Musandam Tour from Dubai | Full-Day Khasab Dhow Cruise

Musandam dhow cruise through Khasab Oman

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About this tour

Escape Dubai for a day and experience the spectacular mountains, turquoise waters, marine life, and traditional dhow culture of Khasab, Musandam, Oman.

This Musandam tour from Dubai includes a full-day traditional Omani dhow cruise through Khor Sham, one of the most scenic coastal areas of the Musandam Peninsula. Cruise between dramatic mountains, look for dolphins, swim and snorkel in calm waters, and stop near Telegraph Island and Seebi Island.

A buffet lunch, fresh fruits, soft drinks, water, tea, and coffee are served onboard during the cruise.

Choose the travel arrangement that suits you:

Musandam Tour from Dubai – USD 105 per adult
Musandam Tour from Ras Al Khaimah – USD 98 per adult
Self-Drive Khasab Dhow Cruise – USD 49 per adult

Whether you are looking for a Musandam day trip from Dubai, a Khasab dhow cruise, or a relaxing day on the water during your UAE holiday, this package combines transportation, sightseeing, activities, and a traditional cruise into one convenient experience.

Musandam Full-Day Dhow Cruise Package

Destination: Khasab, Musandam, Oman
Duration: One Day
Cruise Duration: Approximately 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Cruise Route: Khor Sham
Cruise Type: Traditional Omani Dhow Cruise
Activities: Dolphin Watching, Swimming & Snorkelling
Island Stops: Telegraph Island & Seebi Island
Meals: Buffet Lunch & Refreshments
Transfer Options: Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah or Self-Drive

Musandam Tour from Dubai

A Musandam tour from Dubai provides an opportunity to experience Oman without arranging an overnight trip.

The journey starts early in Dubai and travels north towards the UAE–Oman border before continuing to Khasab, the main town of the Musandam Peninsula.

After arriving at Khasab Harbour, board a traditionally decorated Omani dhow and spend the day cruising through the mountainous landscape of Khor Sham.

Instead of Dubai’s city skyline, the scenery changes to rugged mountains, quiet bays, islands, turquoise waters, and remote coastal landscapes.

After approximately six hours on the water, return to Khasab Harbour and travel back across the border to Dubai.

For travelers staying in the UAE, this is one of the most convenient ways to experience a Musandam Oman tour from Dubai in a single day.

Musandam Dhow Cruise in Khasab

The highlight of the package is the Musandam dhow cruise.

Traditional dhows have been closely connected with Oman’s maritime heritage for generations. Today, these vessels provide a comfortable and atmospheric way to explore the waters surrounding Khasab.

The cruise takes you into Khor Sham, where steep rocky mountains rise around calm blue water.

Guests can relax onboard, enjoy the views, take photographs, swim, snorkel, and watch for dolphins during the journey.

Lunch and refreshments are served onboard, allowing you to spend the full cruise enjoying Musandam without having to arrange food separately.

Khasab Dhow Cruise

Khasab is the principal gateway for dhow cruises in Musandam.

Located in the northern part of the Musandam Peninsula, Khasab is surrounded by dramatic mountain and coastal scenery.

Your Khasab dhow cruise begins at Khasab Harbour at approximately 10:00 AM.

From there, the dhow enters Khor Sham for a full day of sightseeing and activities.

The combination of mountains, water, islands, traditional boats, and marine life makes the Khasab cruise very different from typical sightseeing experiences in Dubai.

Khor Sham Dhow Cruise

Khor Sham is one of the main natural highlights of the Khasab area.

The long coastal inlet is surrounded by rugged mountains and sheltered waters, creating the dramatic scenery for which Musandam is famous.

During the Khor Sham dhow cruise, guests can admire the surrounding mountains while the boat travels deeper into the inlet.

The dhow makes stops near Telegraph Island and Seebi Island, subject to sea and operational conditions.

These stops provide opportunities for swimming and snorkelling.

Dolphin Watching in Musandam

One of the most popular experiences during a Musandam dhow cruise is looking for dolphins.

Dolphins are regularly encountered in the waters around Khasab, and there may be opportunities to observe them swimming near the dhow.

Watching dolphins against the mountain scenery of Musandam can be one of the most memorable moments of the trip.

However, dolphins are wild animals in their natural habitat, so dolphin sightings cannot be guaranteed.

Telegraph Island

Telegraph Island is one of the best-known landmarks visited during Khasab dhow cruises.

The small rocky island is located within Khor Sham and is associated with the nineteenth-century telegraph route that connected Britain with India.

Today, the waters surrounding Telegraph Island are a popular stopping point for dhow cruises.

Depending on conditions, guests can swim, snorkel, or simply remain onboard and enjoy the surrounding mountain scenery.

Seebi Island

The cruise also includes a stop near Seebi Island.

Surrounded by clear water and the rugged landscape of Musandam, the area provides another scenic location for swimming and snorkelling.

