Full Day Dhow Cruise
The ultimate Musandam experience — 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM with buffet lunch included.
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Daily departures from Khasab. Hotel pickup from Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, RAK, Ajman & Fujairah. Border assistance included.
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The ultimate Musandam experience — 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM with buffet lunch included.
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We arrange hotel pickup from all major UAE cities. Same-day return, border assistance included.
Hotel pickup at 6:30 AM, border help, return by 8 PM.
Closest UAE city after RAK. Perfect for half-day trips.
Early pickup, full-day fjord cruise, all logistics handled.
45 minutes to border. Ideal for spontaneous trips.
Quick transfer to Khasab with private or shared options.
Scenic Hajar mountain route to Musandam fjords.
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Our captains were born in Musandam. They know every fjord, dolphin spot, and hidden snorkeling cove. Authentic Omani hospitality.
For cruise ship guests, we guarantee return to Khasab Port on time, every time. Trusted by 50+ cruise lines.
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Full-day, half-day, sunset, mountain safari or private charter. Compare prices above.
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Meet at Khasab Port or get picked up in UAE. Cruise fjords, see dolphins, snorkel.
Everything you need to know about Khasab tours, Musandam dhow cruise packages, prices, inclusions, and how to choose the best tour for your trip — written by local licensed operators.
Musandam tour packages are curated day trips and overnight experiences in the Musandam Peninsula — Oman’s northernmost exclave, famously called the “Norway of Arabia” for its dramatic limestone fjords. A typical package includes a traditional Omani dhow cruise through Khor Sham, wild dolphin watching, snorkeling at Telegraph Island and Seebi Island, and a buffet lunch on board. At Anjum Musandam, we are a Ministry of Tourism licensed operator based at Khasab Port with 15+ years experience — all tours run daily, with hotel pickup from Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, RAK, Ajman and Fujairah.
We offer 18+ tours across 5 categories. Here’s how to pick:
Here’s the 2026 direct operator price list (per person unless noted). Kids under 4 free, 4-8 years half price:
| Tour | Duration | Price (OMR) | Price (AED) | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Day Dhow Cruise | 6h | 20 | 250 | Lunch + snorkel + dolphins |
| Half Day Dhow Cruise | 3.5h | 12 | 150 | Snorkel + dolphins + drinks |
| Sunset Cruise | 3h | 15 | 185 | Karak + dates + dolphins |
| Mountain Safari | 4h | 25 | 310 | 4x4 + guide + water |
| Sea & Mountain Combo | 8h | 35 | 435 | Cruise + safari + lunch |
| Private Dhow (whole boat) | 6h | 150 | 1875 | Chef + crew + custom |
Border fees are extra and paid at border: UAE exit 35 AED/person, Oman visa 50 AED (often free for 14 days for 70+ nationalities). Check your visa eligibility here.
Included on all dhow cruises: Traditional Omani dhow with cushions/carpets, expert local captain, snorkeling gear (mask, fins, snorkel), life jackets & towels, bottled water & soft drinks, buffet lunch (full-day) or karak chai/dates (half-day/sunset). Not included: UAE exit fee, Oman visa fee, gratuities, personal expenses.
What to bring: Original passport (6+ months validity), swimwear, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, camera. For self-drive from UAE: car registration (Mulkiya), Oman insurance (buy at border if needed), NOC if rental car. We provide towels but bring your own if you prefer.
The Musandam tour from Dubai is our #1 package. Drive is 2.5 hours via E11 to Ras Al Khaimah then Tibat border. We give step-by-step border instructions: UAE exit (35 AED), Oman entry (stamp, often free 14 days), then 30 min to Khasab Port. Same for Sharjah to Khasab (2 hrs), Abu Dhabi to Khasab (3.5 hrs), RAK to Khasab (45 min to border), Ajman, Fujairah. Hotel pickup in UAE available as private transfer — AED 1800 for vehicle up to 6 guests. Or self-drive with our self-drive guide.
October to April is ideal: 22-30°C, calm sea, 15m+ snorkeling visibility, dolphins active. December-March is peak for dolphins (spinner pods) and comfortable hiking. Summer (May-September) is 35-42°C but sunset cruises are spectacular, prices lower, fewer crowds. We run tours year-round. For full month-by-month breakdown, see best time to visit Musandam guide.
Cross at Tibat border (Al Dara). Requirements: passport valid 6+ months, UAE residence visa valid 90+ days if resident, car under your name or owner present, NOC for rental cars, Oman insurance (buy at border ~100 AED/week). Fees: UAE exit 35 AED/person, Oman visa 5 OMR/50 AED (free for many nationalities 14 days). Use our Musandam visa checker or WhatsApp us passport copy for free check. We also have a detailed UAE-Oman border crossing guide.
