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Khasab Musandam Half Day Dhow Cruise

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Khasab, Oman

3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Spend a half day cruising to the Musandam Fjords where you’ll have the chance to snorkel in clear water, watch the dolphins swim near the dhow, check out some ancient villages, and relax while you’re exploring the “Norway of Arabia.” You’ll be riding in a traditional, comfortable, dhow, and your guide will point out all the top attractions along the way.

Get picked up for free if you’re staying in Khasab
Enjoy fruit, cold drinks, tea and coffee provided for you
Wear your life jacket for safety, and note that towels are provided
You can go snorkeling, but the gear is at an additional fee

What's Included

Fruits, cold drinks, tea, coffee, towels, life jackets

Visa charges or other personal expenses are not included in the price. No transfers outside Khasab
Use of Snorkeling equipment

Use of Snorkelling equipment

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We collect you from all hotels in Khasab, Khasab port, Khasab airport as well. The tour starts at 9:30 a.m. There are two schedules for the trip: Morning: 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and afternoon 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Meeting point

DOLPHIN KHASAB TOURS
Lulu Hypermarket Khasab City Khasab OM Khasab OM، Al Khasab 811, Oman

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Oman Fjords (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 80 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.8

based on 121 reviews

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A beautiful experience....

Marie_M, Feb 2026

A beautiful experience. There were plenty of refreshments on board. Tea ,coffee, water, soft drinks and lots of fresh fruits. The staff pointed out all the sites on route. There also brought us to a beautiful spot to swim and had towels on board aswell.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Thanks for the wonderful review. We are happy to know that you enjoyed the trip with us.

Beautiful Morning with Excellent Hospitality

Sid_S, Jan 2026

A nice cruise through the fjords seeing a few sites and lots of dolphins. The Dhow crew of two treated us like royalty and even filmed the dolphins for us.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

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Saw the dolphins and...

Andrei_B, Mar 2024

Saw the dolphins and swam, there where a lot of refreshing drinks and snacks on board. Stuff was very accommodating

Response from Host, Mar 2024

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Beautiful half-day trip

Torsten_T, Feb 2024

The overall tour was great: nice ship with restroom, plenty of swimming break - and most importantly lots of dolphin sightings! The only downside was the extreme late arrival of some guests (which was never properly adressed...) which caused a delay for the tour of 60+ minutes which kind of sucks when you get up early yourself to be on-time.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Thanks for the review. The delay was caused due to tender boat. We make all necessary arrangements to avoid any delay.

Wonderful experience in Musamdan

Simon_A, Dec 2023

We had such a good time on the half-day dhow tour. The tour company was excellent. I would highly recommend this trip.

Response from Host, Jan 2024

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Wonderful experience

Yuliia_C, Jul 2023

Didn't expect to see so many dolphins. Swimming at the fjord with corals was also unforgatablle (don't forget to take your swimming glasses or mask with you). Highly recommended

Response from Host, Jul 2023

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Great experience, loved...

Diana_D, May 2023

Great experience, loved the trip. Very child friendly. And all in all very well organized. Would definitely recommend

Response from Host, May 2023

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The best thing to do at Khasab

kazuhisa_s, May 2023

We took this tour while our cruise stopped at Khasab, Oman. We booked morning trip but we couldn’t make it on time because it took time to get off our cruise ship. We called the tour operator to change our reservation to afternoon. They were very helpful changing to afternoon tour. They spoke fluent English. Afternoon tour left at 1pm and came back at 4:30pm as promised. The tour was great in a relaxing boat. We saw dolphins swimming along our boat. We had time to go for a swim for those who wanted take a dip. The crews served us drinks a few times to hydrate us. The crews were nice and we had a great time. Since the town of Khasab doesn’t have much to offer for tourists, this tour is highly recommended.

Response from Host, May 2023

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Fantastic dolphin experience

Janice_W, Mar 2023

Fantastic tour plenty of soft drinks, water, tea & coffee along with an abundance of fresh fruits, our Guide was very informative and we spent about 45 minutes watching the dolphins and weren’t rushed at all and a similar amount of time was spent snorkelling at Telegraph Island

Response from Host, Mar 2023

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A Perfect Tour on the Dhow

Robert_R, Feb 2023

The flat-bottomed boat was comfortable, with shade-providing awnings as well as open sections. Our group of around 60 could sit on the cushions on both levels. I was even able to sit on a bench at the rear of the boat since sitting on the carpets wasn’t an option. Water, fruit and hot and cold drinks were provided throughout, as were fruit. Two showers were at the rear for those who wanted to rinse off after swimming or snorkeling. Washrooms we’re also onboard. Our pilot had the expertise to know where to find the dolphins and we were lucky enough to spot many, as well as a pod of at least 10. It was an excellent outing that we HIGHLY recommend.

Response from Host, Feb 2023

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Khasab port - dhow cruise to the Fjords of Musandam

Minh_T, Feb 2023

Amazing and helpful crews. Comfortable boat with cushioned seats. Served excellent snacks and drinks. Saw dolphins and snorkeled.

Response from Host, Feb 2023

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Perfect half a day in Khasab

Lawrence_W, Feb 2023

On time and well organized. Program is exactly as described. Even saw dolphins up and close. Great way to spend half a day in the middle of our cruise.

Response from Host, Feb 2023

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Great

DIMITRIOS_K, Jan 2023

Although it was the only rainy day of the season the crew help us to enjoy this boat excursion . We watched many dolphins on the water and the landscape was wild and beautiful .

