Oman · Cruise & Sailing

5-Hour Musandam Dibba Dhow Cruise from Dubai with Banana Ride

5 Hours Round trip from Dubai - United Arab Emirates Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Scenic drive through the Hajar Mountains to Musandam Dibba
  • 02 Sail on a traditional Omani dhow across emerald, fjord-like waters
  • 03 Enjoy a thrilling banana boat ride, swimming, and snorkeling
  • 04 Relish a continental buffet lunch onboard with mountain views

Discover the natural beauty of Musandam Dibba on a 5-hour dhow cruise from Dubai. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Hajar Mountains before crossing into Oman to witness stunning landscapes. Glide across the emerald waters aboard a traditional Omani dhow, enjoy the thrill of a banana boat ride, and swim or snorkel amid dramatic cliffs. Relish a continental buffet lunch onboard and return to Dubai refreshed and inspired by this scenic nature retreat.

Glide across the emerald waters aboard a traditional Omani dhow, enjoy the thrill of a banana boat ride, and swim or snorkel amid dramatic cliffs.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Languages Arabic, English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Musandam Dhow Cruise from Dibba Harbour

  • Embark on a scenic drive from Dubai to Musandam Dibba through Sharjah, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah, and the Hajar Mountains, enjoying dramatic landscapes along the way.
  • Board a traditional Omani dhow featuring Bedouin-style decor and set sail on the emerald waters of the Gulf of Oman.
  • Experience an exhilarating banana boat ride and enjoy swimming or snorkeling in the tranquil waters surrounded by mountain cliffs.
  • Relish a continental buffet lunch onboard with refreshments.
  • Return to Dubai with memories of breathtaking fjord-like scenery.
Musandam Dibba, Hajar Mountains, emerald waters of the Gulf of Oman

Where this trip takes you

Musandam Dibba, Hajar Mountains, emerald waters of the Gulf of Oman

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • 5-hour Musandam dhow cruise departing from Dibba Harbour
  • Continental buffet lunch with refreshments
  • Banana boat ride
  • Transfers as per the selected option

What's Not Included

  • Each guest is required to pay a border fee of 31 AED at the Oman border.

What to bring

  • Original passport valid for 6+ months
  • Emirates ID valid for 3+ months
  • Swimwear
  • Fishing equipment

Know before you go

  • Prior permission is required for all guests to enter Dibba Musandam.
  • Passport and visa details will be collected by the team to process permission.
  • Processing time: 3 working days for UAE residents and 24 hours for tourists.
  • Carry your original passport (valid for 6+ months) and Emirates ID (valid for 3+ months).
  • Bring your own swimwear and fishing equipment.
  • No luggage is allowed during activities.
  • Banana boat rides and deep-sea fishing depend on the weather.
  • Tour timings may change due to weather or sea conditions.
  • Without transfers, please arrive at the location at least 30 minutes before cruise departure.
  • Shared transfer timings may vary by 30-60 minutes due to traffic.
  • Transfers are provided as per the selected option. Shared transfers are available from Deira, Bur Dubai, and Sheikh Zayed Road up to Marina.
  • No eating, drinking, or smoking is allowed in transfer vehicles.
  • Each guest must pay a 31 AED border fee at the Oman border.
  • No refunds are available for partially used services or no-shows. A 100% no-show fee applies.
  • The tour is subject to availability.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Tour start
Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 hours finish where they began, in Dubai - United Arab Emirates.

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