Highlights
- Swimming at Telegraph Island
- Relaxing in a traditional dhow
- Fruits, cold drinks, tea and coffee provided
- Life vest and towels provided
- Natural Dolphin watching in the Fjords
Overview
Experience a once-in-a-lifetime journey through the "fjords of the Musandam" on our traditionally furnished Omani dhow, where you may relax on cushions and carpets and take in the breathtaking surroundings. Minimum 2 Adults needed
Details
✅HALF DAY DHOW CRUISE
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Overview: This half-day cruise is ideal for those with limited time but still wanting to explore the stunning Musandam fjords. You’ll experience the serene beauty of Musandam’s waters, traditional fishing villages, and the renowned Telegraph Island.
Key Highlights:
🔘 Comfortable Traditional Dhow: Cruise on a beautifully crafted Omani dhow, fitted with comfy cushions and carpets, creating a traditional yet relaxing experience.
🔘 Dolphin Watching: Musandam waters are known for dolphins, especially around Khor Shem, where they often swim alongside the boats. You have a high chance of spotting these majestic creatures.
🔘 Snorkeling and Swimming: Experience the crystal-clear waters around Telegraph Island, which is perfect for snorkeling. The area is home to vibrant marine life, including butterfly fish, groupers, and colorful corals.
🔘 Historic Villages: Pass by isolated villages like Nadafi, Qanaha, Sham, and Maqlab, where life hasn’t changed much over the centuries. These villages offer glimpses of traditional Omani life, inaccessible except by boat.
🔘 Telegraph Island: A key historical site where the British laid the first telegraph cable in 1864. Besides its history, it’s also a favorite snorkeling spot due to its clear waters and abundant marine life.
Morning Itinerary (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM):
🔘 Meet & Greet: 9:00 AM at Dolphin Khasab Tours office, located at Lulu Hypermarket.
🔘 Depart: 9:30 AM from Khasab port, passing through scenic fjords and villages:
🔘 Khor Shem, Nadafi, Qanaha, Sham, Maqlab, and snorkeling at Telegraph Island.
🔘 Return: 1:00 PM back to Khasab port.
Afternoon Itinerary (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM):
🔘 Meet & Greet: 1:00 PM at Dolphin Khasab Tours office.
🔘 Depart: 1:30 PM for the same route:
🔘 Khor Shem, Nadafi, Qanaha, Sham, Maqlab, and snorkeling at Telegraph Island.
🔘 Return: 5:00 PM back to Khasab port.
✅FULL DAY DHOW CRUISE
Duration: 6 hours (10:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
Overview: This tour offers an extended experience of Musandam’s fjords. You’ll have more time to explore, swim, and snorkel at both Telegraph Island and Seebi Island, all while enjoying a delicious buffet lunch on board.
Key Highlights:
🔘 Comprehensive Exploration of Musandam Fjords: Travel deeper into the fjords, passing even more villages and getting a fuller understanding of the region's beauty and culture.
🔘 Extended Snorkeling & Swimming: You’ll have two major snorkeling stops:
🔘 Telegraph Island: A historic site where you can snorkel for an hour.
🔘 Seebi Island: At the end of the fjord, with clear waters and vibrant marine life, perfect for an additional hour of snorkeling.
🔘 Dolphin Watching: As with the half-day cruise, dolphins are often seen playing near the dhow, particularly around Khor Shem.
🔘 Lunch Onboard: A buffet lunch is served on board while anchored near Telegraph Island, allowing you to enjoy delicious local cuisine amidst stunning surroundings.
🔘 Seebi Island Exploration: This secluded island is home to around 60 inhabitants and is a favorite snorkeling location. You may also spot various species of sea birds nesting on the cliffs.
🔘 Stunning Views and Photographic Opportunities: The combination of calm waters, majestic mountains, and remote fishing villages makes this cruise a paradise for photography lovers.
Full-Day Itinerary (9:30 AM - 4:00 PM):
🔘 Meet & Greet: 9:30 AM at Dolphin Khasab Tours office, located at Lulu Hypermarket.
🔘 Depart: 10:00 AM from Khasab port, passing:
🔘 Khor Shem, Nadafi, Qanaha, Sham, and Maqlab.
🔘 Stop for 1 hour of snorkeling at Telegraph Island and enjoy lunch.
🔘 Continue to Seebi Island, where you’ll have another hour for snorkeling and swimming.
🔘 Return: 4:00 PM back to Khasab port.
