Boat Tours in Oman, All 15 Compared on Price

1.Half-Day Dhow Cruise, Dolphin Watching, & Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 507 reviews · 3 hours - 210 minutes · from $37Our pick

Meet your guide in Khasab, then cruise Musandam’s steep-sided fjords aboard a decorated Omani dhow. You’ll look for dolphins, stop to swim and snorkel with provided gear, and enjoy fruit, water, tea, coffee, and soft drinks. Guides such as Sohel and Opu are praised for friendly service and useful local insight.

“The boat tour was absolutely wonderful! The crew put so much heart into everything, and Mr. Sohel in particular was incredibly professional, polite, and truly attentive. We were constantly offered soft drinks and coffee, given fresh towels after swimming, and even treated to a freshwater rinse. They even provide masks and snorkels at no extra cost. The entire crew worked together to make this experience unique and unforgettable. If we return, we will definitely choose them again!”

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2.Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 332 reviews · 2 hours · from $28Best value

Join Nobles Marine Tours for a two-hour dolphin trip from Marina Bandar Al Rowdha. Guides such as Sufyan and Sabbir know the coast well and help you spot Risso’s, bottlenose, spinner, and long-beaked common dolphins. Expect a modern boat, coastal views, water, juice, and the chance of seeing turtles or stopping to snorkel.

“We had a fab time. My mum aged 78 loved it. Our guide Sufyan made sure that we saw the dolphins and were as close to the dolphins as possible. Thank you. The only disappointment was that our tour was meant to be for 2 hours from 10am to 12 noon but we didn’t start until 10.20am ☹️ but finished at 12 noon.”

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3.Omani Dhow Coastal and Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 198 reviews · 2 hours · from $60

Set out from Marina Bandar Al Rowdha near Al Bustan Palace on a traditional Omani dhow. You’ll pass Al Bustan Palace, Muscat’s Portuguese forts, and Al Alam Palace before watching sunset from the water. English-speaking staff serve Omani coffee, dates, soft drinks, and light snacks. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Muscat can be added.

“I enjoyed the experience. The captain/guide was very friendly and gave explanations about the tour and the different places we visited. We were offered coffee, dates, peanuts, and sweets during the cruise. All the staff were kind and attentive.”

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4.Half-Day Dhow Cruise with Dolphin Watching

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 189 reviews · 3h 30m · from $37

Join Dolphin Khasab Tours for a 210-minute dhow cruise from Khasab Airport, the cruise terminal, or the tour office. You’ll pass fishing villages, watch for humpback and bottlenose dolphins, and swim at Telegraph Island. Tea, coffee, cold drinks, fruit, towels, and life vests are included, but snorkeling gear is not.

“Super, Tour, wenig Leute auf dem Boot. Getränke und Obst frei, frisch und kalt.”

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5.Khasab Musandam Full Day dhow cruise with lunch and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 186 reviews · from $50Top rated

Spend about six hours aboard a traditional Omani dhow in Khasab’s Khor Sham fjord. You’ll have two swim and snorkeling stops near Telegraph Island and Seebi Island, with gear, towels, lunch, fruit, coffee, tea, soft drinks, and dolphin watching included. Pickup is offered, and the boat returns to Khasab Harbor.

“Very relaxing day. Staff was attentive to explaining everything. Lunch was delicious. Couldn’t ask for anything more.”

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6.Full-Day Dhow Cruise in Khasab Musandam

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 151 reviews · from $56

Spend about six hours sailing from Khasab through Khor Sham aboard a traditional dhow. You’ll look for dolphins, stop to swim and snorkel near two islets, and receive lunch, drinks, towels, gear, and hotel transfers within Khasab. French- and German-speaking guides may be available, though guide assignment is not guaranteed.

“Great family experience on the dhow, well worth the drive from Dubai! Totally recommended for families!”

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7.Khor Sham Half-Day Cruise with Snorkeling & Dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 143 reviews · 4 hours · from $45

Join guide Jithu and his crew for a four-hour dhow cruise through Khor Sham fjord. From Khasab, you will watch for wild dolphins, stop near Telegraph Island for about 40 minutes of swimming and snorkeling, and receive water, soft drinks, fruit, and dates onboard. Khasab pickup is included.

“Very nice tour, our guide Jithu gave us wonderful information about Khasab and the Arabian Norway. We saw dolphins, snorkeled and swam at Telegraph Island. The crew was very attentive and provided us with a wide variety of drinks, fruit, and delicious dates. Thank you very much, the tour is highly recommended.”

