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3-Hour Dhow Experience In Khasab With Snorkelling
  • Tour Category

    Private Tour

  • Tour Types

    Boating, Sightseeing, Snorkeling

  • Duration

    3 Hours

  • Activity Level

    Medium

  • Language

    English

Description

Khasab has something for everyone, whether you're a historian, a cultural enthusiast or just an avid traveller. Have an unforgettable three-hour experience on this tour as you cruise through the fjords of Musandam, also known as the 'Norway of Arabia'. Enjoy unique landscapes, mountains, and sea life as you sail on a traditionally decorated Omani dhow. Witness dolphins chasing your dhow and go snorkelling at Telegraph Island.

Highlights
  • Sail on a traditionally decorated Omani dhow
  • Spot butterflyfish and groupers as you snorkel in clear fjord waters
  • Visit the villages of Nadafi, Qanaha, and Maqlab
  • Relax at Telegraph Island and Khor Shem 
  • Watch dolphins chase your dhow
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    • Meet your tour guide at the Khasab port at 9:15 AM and head to your dhow.

    • Reach the fjords of Musandam on a traditionally decorated Omani Dhow at 9:30 AM.

    • Visit the Khor Shem, a sheltered 17km long fjord, at 10 AM. The water here is crystal clear and calm, very inviting for snorkelling and swimming. Admire mountains that rise out of the sea and reflect on the water. Watch out for dolphins that play and follow your boat as you cruise around nearby villages.

    • At 10:15 AM, reach Nadafi, the first village that you will pass by. With around 50 inhabitants, mainly fishermen, there is no land access to the village and speedboats are used for communication. 

    • Visit Qanaha at 10:30 AM. Qanaha is a small fishing village where stone houses blend into the cliffs.

    • At 10:45 AM, make your way to Maqlab, a mountain village where people earn their living from goat-herding and fishing. 

    • Land up at Telegraph Island, or Jazirat al Maqlab, at 11:00 AM. The British laid the first telegraph cable here in 1864; it ran from India to Basra, Iraq, and the island was manned for some 10 years. Snorkelling here is a treat, don your masks and enjoy the clear, calm waters. Watch out for butterflyfish and groupers, and enjoy the coral growth in this fjord. The dhow will be anchored at Telegraph Island for 45 minutes for swimming and snorkelling.

    • Return to the Khasab port at 12:45 AM after an exhilarating tour. 

What's Included
  • Fruits, cold drinks, tea, coffee, and life jackets

  • Pick up from all local hotels in the town of Khasab, Khasab airport and Khasab port as well

  • English-speaking Khasab tour guide
What's Excluded
  • Transfers outside the town of Khasab

  • Snorkelling equipment

  • Visa charges

  • Personal expenses

  • Tips and gratuities

Meeting Point

Khasab, Oman

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
Adult
1 To 4 USD 40 Per Person
Child
1 To 4 USD 20 Per Person
Infant
1 To 4 USD 0 Per Person

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USD 40 / person