Response from Host, Jan 2023

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Fabulous Fjords!

MARION_O, Jan 2023

The trip was extremely well organised all round, with a friendly crew. Nothing was too much trouble … the crew went the extra mile to get the dolphins to race the boat … amazing sight of a pod of 5. Towels, refreshments, snorkels provided. Magnificent scenery, a ‘most do’ when in Musandam.

Response from Host, Jan 2023

Thanks for the review. We are happy to know that you enjoyed the trip with us.

Wonderful tour with best hospitality.

Riaz_F, Dec 2022

Even though all other tourist cancelled they went ahead with taking us on the dhow to see the dolphins and the fjord. We felt like we were on a romantic chartered love boat for just the two of us! Saw pods of dolphins and many followed our dhow as we raced with them. There was also a mama and baby dolphin who followed us for a long time. Would highly recommend this tour with this particular tour company. Dolphin tour.

Response from Host, Dec 2022

Thanks for the wonderful review. Hope to see you again in Khasab with us.

Watching a family of dolphins swim alongside our boat, baby dolphin included!

Lois_R, Mar 2020

Fabulous scenery, happy and caring staff and crew! A wonderful and memorable experience! It was a brilliant day on the water, a highlight of my holiday😁

Response from Host, Mar 2020

Thanks for the wonderful review. We are pleased to know that you enjoyed the dhow ride with us.

dolphins

Ahmed_E, Feb 2020

amazing experience, a little bit cold weather but all was fine and we did manage to swim and explore a little island

Response from Host, Feb 2020

Thanks for the review. Hope to see you again in Khasab on a Sunny Weather.

So much fun.

Mary_L, Dec 2019

A must tour, you see so many dolphins swimming in close encounter. Pick us up on port, also has a chance to do snorkeling, drinks and fruits are provided too.

Response from Host, Dec 2019

Thanks for the review. We are happy to know that you enjoyed the the dhow cruise with us.

the best of the best

Dan_M, Dec 2019

We were met at the cruise terminal and transported to the Dhow. This is a not to be missed experience...the Fjords are lovely and the dolphins swim alongside the boat. Refreshments were great and it was very uncomplicated and relaxing.....nicely managed

Response from Host, Dec 2019

Thanks for the review. We are happy to know that you enjoyed your dhow cruise with us.

Lots of dolphins and great scenery

Jorg_H, Feb 2026

Pick up at the cruise terminal worked out well. Supply of drinks on the go exemplary. Lots of dolphins seen, great swim stop at Telegraph Island. Scenic excellent route. Highly recommended.

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Response from Host, Feb 2026

Thanks for the wonderful review.

Recommended excursion

Bekka_R, Dec 2025

Communication in advance and pick-up at the cruise terminal worked out well. It was a nice boat trip with great views. What we especially liked about the stop at the dolphins - the boatmaster and the guide did not hunt the dolphins, but waited patiently and gave the dolphins the opportunity to swim in the water again and again. We have been well supplied on board with fruit, coffee, water, juices, soft drinks and towels. There were life jackets for the children. For the stop at Telegraph Island I recommend taking a snorkel mask.

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Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thanks for the review.

Very nice

Valentna_R, Nov 2025

We were very satisfied, everything well organized. Let's probably do it again sometime. Have seen dolphins and snorkeling was also nice.

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Response from Host, Jan 2026

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Sehr gut organisiert,...

Marc_B, Dec 2024

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

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Thanks for the review.

Daukreuzfahrt.

Reinhard_F, Dec 2024

Die Route zu den Delfinen war erfolgreich Aber die Verständigung sehr mühsam . Aber trotz Sprachbarrieren waren die Bootsmänner sehr bemüht .

Response from Host, Sep 2025

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Bien organizado y personal muy amable

AnaMaria_A, Mar 2024

Todo muy bien organizado. Nos recogieron a la hora y lugar acordado. El servicio durante el recorrido fue estupendo (personal muy amable y nos ofrecieron en todo momento frutas y bebidas). Totalmente recomendable.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

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Top, Planung-Durchfügrung

Jrgen_Q, Mar 2024

Planung, Bezahlung, Bereitstellung der Tickets sowohl in Papierform als auch elektronisch war top. Kurzfristige Info einen Tag vor dem gebuchten Event war auch gut. Die Fahrzeuge und vor allem die Guides insbesondere Achmut? In Abu Dhabi waren sehr sauber und der Guide konnte gut deutsch und versorgte uns hervorragend mit Infos. Besser geht nicht! Mussadam: so viele Delfine und so nahe dabei habe ich noch nie gesehen. Beim nächsten Mal gerne wieder

Response from Host, Mar 2024

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Fiordi e delfini!

Silvia_B, Feb 2024

Il tour in dhow, un’imbarcazione tipica, è stata una bella esperienza! Abbiamo potuto ammirare i fiordi di Musandam, nuotare e fare il bagno, e abbiamo anche visto i delfini! Lo staff è stato disponibile e gentile, ci hanno offerto da bere e anche della frutta! Una bella gita, con panorami e scorci incantevoli!

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Thanks for the wonderful review.

Una buena experiencia

NestorArturo_A, Nov 2023

La excursión en sí estuvo bien, no me gustó el embarque al barco, tuvimos que esperar un buen rato con mucho calor y sin sombra. Pero el paseo genial amenizado con los delfines. Nos pudimos bañar en el mar y al salir te facilitaban toallas. No faltó la bebida y la fruta.