Musandam Khasab Tour From Dubai
Musandam Khasab Tour From Dubai starts at your doorstep, crosses the border, and winds through the coast and mountains to Khasab port, where dolphins meet the boat before snorkeling and lunch on deck.
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🚐 Pickup From Dubai, Sharjah, RAK
🔄 Free Cancellation and rebooking
AED 535 Per Person
💳 Book Now, Pay Later
Season
Oct to Mid May
Solo Friendly
Yes
Tour Type
Shared
Duration
14:00 Hrs
Dubai Departure
06:00 am
Pickup From
Dubai, Sharjah, RAK
The Musandam Khasab tour from Dubai is a shared dhow cruise through Musandam’s sheltered fjords, with two snorkeling stops at Telegraph Island and Seebi Island. The UAE to Oman border crossing is handled by the tour team, so guests cross without arranging any paperwork themselves.
The Details
Tour Overview
🗺️ Tour Activities
✓ Full day dhow cruise, 06 hours
✓ Dolphin watching while cruising
✓ Telegraph and Seebi Island
✓ View of fishing villages
✓ Snorkeling and swimming
✓ Kayaking to explore more
✓ Bluetooth enabled music system
✅ What’s Included
✓ Door to door pickup from Dubai
✓ Border crossing handled by driver
✓ UAE exit fee included
✓ Snorkeling gear and life jackets
✓ Water, soft drinks, coffee and tea
✓ Fruits, apples, bananas and oranges
✓ Cushions and carpets on deck
✓ Toilet and shower facility on board
❌ Not Included
✗ Oman visa fee, AED 50 per person, if required
✗ Personal expenses
✗ Travel insurance
The Difference
A Day In The Musandam Fjords
The drive from Dubai heads north through Ras Al Khaimah to the Al Dara border. Our team handles the paperwork on both sides while you wait in the vehicle. Once across into Oman the road enters the mountains and the coastline opens up below. Khasab is around 45 minutes from the border.
At Khasab port a traditional Omani dhow is ready at the dock. The boat heads deep into Khor Sham past the fishing villages of Nadafi, Qanaha, Maqlab and Sham. Spinner dolphins and humpback dolphins are common at the fjord entrance. The first stop is Telegraph Island, named after the British relay station built here in 1864 for the first submarine telegraph cable. Seebi Island follows in the afternoon, the water here is the clearest on the route.
Hour By Hour
Musandam Khasab Tour Itinerary
06:00 AM — Pickup from Dubai
Your driver arrives at your door. Exact pickup time and location confirmed the night before on WhatsApp. Sharjah guests are collected around 06:50 AM and RAK guests around 07:30 AM.
08:30 AM — Al Dara Border Crossing
The UAE to Oman border at Al Dara is where most first-time visitors get nervous, but you don't have to. Our team handles the paperwork and visa process on both sides. Follow the instructions of the border team to make it easier.
09:30 AM — Board the Dhow at Khasab Port
Your dhow and crew are ready at Khasab port. Step aboard and enjoy Arabic coffee, tea, fresh fruits and soft drinks as the crew prepares to depart.
10:00 AM — Into the Khasab Fjords
The dhow leaves Khasab port and heads into Khor Sham. The mountains rise on both sides as the boat moves deeper into the fjord. En route the dhow passes the fishing villages of Nadafi, Qanaha, Maqlab and Sham, small communities accessible only by boat.
10:45 AM — Dolphins
Spinner dolphins and humpback dolphins are both common in these waters. The crew cuts the engine when they appear and most groups see them at close range. The boat waits before continuing deeper into the fjord.
12:00 PM — Telegraph Island
The dhow anchors at Telegraph Island where British engineers built a relay station for the first submarine telegraph cable. Snorkeling gear and kayaks are provided for guests who want a closer look at the coral and reef fish around the island.