Real feedback from verified guests who explored Musandam with us.
"Absolutely breathtaking experience! The dolphin watching was incredible — we saw at least 20 dolphins. The crew was so professional and the lunch was delicious. Best day trip from Dubai by far."
"We come back every year with the family. The kids absolutely love it. The fjords are stunning and the team makes everything so easy — from border crossing advice to pickup at the port."
"As cruise ship passengers, we were worried about timing. Anjum guaranteed our return to the ship and delivered perfectly. The Khor Sham fjords are genuinely like Norway but with warm water!"
"The mountain safari to Jebel Harim was extraordinary. Our guide knew everything about the fossils and local history. The views from the top are worth every minute of the drive up."
"التجربة كانت رائعة جداً! الرحلة البحرية في خصب مسندم لا تُنسى. فريق العمل محترف والأسعار ممتازة مقارنة بالجولات الأخرى. أنصح الجميع بها."
"We booked the overnight beach camping and it was the highlight of our entire Middle East trip. Sleeping under the Milky Way with the fjord mountains around us... pure magic. 10/10."
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Musandam tour packages start from OMR 12 (AED 150) for a half-day dhow cruise. Full-day dhow cruises with buffet lunch are OMR 20 (AED 250) per person. Overnight camping is from OMR 45, private charters from OMR 150 for the whole boat, and mountain safaris from OMR 25. All our prices are direct operator prices — no middleman markup — and include snorkeling gear, life jackets, and refreshments. Kids under 4 go free.
For first-time visitors, the Full Day Dhow Cruise is the clear winner. You get 6 hours in Khor Sham fjord, 90%+ dolphin sighting rate, two snorkeling stops at Telegraph Island and Seebi Island, and a traditional Omani buffet lunch on board. It runs 10 AM to 4 PM daily and shows you the absolute best of Musandam in one day. If you're short on time, take the Half Day cruise (3.5 hours) instead.
Our standard dhow cruise packages include hotel pickup in Khasab (or detailed border instructions if you're driving from UAE), 6-hour cruise on a traditional Omani dhow with cushions and carpets, dolphin watching with an expert spotter, snorkeling equipment (mask, fins, snorkel), life jackets and towels, buffet lunch (full-day tours) or karak chai and refreshments (half-day/sunset), and an experienced local crew. Border fees (UAE exit 35 AED, Oman visa 50 AED — often free for 14 days) are paid directly at the border and not included.
Yes. If you book a Musandam tour from Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Abu Dhabi, RAK or Fujairah, we arrange hotel pickup at 6:00-6:30 AM in a comfortable 4x4 or minivan, drive you to the Tibat border, assist with crossing, and bring you to Khasab Port for your dhow cruise. After the cruise (4 PM return), we drive you back to your hotel in the UAE by 7:30-8:00 PM. The Dubai to Khasab day trip is our most popular package — AED 250 per person shared, or AED 1800 for a private vehicle up to 6 guests.
The best time to visit Musandam is October to April when temperatures are 22-30°C, sea is calm, and visibility for snorkeling is 15m+. Dolphin watching is excellent year-round, but peak season is December to March when spinner and humpback dolphins are most active in the morning. Summer (June-August) is hotter (35-42°C) but sunset cruises are magical then, and prices are lower with fewer crowds. Book 2-3 days in advance in peak season, same-day booking often possible in summer.
Yes — dolphin sightings are extremely common in Musandam. We have a 90%+ sighting rate on morning cruises in Khor Sham fjord. You'll see humpback dolphins (Sousa plumbea) and bottlenose dolphins, often in pods of 10-30 swimming alongside the dhow. Our captains know the dolphin territories and how to approach without disturbing them. Morning departures (9:30 AM) have the highest success rate because the water is calmer and dolphins are feeding.
Most nationalities get a free 14-day Oman visa on arrival at the Tibat border. You pay 35 AED UAE exit fee per person at the UAE side, and 50 AED (5 OMR) Oman visa fee — but many passports get this free for 14 days. Your passport must be valid for 6+ months. If you hold a UAE residence visa, it must be valid for 90+ days and your profession should be eligible. Check our Musandam visa checker tool for your nationality, or WhatsApp us your passport copy for free eligibility check.
A traditional dhow cruise is a slow, relaxing experience on a wooden Omani boat with cushions, carpets, lunch, and plenty of swimming time — ideal for families, couples, and first-timers. It covers Khor Sham thoroughly in 6 hours. A speedboat tour is faster (90 minutes to 2.5 hours), more adrenaline-focused, and covers 3x more coastline, accessing narrow fjord channels that dhows can't enter. Speedboats are great if you're short on time or want to chase dolphins at high speed. Dhows are better for snorkeling, lunch, and authentic Omani atmosphere.
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