Musandam fjords
Mountains that drop straight into turquoise water: a day by dhow through the khors, with dolphins and snorkelling.
- Region
- Musandam
- Length
- 1–2 days
- Best season
- October to April
Musandam is a peninsula in the north of Oman whose mountains drop straight into turquoise water. A full day by traditional dhow through the khors brings dolphins, a stop by Telegraph Island, and swimming and snorkelling in calm water.
How the trip goes
A draft plan; the order and the times are set in the final programme.
Reach Khasab
From Muscat to Khasab, the main town of Musandam.
Board the dhow
Set off by traditional dhow into Khor Ash Sham.
Dolphins and Telegraph Island
Dolphin watching and a stop by Telegraph Island.
Swim and snorkel
A swim in calm water, then back to Khasab.
What the plan includes
DraftA draft; we send the final programme before anything is confirmed.
- Getting from Muscat to Khasab
- A full day by dhow in Khor Ash Sham
- Dolphin watching and a stop at Telegraph Island
- Swimming and snorkelling in calm water
Stops
- Khasab
- Khor Ash Sham
- Telegraph Island
What to bring
- Your passport or ID
- Swimwear and a towel
- A hat and sunscreen
- Sea-sickness tablets if you need them
Good to know
- Khasab is reached from Muscat by air or by road through the UAE border; the road needs the right visa.
- Dolphins are not guaranteed, but they are common in these waters.
- The best time is October to April.
Frequently asked questions
How do we get from Muscat to Khasab?
By air, or by road through the UAE; the final programme sets the way.
Do I need to swim to snorkel?
Yes, basic swimming is needed; life jackets are available.
How much does the tour cost?
The tour is not on sale yet and no price has been set. Pre-register and we send the details when places open.
Pre-register for this tour
This tour is not on sale yet. Message us and you will hear first when places open; no payment is taken.