01:00 PM — Lunch on Deck
As the dhow leaves Telegraph Island lunch comes out. Green salad, hummus, Arabic bread, biryani rice, white rice, chicken curry, beef potato curry, fried chicken, fried fish, vegetable gravy and dal fry, with unlimited soft drinks and water. The boat moves toward Seebi Island while you eat.
01:30 PM — Seebi Island
The afternoon swim stop. The water here is calm and shallow close to shore. Most guests swim, snorkel or simply float before the boat turns back toward Khasab port.
04:00 PM — Return to Khasab Port
The dhow turns back toward port. The Al Dara border crossing back into the UAE takes around the same time as the morning crossing. Our team handles everything.
07:30 PM — Back at Your Door
You are dropped at the same point you were collected from in the morning. The day is done and the only thing you had to manage was showing up on time.
Real Stories
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
Musandam Khasab Tour From Dubai
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
Musandam Khasab Tour From Dubai
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
Musandam Khasab Tour From Dubai
FAQs
Musandam Khasab Tour FAQs
What time is pickup from Dubai, Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah?
Pickup from Dubai starts at 06:00 AM from fixed locations including Deira City Centre, Spinneys Bur Juman and Hotel Grand Al Qusais. Sharjah guests are collected around 06:50 AM from King Faisal Mosque and Safari Mall. RAK pickup is around 07:30 AM from Sheikh Khalifa Hospital Exit 119. Your exact pickup time and location are confirmed the night before on WhatsApp.
How many guests are on the boat and how far ahead should I book?
Boat size varies by day, our fleet includes vessels for 15, 30 and 60 guests, and the exact boat is confirmed the morning of departure based on total bookings. Weekend departures tend to fill up quickly, so booking a few days ahead is recommended if you’re planning a Saturday or Sunday trip.
Is this tour suitable for non-swimmers and children?
Yes, this tour is suitable for all ages and non-swimmers are welcome. Life jackets are provided for all water activities and you are not required to swim or snorkel to enjoy the day. The dhow has shaded seating on deck throughout. Children enjoy the banana boat, kayaking and fishing as much as the adults. Please mention the ages of children when booking so the crew can prepare the right equipment.
What food and refreshments are included?
Arabic coffee, tea, fresh fruits and soft drinks are served from the moment you board the dhow. Lunch is served on deck at 01:00 PM: green salad, hummus, Arabic bread, biryani rice, white rice, chicken curry, beef potato curry, fried chicken, fried fish, vegetable gravy and dal fry. Unlimited soft drinks and water are available throughout the day.
Can I join with a single entry UAE visa or visa in process?
Single entry UAE visa holders are not permitted to cross the Al Dara border into Oman for most nationalities. Guests with a visa in process, pending or cancelled status are also not permitted. Dependent visa holders must be accompanied by their sponsor. We confirm your visa eligibility at the time of booking. WhatsApp us before paying the deposit if you are unsure. Full requirements are listed in our Musandam visa requirements guide.
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
✗ 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.
📤 Document Submission
✓ Send a copy of passport and EID 24 to 48 hours before departure
✓ Submit via WhatsApp, email, or a shareable link
✓ Required to register your group with UAE border control
✓ Guests without documents submitted will not be allowed
Good To Know
Important Information
About This Tour
🌊 Difficulty, moderate, suitable for all ages
☀️ Best season, October to Mid May
🚐 Shared tour and dhow cruise
👥 Other guests on board
⛴ Boat assigned according to bookings
What To Bring
🛂️ Passport (original)
🪪 Emirates ID (UAE residents)
🩳 Swimming clothes
☀️ Sun protection
🎒 Small bag for valuables
No Surprises
Booking and Cancellation
✓ A 50% deposit is required to confirm your booking. Without deposit booking cannot be confirmed.
✓ Shared tours: cancellations made 48 hours or more before departure receive a full refund within 7 days.
✓ Private tours: cancellations made 07 days or more before departure receive a full refund within 7 days.
✓ Cancellations inside those windows 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.
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