Oman is one of the most beautiful countries in the eastern region, open to visitors. Located on the southeastern edge of the Arabian Peninsula and bordered by the Arabian Sea and the Gulf of Oman, the country is renowned for its rich history and diverse nature, featuring Arabian horses, dromedaries, wild asses, turtles, the Oryx antelope, and frankincense trees.
The time zone if GMT+4, and the climate is subtropical and dry.
Oman is also well-know for its oasis irrigation system, Jebel Akhdar, fortresses, mosques, stream valleys, and traditional Arabian sailing ships known as dhows.
The high season, from October to May, offers activities such as hiking, biking, and excursions. The warm months, from May to September, provide opportunities for indoor, water, and evening activities, as well as whale shark watching from January to March.
ROUTE POWERED BY PHOENIX YACHTS
| Day | Port |
| 1 | Khasab |
| 2 | Musandam Peninsula |
| 3 | Six Senses Zinghy Bay |
| 4 | Sohar |
| 5 | Sur |
| 6 | Ad Dimaniyat Islands |
| 7 | Muscat |
DAY 1 – KHASAB
“Oman overall has great animal and plant biodiversity: it has mountains, desert, coastal areas and rich coral reefs.”
Embark on a crossing to the Musandam Peninsula. Here, the desert flatlands of Ras-Al-Khaimah, the northernmost of the seven United Arab Emirates, give way to a dramatic mountainous landscape interspersed by a labyrinthine succession of coves, bays, and inlets. This is a land of desert fjords that can ever bit as magnificent as its Nordic counterpart.
DAY 2 – MUSANDAM PENINSULA
You will not find a trace of skyscrapers on Musandam. The only heights within sight are the walls of barren rock that enclose the pristine, warm waters of the Khor ash Sham inlet.
The Musandam Peninsula, at the northeastern tip of the Arabian Peninsula, has sometimes been compared to Norway.
It is a perfect place for hiking, ideal for photoshoots, and offers opportunities to use all the watertoys available onboard. An ideal spot for snorkelling and swimming.
DAY 3 – SIX SENSES ZINGY BAY
Unlike anywhere else, this Musandam resort is set between craggy mountains on one side and a long sandy beach on the other remote yet easily accessible, and tied to tradition yet offering every comfort.
Six Senses Zingy Bay offers guests:
- Spa with two Arabic style hammams, an ice cave, a menu of skin purifying and soul-soothing treatments, outdoor yogaa with great sunrise views, and indoor gym, or outdoor workouts in the jungle gym.
- Microlight: Take to the skies above Zighy Bay in one of the world’s most maneuverable aircraft.
- Sabatyn: Watch the sun sink over the Grand Canyon of the Musandam’s dramatic mountainscape.
- Paragliding: Make a unique entrance by arriving at the resort by paraglide.
Dinner will be at SHUA SHACK – an authentic Arabic dining experience. Dine under Bedouin tents on the beach, family-style evenings begin with local organic salad, followed by mezze and lamb prepared in the underground sand-pit oven.
DAY 4 – SOHAR
Sohar, a former Islamic port town and an ancient capital of Oman, has also been identified as the mythological birthplace of Sinbad the Sailor. Now, Sohar is an industrial hub due to massive development. There are many spots of outstanding beauty decorated with lush green mountains, turquoise water, golden desert, and ancient forts and museums. Interesting places to visit include:
- Sohar Fort
- Silver Jubilee Garden
- Sultan Qaboos Mosque
- Sohar Beach Corniche
- Camel Racing Track
- Al Sanger Park
DAY 5 – SUR
The best places to visit include:
“…The city of Sure is well-known for upholding its rich maritime heritage as a contributing factor to the significant Omani roles played during the maritime navigation in the past years.”
- Dhow Factory: An opportunity to observe how wooden boats were made in earlier times.
- Bilad Sur Castle: One of the grandest bastions of Wilayat, initially built to defend the town against marauding tribes. The towers offer a spectacular view of the surrounding areas.
- Sur Corniche: With a spectacular view of the wooden dhows.
- Al Ayjah Lighthouse: Situated on the highest east side point in Sur Harbour square.
- Sur Maritime Museum
- Ras Al Jinz Turtle Reserve: Houses the endangered turtle, Chelonia mydas. You may witness the miraculous nesting process of these gigantic sea creatures.
DAY 6 – AD DIMANIYAT ISLANDS
Dimaniyat Islands is a Natural Reserve protected by the Omani government since 1996 to help conserve turtles, fish, and coral reefs in the area.
Nine small islands make up this tourist hotspot, often called “the Jewel of the Middle East.” The largest of the small islands lies almost within spitting distance of the beach, a large rocky hump topped by a string of watchtowers, while the other smaller islands lie further out to sea. It’s possible to walk across the white sand to the main island.
The islands are surrounded by turquoise waters and stunning coral reefs, perfect for snorkeling and diving. There is a huge diversity of corals, Moral eels, stingrays, Zebra sharks, and turtles, as well as Whalesharks in summer.
DAY 7 – MUSCAT
Muscat, the capital city of Oman, is a picturesque and vibrant city located along the Gulf of Oman. With a rich history dating back thousands of years, the city is fascinating blend of ancient culture, modern architecture, and natural beauty.
Best places to visit:
- Mutrah Corniche: A promenade stretchin for 3 kilometers alonf the waterfront, lined with restaurants, cafes, and market. Views include the Oman Port and harbor on one side, and the beautiful rock formations of the Hajar Mountains and Portuguese watchtowers on the other. The northern end features a fish market and a dhow harbor. The eastern end is dominated by Mutrah Fort.
- Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque in Muscat. Oman’s biggest mosque with a vast area.
- Al Mirani Fort: Built by the Portuguese in the 16th century, neighboring Al Jalali Fort.