Overview: Oman Musandam is situated on the isolated (yet very beautiful) area of Oman and is separated from the rest of the Oman by the east coastline of the United Arab Emirates. It also includes the exclave, Madha, which is completely enclosed by the United Arab Emirates. The mountain areas in Musandam boast isolated communities for centuries and many coastal villages that can only reached by boats or dhows. The Musandam is separated from the rest of Oman and is boarded to United Arab Emirates. This is considered as one of the best tourist destinations in Oman due to its isolated nature and geographical position. The capital of Musandam is Khasab, which inhabits more than 29,000 people and comprises irregular mountain peaks surrounded by Wadis.
Tour: The Oman Musandam Tour starts at 8.00 am with a pick-up service from your destination in Dubai or Sharjah. You will be driven along the highway of Emirates towards Dibba Fujairah, one of the Emirates of United Arab Emirates, which consists an interesting and a fascinating old town dotted with a small colorful market. We will allow you to explore the famous Friday Market, which is popular as Fruit and Vegetable Market, located in Masafi Village. The Masafi is a popular venue at the edge of the Hajar Mountains, where you will have an opportunity to take some photographs while enjoying the magnificent views of the surrounding mountains.
When you are at Al Darah, border of Oman, upon completion of the entry formalities and entry process, you will enter Oman going to the Port of Traditional Omani Boat. The most fascinating part of your tour starts when are aboard the boat. You have the chance to taste different flavors of Arabic tea and coffee as welcome drinks. The Double Decker wooden boat is well equipped, cleaned and attached with rest rooms, dining space and sitting area. The cruising time on the boat is around 45 minutes to 1 hour providing you an opportunity to enjoy the sunbath, the relaxation and healing opportunity to your mind, and the stunning view of Rocky Mountains, fascinating villages, and beaches where you also have an opportunity to spot some dolphins. The scenery in the Musandam Oman offers you an extraordinary picturesque view, date palms and stone houses built into the sides of the steep cliff. After enjoying the dhow cruise, you can now enjoy the Snorkeling and Swimming activities at the blue water which is located at the far corner in the isolated area of the Indian Ocean. You will be outfitted with life jackets and snorkeling equipment to enjoy and chill out with the memorable swimming and snorkeling activities in Musandam.
The staff on the wooden boat will welcome you before you start with the continental buffet lunch. Here you can refresh and energize yourself with the warm and delicious dishes served on board. After having lunch, you still have a few more minutes to enjoy swimming and snorkeling again. If not, you can stay on board to get the most of the experience to just repose and take pleasure in listening to the music or take snaps of scenic photography. Whether you go and enjoy the waters or just stay onboard, the fishing activity comes next in line. The fishing activity comes with some hand line fishing equipment, which will be provided, and at the same time, you also can spot the jumping and playing dolphins. At around 5:30 pm you will be back at the port and you will be driven back to Dubai or at your drop off destinations at around 7:30 pm.
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