Guests who prefer not to enter the water can relax onboard and enjoy the views.

Swimming & Snorkelling in Musandam

Swimming and snorkelling opportunities are included during the cruise.

The dhow stops at suitable locations where guests can enter the water and explore the marine environment.

The package includes:

Snorkelling equipment
Life jackets
Towels

Guests who do not want to swim or snorkel can remain onboard throughout the cruise.

All water activities depend on weather, sea, and safety conditions.

Buffet Lunch & Refreshments Onboard

A buffet lunch is included during the full-day dhow cruise.

Guests are also provided with:

Welcome drink
Fresh fruits
Unlimited soft drinks
Water
Tea
Coffee

Refreshments are available during the journey, making it easy to spend the entire cruise relaxing and enjoying the scenery.

Musandam Tour from Dubai Itinerary

6:00–6:30 AM – Pickup from Dubai

Pickup is arranged from your location in Dubai.

Depart towards the UAE–Oman border and Musandam.

Around 8:30 AM – UAE–Oman Border Crossing

Arrive at the border and complete UAE exit and Oman entry formalities.

Processing times vary according to traffic, nationality, documentation, and immigration procedures.

Around 9:30 AM – Arrival at Khasab Harbour

Arrive at Khasab Harbour and prepare to board the traditional dhow.

10:00 AM – Full-Day Musandam Dhow Cruise

Depart from Khasab Harbour and begin the Khor Sham dhow cruise.

During the cruise, activities include:

Scenic cruising through Khor Sham
Opportunity for dolphin watching
Telegraph Island stop
Seebi Island stop
Swimming
Snorkelling
Buffet lunch
Fresh fruits
Tea and coffee
Unlimited water and soft drinks
Relaxing onboard
Photography

4:00 PM – Return to Khasab Harbour

Complete the dhow cruise and return to Khasab Harbour.

Around 5:00 PM – Border Crossing

Travel back towards the UAE and complete the required border formalities.

Approximately 7:00 PM – Dubai Drop-Off

Return to Dubai and receive drop-off.

All timings are approximate. Actual timings can vary because of traffic, border processing, weather, sea conditions, and operational requirements.

Musandam Tour from Dubai Price

Choose from three package options depending on where you are staying and whether you prefer transfers or self-driving.

Travel Option	Adult	Child 5–10 Years
Self-Drive to Khasab	USD 49	USD 30
Transfer from Ras Al Khaimah	USD 98	USD 60
Transfer from Dubai	USD 105	USD 65

Children below 5 years: Free of charge
Guests aged 11 years and above: Adult rate applies
Single-guest booking: Additional USD 17
Rates: Per person

Musandam Tour Package from Dubai – What’s Included?

The Musandam tour package from Dubai includes:

Full-day traditional Omani dhow cruise
Cruise through Khor Sham
Welcome drink onboard
Buffet lunch
Fresh fruits
Unlimited soft drinks
Water
Tea and coffee
Swimming opportunities
Snorkelling opportunities
Snorkelling equipment
Life jackets
Towels
Stop near Telegraph Island
Stop near Seebi Island
Opportunity to observe dolphins and other marine life
Two-way Dubai–Khasab transportation when Dubai transfer is selected
Two-way Ras Al Khaimah–Khasab transportation when RAK transfer is selected

What’s Not Included?

The following are not included unless specifically stated in your booking:

UAE exit fee
Oman visa or entry fee, where applicable
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Optional activities
Additional meals or services
Vehicle-related border expenses for self-drive guests
Any service not mentioned under Package Inclusions

Musandam Tour from Ras Al Khaimah

Guests staying in Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) can book the same Khasab dhow cruise with return transportation from RAK.

Ras Al Khaimah Pickup

Pickup is generally scheduled between:

7:00 AM and 7:30 AM

Travel from Ras Al Khaimah towards the UAE–Oman border and continue to Khasab Harbour.

After the full-day dhow cruise, return transportation to Ras Al Khaimah is included.

Ras Al Khaimah Package Price

Adult: USD 98
Child 5–10 years: USD 60
Below 5 years: Free

This option is particularly convenient for travelers staying at hotels and resorts in Ras Al Khaimah who want to experience Musandam without driving themselves.

Self-Drive Khasab Dhow Cruise

Travelers who prefer to drive independently can book the cruise-only package and travel directly to Khasab.

Self-Drive Price

Adult: USD 49
Child 5–10 years: USD 30
Below 5 years: Free

Self-driving provides additional flexibility, but guests are responsible for ensuring that their personal and vehicle documents meet current UAE–Oman border requirements.

Allow sufficient time for immigration procedures so that you arrive at Khasab Harbour before departure.

Important UAE–Oman Border Information

Musandam is part of the Sultanate of Oman.

Guests traveling from Dubai or Ras Al Khaimah to Khasab therefore cross an international border between the United Arab Emirates and Oman.

