Sail the Norway of Arabia
Discover Musandam’s spectacular fjords on a full-day cruise from Khasab aboard a traditional wooden dhow. Relax on cushions on deck as the boat glides between steep mountains rising straight out of the sea. Dolphins often join the boat, and there are stops for swimming and snorkeling in clear, calm water.
Highlights
- Cruise through Khor Ash Sham, the largest fjord in Musandam
- Watch dolphins playing around the dhow
- Stop at Telegraph Island
- Swimming and snorkeling in turquoise bays
- See remote fishing villages reachable only by sea
What’s included
- Full-day shared or private dhow cruise from Khasab
- Lunch on board, tea, coffee, soft drinks and fruit
- Snorkeling equipment
- Transfer from your hotel in Khasab
Not included
- Flights between Muscat and Khasab (we can help you book)
- Accommodation in Khasab (available on request)
Good to know
- Duration: about 7 hours (09:00 to 16:00)
- Can be combined with a 4×4 mountain trip to Jebel Harim for a 2- or 3-day Musandam package
- If you travel by road through the UAE, check visa rules in advance
Learn more about Musandam.
Itinerary
- 08:30 – Pick-up from your hotel in Khasab and transfer to the harbour.
- 09:00 – Dhow departure into Khor Ash Sham, with dolphin watching.
- 11:00 – Telegraph Island and a swimming and snorkeling stop.
- 12:30 – Lunch on board.
- 14:00 – Second swimming stop in a quiet bay.
- 16:00 – Return to Khasab harbour.
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- Photo: Robert Haandrikman / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0
Price
Price on request. Every tour is private and tailored to your group, so the price depends on group size, dates and pick-up location. Send a request below or message us on WhatsApp and we will reply with a quote, usually within a few hours.
