Dolphin watching and sunset in Muscat
A few hours on Muscat’s waters by boat: dolphins are often seen near the coast in the morning, and the sunset from the sea is something else.
- Region
- Muscat coast
- Length
- 2–3 hours
- Best season
- All year; calmer seas October to April
Muscat’s coastal waters are home to dolphins, and a morning boat trip is the best chance to see them. On the way you see the coastal cliffs and caves from the water, and, if you choose the evening, the sun setting over the sea.
How the trip goes
A draft plan; the order and the times are set in the final programme.
Board
Set off by boat from a Muscat marina.
Looking for dolphins
Cruise the coastal waters where dolphins are seen most.
The rocky coast
The coastal cliffs and caves from the water.
Back
Return to the marina; on the evening trip, with the sunset.
What the plan includes
DraftA draft; we send the final programme before anything is confirmed.
- A boat trip from a Muscat marina
- A cruise looking for dolphins
- The coastal cliffs and caves from the water
- A sunset cruise for those who choose the evening
Stops
- Muscat marina
- Muscat coast
What to bring
- A hat and sunscreen
- A light layer for the wind on the water
- A camera or a phone in a waterproof pouch
- Sea-sickness tablets if you need them
Good to know
- Early morning is the best time to see dolphins.
- Dolphins are not guaranteed, but they are common in these waters.
- Trips can be moved in poor weather.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to see dolphins?
Early morning; the sea is also calmer from October to April.
Is this trip suitable for children?
Usually yes; tell us the children’s ages when you pre-register.
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.