjords!

MARION_O, Jan 2023

The trip was extremely well organised all round, with a friendly crew. Nothing was too much trouble … the crew went the extra mile to get the dolphins to race the boat … amazing sight of a pod of 5. Towels, refreshments, snorkels provided. Magnificent scenery, a ‘most do’ when in Musandam.

Response from Host, Jan 2023

Thanks for the review. We are happy to know that you enjoyed the trip with us.

Wonderful tour with best hospitality.

Riaz_F, Dec 2022

Even though all other tourist cancelled they went ahead with taking us on the dhow to see the dolphins and the fjord. We felt like we were on a romantic chartered love boat for just the two of us! Saw pods of dolphins and many followed our dhow as we raced with them. There was also a mama and baby dolphin who followed us for a long time. Would highly recommend this tour with this particular tour company. Dolphin tour.

Response from Host, Dec 2022

Thanks for the wonderful review. Hope to see you again in Khasab with us.

Watching a family of dolphins swim alongside our boat, baby dolphin included!

Lois_R, Mar 2020

Fabulous scenery, happy and caring staff and crew! A wonderful and memorable experience! It was a brilliant day on the water, a highlight of my holiday😁

Response from Host, Mar 2020

Thanks for the wonderful review. We are pleased to know that you enjoyed the dhow ride with us.

dolphins

Ahmed_E, Feb 2020

amazing experience, a little bit cold weather but all was fine and we did manage to swim and explore a little island

Response from Host, Feb 2020

Thanks for the review. Hope to see you again in Khasab on a Sunny Weather.

Recommended

martynglinn, Feb 2020

Fantastic location, with great snorkelling and the opportunity to view dolphins in their natural habitat. The boat had a rustic charm all of its own, and the crew supplied a variety of drinks and fresh fruit whilst on the excursion.

Response from Host, Feb 2020

Thanks for the review. We are happy to know that you enjoyed the dhow ride in Khasab.

So much fun.

Mary_L, Dec 2019

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.

Response from Host, Dec 2019

Thanks for the review. We are happy to know that you enjoyed the the dhow cruise with us.

the best of the best

Dan_M, Dec 2019

We were met at the cruise terminal and transported to the Dhow. This is a not to be missed experience...the Fjords are lovely and the dolphins swim alongside the boat. Refreshments were great and it was very uncomplicated and relaxing.....nicely managed

Response from Host, Dec 2019

Thanks for the review. We are happy to know that you enjoyed your dhow cruise with us.

Bien organizado y personal muy amable

AnaMaria_A, Mar 2024

Todo muy bien organizado. Nos recogieron a la hora y lugar acordado. El servicio durante el recorrido fue estupendo (personal muy amable y nos ofrecieron en todo momento frutas y bebidas). Totalmente recomendable.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Thanks for the review.

Top, Planung-Durchfügrung

Jrgen_Q, Mar 2024

Planung, Bezahlung, Bereitstellung der Tickets sowohl in Papierform als auch elektronisch war top. Kurzfristige Info einen Tag vor dem gebuchten Event war auch gut. Die Fahrzeuge und vor allem die Guides insbesondere Achmut? In Abu Dhabi waren sehr sauber und der Guide konnte gut deutsch und versorgte uns hervorragend mit Infos. Besser geht nicht! Mussadam: so viele Delfine und so nahe dabei habe ich noch nie gesehen. Beim nächsten Mal gerne wieder

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Thanks for the review.