Daytrips Oman
A selection of our half- and full-day tours
Explore the natural beauty and its wildlife - from the Omani animals like camel or donkey to the Arabian Oryx and gazelle.
Balance over falaj systems, walk through rose gardens, hike up the mountains and swim in the Wadis.
Muscat
The capital city offers a modern commercial center without skyscrapers in harmony with its traditional culture. With its natural harbor, Muscat means “Anchorage” and lies in a volcanic bowl. Our tour is tailor-made and includes common highlights such as the Grand Mosque*, the Natural History Museum*, a drive along the waterfront Corniche, a visit of the Muttrah fish market as well as the colorful Souq. We proceed also for a photostop to the Royal Opera house and the magnificent Al Alam Palace which is the official palace of His Majesty Sultan, flanked by the 15th - 16th century Portugese forts Jalali & Mirani.
*closed on Friday
Sea Adventures
Experience the Sea of Oman by boat and join one of the trips for snorkeling, dolphin watching or even including a beach setup.
Batinah region
West of Muscat along the Batinah Coast, we visit the town of Barka with its famous morning fish market. We continue through the North to Wadi Al Hemli, an old village with date plantation and bee houses. Experience the famous Omani hospitality during an authentic lunch in a local family’s house. On the way back to Muscat we will pass by the ancient Al Hazm castle.
Wakan Village
We drive to Wakan which is a small and authentic village up in the mountains. Enjoy the majestic views and a walk up the stairs and through the gardens of the local agriculture. On the way back, we pass by Nakhl and drive through the date plantages to the hot springs. Afterwards we enjoy an authentic lunch at Bait Al Ghasham Museum with the atmosphere of 200 years back in time.
Muscat by Night
Join our professional guide for a ride in the Cabriolet through Muscat to experience the atmosphere of the city after sunset. You will be surprised about its beauty and enjoy a dinner as per the cuisine of your choice.
(max. 2 adults)
Sunset in the desert
The Wahiba Sands and also called Sharqiya Sands is a region of desert in Oman. The region is named after the Wahiba tribe and an area of 12,500 sqkm. The desert tour is a must when travelling to Oman and a visit at a Bedouin family provides an intimate insight into their traditional lifestyle. Experience an exciting dune drive and witness the amazing desert sunset from the top of a dune.
Optional: sunset cocktail or dinner on the way back
Al Hajjar mountains and the coast
This tour provides many interesting contrasts:
We start towards the fishing town of Quriyat and visit the 400 years old Fort before heading to the fish market where a variety of fish is traded for local consumption as well as export. From here we proceed towards the coast and visit the spectacular Bimah sinkhole which is a limestone crater with blue green water at the bottom. We then start on an adventurous route cutting through the mountains. At the end of the ride, Wadi Arabayeen awaits with its deep pools of water set among the date palms. Enjoy a picnic lunch here before we drive back to Muscat.
Jebel Akhdar
We start towards Nizwa to visit the local Souq and on Friday early morning the animal market. Afterwards we drive to the pretty village of Birkat Al Mauz where you can enjoy a walk through the lush green date plantations. A 36 km stretch of winding road takes us to Jebel Akhdar on 2,000 meters above sea level. The green jewel called “green mountain” of the Al Hajjar mountain ranges is a truly unique spot in the Arabian Peninsula. Enjoy the cool climate and the view of laid out terrace style gardens which are endowed with natural springs and aflaj. We visit old villages overlooking spectacular landscape of dramatic peaks, gorges and wadis. The roses of this place fill the air with fragrance when in full bloom (March/April).