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8.Khasab Musandam Half Day Dhow Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 107 reviews · from $40

Spend about three and a half hours aboard a cushioned Omani dhow in Khasab. You’ll cruise past rugged fjords and old villages, watch for dolphins, and stop near Telegraph Island for swimming and snorkeling. Fruit, drinks, tea, coffee, towels, and life jackets are included. Snorkeling gear costs extra.

“Sehr gut organisiert, viele hilfreiche Informationen bekommen. Viele Delphine gesehen. Hatten das ganze Boot für uns (zu fünft)”

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9.Cruise-Tour Excursion Muscat city tour half day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 107 reviews · from $58

From Sultan Qaboos Port, a guide such as Mutasem or Riz takes you through Muscat in an air-conditioned vehicle. You’ll visit the Grand Mosque, browse Mutrah Souq, and photograph the Royal Opera House, Al Alam Palace, and Portuguese forts. Plan for 3 to 4 hours, modest clothing, and possible extra entry fees.

“Bella giornata trascorsa insieme in giro per Muscat , visitando tutti i punti d'interesse della città, bravo a Riz che ci ha fatto da guida per tutta la giornata. la consiglio vivamente!!”

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10.Musandam Khasab Full-Day Cruise with Transfers & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 104 reviews · from $180

Travel from Dubai, Sharjah, or Ras Al Khaimah to Khasab with border help, then spend the day aboard a traditional dhow with Captain Younis and the crew. You’ll cruise Musandam’s dramatic fjords, stop at Telegraph Island and another swimming spot, snorkel with colorful fish, watch for dolphins, and enjoy an Oriental buffet with unlimited soft drinks and fruit.

“best tour in khasab, many avventure and dolphins ride. very special accomodation, food and drink with special guides which loves their job and country. very special momento in musandam”

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11.From Al-Seeb: Dimaniyat Islands Boat Trip with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 87 reviews · 4 hours · from $85

Set out from Al-Seeb with Alrabdan Sea Tours for two snorkeling stops in the Dimaniyat Islands Nature Reserve. You will visit Turtle City, where sea turtles are guaranteed, then try the Black Tip site for rays, leopard sharks, and possibly whale sharks. Guides such as Ahmed, Mohammed, and Haytham are praised for calm instruction, helpful photos, and family-friendly care.

“Special thanks to Ahmed who made our tour so special. We had the most magical experience with our three year old daughter and Ahmed took videos which we will treasure forever. The boat trip was smooth and the lunch was delicious. Ahmed was a fantastic guide. He came prepared with equipment for our daughter to snorkel too. 10/10!! Thank you for an unforgettable experience!”

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12.Dolphin Watching Boat Trip with Snacks & Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 65 reviews · from $60

Set out from Marina Bandar al Rowdha on a 2-hour dolphin-watching boat trip with a licensed captain and local guide. You’ll cruise past Arch Rock and Bustan Palace, look for dolphins in open water, and enjoy snacks, soft drinks, and water. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, with morning departures around 8 and 10 am.

“Excellent trip out to sea. Well organised. Good clean boat. Hundreds of dolphins all around. Tour along the coastline. Drinks and snacks provided.”

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13.Fjords of Musandam Dhow Cruise & Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 55 reviews · 6 hours · from $48

You’ll spend six hours aboard a cushioned Omani dhow cruising Khor Shem, Qanaha, and Maqlab, with possible dolphin sightings and stops at Telegraph and Seebi islands. Pickup is included from Khasab port or airport. Bring swimwear, and bring your own snorkeling gear if you have it.

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14.Dhow Cruise with Lunch, Dolphin Watching& Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 54 reviews · 6 hours · from $53

Cruise Musandam’s fjords aboard a shared dhow for six hours, with dolphin watching, snorkeling at Telegraph and Seebi islands, buffet lunch, drinks, and fruit. Guides such as Sohel and Anoor are praised for attentive service and clear explanations. Khasab and cruise-terminal pickup is included, while UAE transfers cost extra.

“Super tolle Tour von einem tollen Team. Immer wieder kleinere Stops zwischendurch, immer wieder Snacks und Getränke bekommen welche inklusive waren. Das Mittagessen hat ebenfalls geschmeckt. Sehr zu empfehlen!”

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15.Omani Traditional Dhow Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 53 reviews · 2 hours · from $70

You’ll spend two hours along Muscat’s coast with an English or Arabic-speaking guide, hotel pickup, Omani coffee, dates, snacks, and sunset views near Al Bustan Palace, the Corniche, and Al Alam Palace. The boat is presented as a traditional dhow, but expect a motor vessel rather than a sailing boat.

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