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Overview: This half-day cruise is ideal for those with limited time but still wanting to explore the stunning Musandam fjords. You’ll experience the serene beauty of Musandam’s waters, traditional fishing villages, and the renowned Telegraph Island.
Key Highlights:
🔘 Comfortable Traditional Dhow: Cruise on a beautifully crafted Omani dhow, fitted with comfy cushions and carpets, creating a traditional yet relaxing experience.
🔘 Dolphin Watching: Musandam waters are known for dolphins, especially around Khor Shem, where they often swim alongside the boats. You have a high chance of spotting these majestic creatures.
🔘 Snorkeling and Swimming: Experience the crystal-clear waters around Telegraph Island, which is perfect for snorkeling. The area is home to vibrant marine life, including butterfly fish, groupers, and colorful corals.
🔘 Historic Villages: Pass by isolated villages like Nadafi, Qanaha, Sham, and Maqlab, where life hasn’t changed much over the centuries. These villages offer glimpses of traditional Omani life, inaccessible except by boat.
🔘 Telegraph Island: A key historical site where the British laid the first telegraph cable in 1864. Besides its history, it’s also a favorite snorkeling spot due to its clear waters and abundant marine life.
Morning Itinerary (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM):
🔘 Meet & Greet: 9:00 AM at Dolphin Khasab Tours office, located at Lulu Hypermarket.
🔘 Depart: 9:30 AM from Khasab port, passing through scenic fjords and villages:
🔘 Khor Shem, Nadafi, Qanaha, Sham, Maqlab, and snorkeling at Telegraph Island.
🔘 Return: 1:00 PM back to Khasab port.
Afternoon Itinerary (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM):
🔘 Meet & Greet: 1:00 PM at Dolphin Khasab Tours office.
🔘 Depart: 1:30 PM for the same route:
🔘 Khor Shem, Nadafi, Qanaha, Sham, Maqlab, and snorkeling at Telegraph Island.
🔘 Return: 5:00 PM back to Khasab port.
✅FULL DAY DHOW CRUISE
Duration: 6 hours (10:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
Overview: This tour offers an extended experience of Musandam’s fjords. You’ll have more time to explore, swim, and snorkel at both Telegraph Island and Seebi Island, all while enjoying a delicious buffet lunch on board.
Key Highlights:
🔘 Comprehensive Exploration of Musandam Fjords: Travel deeper into the fjords, passing even more villages and getting a fuller understanding of the region's beauty and culture.
🔘 Extended Snorkeling & Swimming: You’ll have two major snorkeling stops:
🔘 Telegraph Island: A historic site where you can snorkel for an hour.
🔘 Seebi Island: At the end of the fjord, with clear waters and vibrant marine life, perfect for an additional hour of snorkeling.
🔘 Dolphin Watching: As with the half-day cruise, dolphins are often seen playing near the dhow, particularly around Khor Shem.
🔘 Lunch Onboard: A buffet lunch is served on board while anchored near Telegraph Island, allowing you to enjoy delicious local cuisine amidst stunning surroundings.
🔘 Seebi Island Exploration: This secluded island is home to around 60 inhabitants and is a favorite snorkeling location. You may also spot various species of sea birds nesting on the cliffs.
🔘 Stunning Views and Photographic Opportunities: The combination of calm waters, majestic mountains, and remote fishing villages makes this cruise a paradise for photography lovers.
Full-Day Itinerary (9:30 AM - 4:00 PM):
🔘 Meet & Greet: 9:30 AM at Dolphin Khasab Tours office, located at Lulu Hypermarket.
🔘 Depart: 10:00 AM from Khasab port, passing:
🔘 Khor Shem, Nadafi, Qanaha, Sham, and Maqlab.
🔘 Stop for 1 hour of snorkeling at Telegraph Island and enjoy lunch.
🔘 Continue to Seebi Island, where you’ll have another hour for snorkeling and swimming.
🔘 Return: 4:00 PM back to Khasab port.
Know Before You Go
• Instant confirmation would be received at the time of booking
• The guest must arrive at the predetermined meeting point 30 minutes prior to the scheduled trip departure.
• Please respect the customs and traditions in Oman
• Not recommended for travelers with back problems
• No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
• Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This tour activity will have a maximum of 120 travelers
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Stroller accessible
• The guest must arrive at the predetermined meeting point 30 minutes prior to the scheduled trip departure.
• Please respect the customs and traditions in Oman
• Not recommended for travelers with back problems
• No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
• Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This tour activity will have a maximum of 120 travelers
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Stroller accessible
What To Bring
Wear comfortable clothes.
