Khasab Musandam Mountain Safari
The Khasab Musandam mountain safari to Jebel Al Harim is a private 4×4 safari through the mountains above Khasab. Khor Najd viewpoint, the 2,087 meter summit, fossils 50 million years old and the Bedouin village of Sayh.
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🚐 Departs from Khasab Oman
🔄 Free Cancellation, 48 Hrs Shared · 07 Days Private
From AED 700 Per Vehicle
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Season
Oct to Mid May
Solo Friendly
Yes
Tour Type
Private
Duration
03:00 Hrs
Reporting Time
09:30 am, 01:30 pm
Meeting Point
Khasab Oman
The Musandam Mountain Safari trades the coastline for the mountains above Khasab, Oman. A private 4×4 climbs past fossils exposed on the slopes of Jebel Al Harim, past the Khor Najd viewpoint, and into Bait Al Qufl, the house of locks cut into the rock centuries ago.
The Details
Tour Overview
🗺️ Tour Activities
✓ Khor Najd viewpoint at top only
✓ Bait Al Qufl (House of Locks)
✓ Wadi As Sayh Bedouin village, 1,100m
✓ Jebel Al Harim summit at 2,087m
✓ Fossil viewing at the summit
✅ What’s Included
✓ Private 4×4 vehicle (up to 5 guests)
✓ English speaking guide and driver
✓ Soft drinks, water and juices
✓ Free pickup and drop anywhere in Khasab Oman
❌ Not Included
✗ UAE exit fee, AED 35 per person
✗ Oman visa fee, AED 50 per person, if required.
✗ Travel insurance
The Difference
Into The Mountains Above Khasab
The Musandam Mountain Safari is a private 4×4 route through the peaks above Khasab, Oman. The road climbs from the coast to Khor Najd, the only bay in Musandam reachable by road, then continues up to Jebel Al Harim, the Mountain of Women and the highest point in the Musandam Peninsula at 2,087 meters above sea level.
The limestone at the summit holds marine fossils dating back 50 million years. Shells, coral, and the remains of ancient sea creatures are pressed into the rock face at this altitude. Wadi As Sayh, a Bedouin village still inhabited today, sits at 1,100 meters on a plateau between the summit and the coast.
The round trip takes three hours. Morning departure at 9:30 AM returns to Khasab by 12:30 PM. Afternoon departure at 1:30 PM returns by 4:30 PM.
Hour By Hour
Khasab Musandam Mountain Safari Itinerary
Departure and Itinerary
Morning safari departs 09:30 am from Khasab and returns 12:30 pm. Afternoon departs 1:30 pm and returns 4:30 pm. The itinerary below follows the morning schedule. Afternoon departure follows the same route and activities starting 04 hours later.
09:30 AM — Departure from Khasab
Your guide and driver collect you from your hotel or the agreed meeting point in Khasab. The 4x4 heads straight into the mountains. The coast disappears behind you within minutes.
09:45 AM — Khor Najd Viewpoint
The road climbs to a ridge above Khor Najd, the only bay in Musandam accessible by road. The inlet sits far below, surrounded by bare rock on all sides. Most groups spend around 20 minutes here for photos before moving on.
10:15 AM — Bait Al Qufl
The house of locks, built from stone and clay with a sunken floor almost two meters deep. Once used to store grains and dates, it shows how earlier generations of Omanis adapted these mountains to storage and daily life long before modern conveniences reached the region.
10:45 AM — Wadi As Sayh Bedouin Village
The route drops into Wadi As Sayh, a Bedouin village sitting on a plateau at 1,100 meters above sea level. The village is still inhabited. Goats move freely between the stone houses. The setting is unlike anything on the coast.
11:15 AM — Jebel Al Harim Summit
The 4x4 reaches the summit of Jebel Al Harim, translated as the Mountain of Women, the highest point in the Musandam Peninsula at 2,087 meters. On a clear morning the views extend across the full peninsula
11:30 AM — Fossil Viewing at the Summit
The limestone at the summit contains marine fossils dating back 50 million years. Shells, coral and sea creatures are visible in the rock face at 2,087 meters above sea level. Your guide explains how a seabed ended up at the highest point in Musandam.
12:30 PM — Return to Khasab
After the fossil viewing, the 4x4 heads back toward Khasab. The view looks totally different when you are descending. The drive drops you at your hotel or the given location in Khasab Oman.
