Oman, a beautiful yet full of culture country is situated on the southeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula. It is bordered by Saudi Arabia to the north, United Arab Emirates to the west. Known for its beautiful beaches and mountains, it also offers some of the best snorkeling spots. Experience the best of Oman with a Musandam dhow cruise.
A Dhow Cruise Tour gives you an opportunity to see all these places from a different perspective. The dhow cruise tour will take you through many exciting places including
- Al Ayn Waterfall Reserve Park where you can enjoy swimming or snorkeling with dolphins.
- Dolphin watching here is a thing and you will spot many people looking for them.
- Wadi Shab Waterfall Reserve Park offer you activities like hiking trails around it and much more!
In this article, you will learn about the things that you can do at the dhow cruise tour with Dolphin Musandam Tours.
Enjoy The Dhow Cruise Tour With Dolphin Watching
The best time to watch dolphins in Oman is from March to October. This is the happiest season here, during this period you can expect to see pods of dolphins swimming along the coastlines and offshore islands. However, if you want a guaranteed sighting of these marine mammals then it’s recommended that you visit during June through September when they are the most active due to warm weather conditions.
Dolphins live around coral reefs where there are plenty of fish for them to eat and swim around with other species such as whales or sharks, so they don’t get lonely! They are such friendly mammals, people from all over the world come here and wait to capture that one perfect click for Instagram.
Enjoy The Depth Of Sea With Snorkeling
Snorkeling is one of the best ways to observe marine life and underwater landscapes. The most preferable time to go for snorkeling in Oman is in between October and April, when water temperatures are warm and visibility is at its highest.
The best place for snorkeling in Oman are
- Musandam Peninsula which is home to some of the world’s most pristine coral reefs. You can see colorful fish swimming among the corals here, as well as dolphins if you’re lucky enough.
- Ras Al Hadd, this beach offers crystal clear waters which is perfect for exploring underwater life like turtles and the beautiful moonfish.
Enjoy The Adventure of Fishing With Dolphin Musandam Tours
If you are fascinated by traditional fishing or want to learn fishing then come on Dhow cruise tour in Oman. Here, it is a great way to spend your time and learn how to catch fishes. Dolphin Musandam Tours is here to guide you for the activity. Our Team keep all the necessary equipments and safety tools ready for your fishing adventure. There are many types of fishes that you can catch in the sea of Oman. You can enjoy fishing anytime in the whole year. The best time to do it is during the winter months, when there are fewer people on the water.
Pro tip: Carry out few extra clothing during the trip as fishing could get messier.
Sailing Into The Sea
Sailing is one of the most popular and adventurous activities in Oman. It can be done anywhere, but it’s best to choose a location where you can enjoy the scenery and get close to nature. The ideal time for sailing is between October and April, when there are fewer tourists around and the weather is cooler than during summer months (June-September).
Pro tip: Carry sunscreen, sunglasses and hats as well as water bottles or other drinks because you’ll get thirsty while sailing!
Enjoy Omani Cuisine
Omani cuisine is a mix of Arabic, Indian and African flavors. They are both spicy and savory, in fact the national dish of Oman is called “masoor dhal”. The dish consists of red lentils cooked with spices and served with rice. Omani bread (khubz) is another favorite food item that is served with every meal in the country. If you book your Musandam tour from Dubai, then you will be well aware of these cuisine items.
Omani food tends to be spicy due to its use of chilies and other spices like cumin, coriander seed powder (dhania) or black pepper. As they are closer to the coast, you can also find plenty of seafood on menus across the country. You can see fish such as tuna or shrimp, and other fusion dishes here are fish Biryani rice cooked with spices mixed with fish pieces then baked. Musabih is another local dish. It is thinly sliced potatoes fried until crispy then topped off with eggplant slices. Which is delicious and a must-try.
Musandam Tour packages by Dolphin Musandam tours is a treat for adventure lovers and luxury travelers both. We have designed the Musandam tour packages as such that it covers every bit of Oman right from the dhow cruise to the sunset to cuisine, we have kept in mind the needs of the travelers which is why all our batches run full during the season. Experience the best with the best. So, come and be part of the family of our happy travelers, Oman is waiting for you!
