Things to do in Musandam Khasab, Top Tourist Attractions

The Musandam Governorate is the smallest part of the Sultanate of Oman and is located at the tip of the Arabian Peninsula. The Musandam peninsula separates the Persian Gulf from the Gulf of Oman and the unique separated natural rock formation overlooks the Strait of Hormuz, which is one of the biggest waterways in the world. The other famous name given to the region is “The Norway of the East” which is attributed to it akin to the high rough rocky cliffs found in Norway. The cliffs for very beautiful fjords that are more commonly found in colder regions with glaciers. Khasab is the region’s capital and a few other small cities and townships inherent to the local fishermen exist in the region.

There is plenty of activity in and around the region with many famous tourist locations in close range. As long as you make sure to plan a long enough holiday and a pocket full of cash, you will be able to enjoy the hospitality the Musandam peninsula has to offer. Here are a few must-do activities and things to do in Khasab Musandam for your warm holiday getaway: 

Attractions in Khasab Musandam, Oman

The beauty of Musandam Oman is multiplied by a factor of a thousand when you experience it with your senses, from touching the glistening seas to sipping the cardamom coffee and smelling the frankincense. When planning a journey to Khasab Oman, you should prioritize seeing the essential must-see sights. Through this guide, you will get extensive details of Musandam Oman tourism. You can choose any of your favorite places and enjoy these holidays with lots of fun. Explore the best places to visit in Musandam for the best experiences. Visit beautiful Khasab Oman and explore culture, traditions, and lifestyle. Use the combination of the following options to plan a Musandam Oman trip. 

1. Dhow Cruise Tour

An adventurous boat ride along the coastline and beautiful Musandam Fjords charm most people up. The warm clear waters offer much to the eye with a usual Dolphin watching opportunity that never seems to stop. With Dhow cruises and other cruises offering plenty of lavish opportunities, the waters of the peninsula never fail to amaze visitors to the max. Different options for dhow cruises are available such as Half Day Khasab Dhow Cruise and Full Day Musandam Dhow Cruise.

2. Khasab Fort/Castle and City:

The historical and unique architecture of the Khasab Castle in the capital city and the beautiful Bukha Fort located 30 km away from Khasab are sites to see. You can learn a lot about the history and tradition of the region from the tour guides and take those pleasing pictures with you. Khasab fort was built by the Portuguese in the 17th century. The castle is in the center of the city opposite the Lulu Hypermarket. You will find lots of old traditional stuff. Small entry fee to visit the castle. Our city tour package option which includes a visit to Fort.

3. Mountain Safari:

Powerful vehicles can also drive up the breathtaking Musandam shorelines providing all the safari adventure you could wish for. The mountain road on the Eastern Side of the peninsula offers the most spectacular of drives but only if you are an adventure head. Faint-hearted people should avoid this one. The tall and high Jebal Hareem (Mountain Hareem) offers plenty of spectacular views and cool temperatures for you to spend as much time as you want. Make sure to get a 4WD vehicle to get there, it is at a slightly far distance from the mainland. We have a Mountain Safari trip that covers all the spectacular sightseeing in Musandam.

4. Overnight Dhow Cruise:

Overnight dhow cruise is one of the most admired attractions in the whole region. Various dhow cruises or other modern cruises and boat trips anchor their boats at locations like Telegraph Island, Seebi Island or other small Islands spread across the peninsula for some peaceful and calm overnight zen. If it is peace and quiet you're after choose Musandam Overnight Stay on Dhow Cruise. This will be a calm and quiet night overnight with B.B.Q. dinner on board.

5. Beach Camping:

Beach camping is also one of the most admired attractions in the whole region. Camping is a much-loved activity by tourists with families or singles. Various campsites are available for remote beach camping. Wild camping in Oman is legal and you can find a spot you like and set up camp. Bassa Beach is a free campsite in Khasab. We have the option of Khasab remote Beach Camping inside Musandam fjords. Our campsite has some basic facilities such as tables and chairs, toilet, lights, shower & bone fire. Delicious Barbecue Dinner at the campsite with unlimited refreshments. Tents will be provided in all sizes for adults & kids.

6. Fishing Trip:

We arrange for you some basic fishing lines & baits on the dhow/speedboat. Fishing boat tours are all about entertainment & fun. Enjoy real fishing, choose our speedboats/dhow. You can also just sit and relax on the show, we will take you to the main fishing area where you can enjoy real fishing.

7. Trekking:

Khasab Musandam offers visitors a lot of opportunities for trekking. The best time for trekking is from November to April. Trekking is the best way to enjoy the beauty of high mountains. Places for hiking are Sham Village fjords, Kumzar village mountains & some other nice places. We drop you near the trekking routes & arrange a guide upon request.

8. Kumzar Village Trip:

The far-separated villages like the Kumzar, Nadifi, Qanaha, or Seebi villages offer plenty of rich history about the Musandam Peninsula and are very warm-hearted to visitors from all over the world. Most of these villages are only accessible by boat and will offer plenty of swimming in warm waters when preferred. It is located on the Strait of Hormuz. The nature of this village is a shrine. Enjoy the shrine village of nature, and from the noise wherein meet the mountain coast, and combine the clarity of blue water with the Kumzar trip. Most villagers rely on fishing as their primary craft. Kumari has their own language called Alkmazarih combines many languages around the world Farsi, Hindi, Arabic, English, and Balouchi language.

9. Diving and Snorkeling:

Diving and snorkeling are some of the most enjoyed tourist activities in the entire region with dozens of sites offering great opportunities. Telegraph Island is known for the coral formations underwater and the colorful fish to charm up almost every mood perfectly. Dive all you want and see all the underwater activity in the crystal-clear turquoise waters of the peninsula.

Other Great Things to Do in Musandam

There are plenty of great places to stay in Khasab including hotels like the Atana Khasab or the luxurious Six Sense Zighy Bay in Dibba Musandam. Camping is a much preferred option for many people as well and getting to Khasab from anywhere in the UAE is not a problem. The road network is very reliable or you can boat your way avoiding all the visas if you are coming from a nearby state.

Khasab Sea Tours is one of the highest-rated tour packages providers on the peninsula. Our trips get you everything from Dolphin watching to camping in the calmest Islands. Services include public Dhow Cruises or Boats with comfortable seating and delicious food offerings or you can get private boats as well.