Real Stories
What Our Guests Say
Booked an all inclusive Dubai to Musandam day trip, would highly recommend. Great communication from start to finish, picked us up from where we were staying. Assistance provided with border crossing. Dhow boat trip was amazing, seen lots of dolphins, had a wonderful lunch and snorkeled in beautiful turquoise waters. All at a very reasonably priced.
Jennifer Kerrisk - UK
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My friend and I chose to do a day trip from Dubai and this was perfect! we had an amazing experience with the driver and hosts they settled and handled everything for us, including direct hotel pick up and border crossing. We saw dolphins multiple times and got to snorkel at two beautiful Islands. This company is really 10/10 on everything from booking to the tour itself.
Alya Rasyiqah - Singapore
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We had such a great time today on the Musandam trip. Rehan organised everything perfectly. Our taxi driver, Zakeen, was excellent and drove us safely and comfortably. On the boat, Captain Mohar and Kumar were incredible – they took amazing care of us from start to finish. From the fishing to the food, every detail was handled with so much attention and kindness.
Xarius Gander - UK
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FAQs
Khasab Musandam Mountain Safari FAQs
Where does the safari depart and is hotel pickup included?
The safari departs from Khasab at 09:30. Hotel pickup is included at no extra cost, guests can be collected from any hotel in Khasab town or from the port area.
How many people can be adjusted in one mountain vehicle?
The standard private 4×4 accommodates up to 5 guests. For groups larger than 5 we arrange additional vehicles. Contact us with your group size and we confirm availability and pricing accordingly.
Is the mountain safari suitable for all ages/health conditions?
No, the Mountain Safari is not suitable for young children, pregnant guests, guests with back or heart conditions, or elderly guests, due to the off road 4×4 terrain.
What refreshments are provided during the mountain safari?
Soft drinks, water and juices are provided throughout the tour. No lunch is served as the safari is a half day tour.
What happens if the tour is cancelled due to bad weather or sea conditions?
If we cancel the tour due to unsafe sea conditions you receive a full refund within 7 days. You also have the option to reschedule to any available date at no extra charge. We monitor conditions 24 hours before departure and notify all guests by WhatsApp if there is any change to the schedule.
Still Have Questions?
Before You Travel
Border Requirements
🛂 Documents Validity
✓ Passport: Minimum 3 months validity from travel date.
✓ Emirates ID: UAE residents, minimum 90 days validity. Required for some nationalities.
✓ Multiple passports: If you have multiple passports, bring all at border.
✓ Original documents only, no photocopies accepted.
⛔ Visa Restrictions Full requirements are in our Musandam visa requirements guide.
✗ Single entry visa holders not permitted (some nationalities).
✗ Visa in process, pending status or cancelled not accepted.
✗ Dependent visa holders must be accompanied by their sponsor.
✓ We confirm your visa eligibility at the time of booking.
🚗 Vehicle Requirements
✓ Vehicle registration card (Mulkiya) and owner required at the border.
✓ Car insurance for Oman is required. Available at the border, around 100 AED.
✗ Rented vehicles require a NOC from the rental company to cross the border.
✗ Bank financed or mortgaged vehicles are not allowed to cross the border.
Good To Know
Important Information
About This Tour
Difficulty — Not suitable for pregnant guests or guests with heart conditions. Most of the tour is vehicle time, so elderly guests and young children are fine
☀️ Best Season — October to Mid May
🚐 Vehicle — Private 4×4, exclusive to your group
👥 Other Guests — None, the vehicle is private, not shared with other groups
What To Bring
🛂️ Passport (original)
🪪 Emirates ID (UAE residents)
👟 Comfortable shoes for walking
☀️ Sun protection
😎 Sunglasses and hat
🎒 Small backpack
No Surprises
Booking and Cancellation
✓A 50% deposit is required to confirm your booking. Without deposit booking cannot be confirmed.
✓Cancellations made 48 hours or more before departure receive a full refund within 7 days.
✓Cancellations within 48 hours of departure are non-refundable. The deposit cannot be used towards a future booking
✓ Weather cancellation: full refund within 7 days or free reschedule according to available dates.
Weekend departures fill up quickly. Book a few days ahead if you’re planning a Saturday or Sunday trip.
Explore Khor Najd, Jebel Al Harim and Fossils at 2,087 Meters
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