Sea turtles under the stars
On this two-day coastal journey, you will discover the seafaring heritage of Sur and one of nature’s most moving sights: green turtles coming ashore at night to lay their eggs on the beach of Ras al Jinz. On the way, we stop at Bimmah Sinkhole and Wadi Shab, two of the coast’s most beautiful natural sites.
Highlights
- Guided turtle watching at the Ras al Jinz Turtle Reserve
- Traditional dhow shipyard and the lagoon of Sur
- Swim at Bimmah Sinkhole and visit Wadi Shab
- Seasonal chance to see hatchlings racing to the sea
What’s included
- Private vehicle with driver-guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Muscat
- 1 night accommodation near Ras al Jinz or in Sur
- Turtle reserve guided tour ticket
- Breakfast
Not included
- Lunch and dinner
Good to know
- Turtle tours are limited and must be booked in advance
- No flash or torches are allowed during the turtle viewing
- Peak nesting season: June to October; hatchlings mostly August to November
Learn more about Sur & Ras al Jinz.
Itinerary
Day 1
- 08:00 – Pick-up from your hotel in Muscat.
- 09:30 – Bimmah Sinkhole, then Wadi Shab (hike and swim).
- 15:00 – Sur: dhow shipyard, Al Ayjah and the lighthouse viewpoint.
- 17:30 – Check in near Ras al Jinz, dinner (own expense).
- 21:00 – Night turtle watching with a reserve guide.
Day 2
- Optional dawn tour to see turtles or hatchlings, then breakfast.
- 09:00 – Drive back to Muscat along the coast, arriving around 13:00.
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- Photo: Dr. Thomas Liptak / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
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- Photo: Francesco Bini / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
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- Photo: Kim Kash / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 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.