Every traveler must ensure that they meet the immigration requirements for:

Exiting the UAE
Entering Oman
Re-entering the UAE after the tour

Border and visa regulations depend on nationality, passport, UAE residency status, visa category, and current immigration rules.

Passport Requirements

Every guest must carry their original passport.

Guests should ensure that their passport and relevant UAE residency documents have sufficient validity for international travel and border crossing.

According to the package requirements, passports and UAE residence visas should have more than 90 days’ validity.

However, travelers remain responsible for checking the latest immigration requirements applicable to their individual nationality and visa status before booking.

UAE Exit Fee

The UAE exit fee of AED 35 per person is not included in the package price.

This must be paid separately where applicable.

Oman Visa for Musandam

Oman visa requirements depend on the traveler’s:

Nationality
Passport
UAE/GCC residency
Profession or residency category
Existing visa status
Current Oman immigration regulations

An Oman visa or entry fee may apply.

Guests should verify their eligibility and applicable charges before traveling.

Do not assume that the same visa requirement or fee applies to every traveler.

UAE Single-Entry Visa Holders

Travelers visiting the UAE on a single-entry visa should verify their re-entry eligibility before booking a Musandam tour.

Leaving the UAE can affect a single-entry visa and may mean that a new UAE visa is required to return.

This should be confirmed before travel.

UAE Dependent Visa Holders

Travelers holding dependent UAE residence visas should confirm whether sponsor-related requirements apply to their situation before crossing into Oman.

Immigration requirements can vary depending on the traveler’s residency circumstances.

Requirements for Self-Drive Guests

Guests driving from the UAE to Khasab should confirm all vehicle requirements before departure.

The vehicle should have:

Valid registration
Insurance valid for Oman
Required original vehicle documents
Any necessary authorization

Oman Vehicle Insurance

If your existing insurance does not provide coverage in Oman, additional Oman vehicle insurance may be required.

Confirm insurance requirements before departure.

Rental Vehicles

If traveling in a rental car, check with the rental company before booking.

You may need an NOC (No Objection Certificate) or other written authorization confirming that the vehicle is permitted to enter Oman.

Not all UAE rental vehicles are allowed to cross into Oman.

Bank-Financed Vehicles

Vehicles financed through a bank may require additional authorization or a clearance certificate.

Check with the finance provider in advance.

Vehicle Owner

The registered owner should normally be present when crossing the border unless the driver carries valid authorization that meets current border requirements.

What to Bring on Your Musandam Dhow Cruise

We recommend bringing:

Original passport
UAE residence documentation, where applicable
Swimwear
Change of clothes
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Hat or cap
Comfortable footwear
Personal medication
Camera or smartphone
Waterproof phone pouch
Small day bag
Cash or card for border fees and personal expenses

Towels, life jackets, and snorkelling equipment are included.

Who Should Book This Musandam Tour?

The full-day Musandam tour from Dubai is suitable for:

Couples
Families
Groups of friends
Dubai tourists
UAE residents
Ras Al Khaimah visitors
Nature lovers
Photographers
Swimming and snorkelling enthusiasts
Travelers looking for an Oman day trip from the UAE

Families with young children can join, but parents should consider the early departure, border crossing, and overall length of the day.

Why Book a Musandam Day Trip from Dubai?

A Musandam day trip from Dubai offers a completely different landscape without requiring an overnight stay.

Within the same day, visitors can leave Dubai’s urban environment and experience:

Oman’s mountainous Musandam Peninsula
Traditional dhow cruising
Khor Sham
Khasab
Telegraph Island
Seebi Island
Dolphin watching opportunities
Swimming
Snorkelling
Mountain and sea views
Buffet lunch onboard

With transportation included in the Dubai package, travelers do not need to arrange their own vehicle for the journey.

Dubai Transfer, RAK Transfer or Self-Drive?

Choose Dubai Transfer If:

You are staying in Dubai
You do not want to drive to Oman
You want return transportation included
You prefer a complete day-trip package

Price: USD 105 per adult

Choose Ras Al Khaimah Transfer If:

You are staying in RAK
You want transportation to Khasab included
You prefer not to manage the cross-border drive yourself

Price: USD 98 per adult

Choose Self-Drive If:

You have an eligible vehicle
Your vehicle has the required Oman insurance/documentation
You are comfortable crossing the border independently
You want flexibility before or after the cruise

Price: USD 49 per adult

Book Your Musandam Tour from Dubai

Experience one of the most spectacular coastal landscapes of the Arabian Peninsula on a Musandam tour from Dubai.

Travel to Khasab, board a traditional Omani dhow, and spend the day cruising through Khor Sham surrounded by mountains and turquoise water.

Swim and snorkel near the islands, enjoy a buffet lunch onboard, relax on the dhow, and watch for dolphins along the way.

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