Khasab Musandam Beach Camping
Khasab Musandam beach camping brings you closer to the fjords than any hotel can. Dhow cruise by day, campfire and stars by night, breakfast at Saif Al Ghareeb at sunrise.
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📍 Morning and Evening Departures
🔄 Free Cancellation, 48 Hrs Shared · 07 Days Private
From AED 450 Per Person
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Season
Oct to Early May
Solo Friendly
No
Tour Type
Shared
Duration
23:00 Hrs
Reporting Time
09:30 am, 04:30 pm
Meeting Point
Khasab Port
The Khasab Musandam Beach Camping trip pairs a full day dhow cruise with an overnight stay at Saif Al Ghareeb, a beach reachable only by boat near Khasab, Oman, with Jebel Al Harim visible in the distance from the sea and the port. Most of the day is spent cruising the fjords of Khor Sham, then a speed boat carries guests to a camp already set up on the sand. Dinner follows by firelight, and breakfast comes the next morning at sunrise.
The Details
Tour Overview
🗺️ Tour Activities
✓ Full day dhow cruise, 06 hours
✓ Dolphin watching while cruising
✓ Telegraph Island snorkeling
✓ Seebi Island snorkeling
✓ View of fishing villages
✓ Kayaking around the Islands
✓ Volleyball and badminton
✓ Music and play cards
✓ BBQ and campfire
✓ Morning hike option (without guide)
✅ What’s Included
✓ Towels, snorkeling gear, life jackets
✓ Toilet and shower on boat and camp
✓ Tents, mattresses, blankets, pillows
✓ Chairs and dining tables
✓ Traditionally decorated Majlis
✓ Campfire, music and lighting
✓ BBQ dinner on the beach at sunset
✓ Breakfast on the beach at sunrise
✓ Water, coffee, tea and fruits
✓ English and Arabic speaking crew
❌ Not Included
✗ UAE exit fee, AED 35 per person
✗ Oman visa fee, AED 50 per person, if required
✗ Personal expenses
✗ Travel insurance
The Difference
A Night In Khasab Musandam Beach Camping
The day begins on the water and ends under the stars at Saif Al Ghareeb, a small beach with no road in, facing the Gulf of Oman, with Jebel Al Harim visible in the distance.
At 10:00 AM the dhow leaves Khasab port into Khor Sham, passing the fishing villages of Nadafi, Qanaha, Maqlab, Seeb and Sham, reachable only by boat. Telegraph Island and Seebi Island are the two snorkeling stops.
In the afternoon a speed boat carries guests to the beach, where the crew has already pitched tents and laid out sleeping mats, blankets and pillows. Chairs, dining tables and a decorated Majlis are ready on arrival. As the sun drops behind the mountains, campfire, music and lighting come on. Dinner is a beach BBQ at sunset. Breakfast follows the next morning as the sun comes up.
Hour By Hour
Khasab Musandam Beach Camping Itinerary
Departure and Itinerary
Morning departure: 10:00 AM from Khasab port, returns 9:00 AM next day. Evening departure: 5:00 PM from Khasab port, returns 4:00 PM next day. The itinerary below follows the morning schedule. Evening departure follows the same route and activities starting 7 hours later.
09:30 AM — Dockside at Khasab Port
Your dhow and crew are ready at the dock. Board when you arrive, get settled on deck and the crew serves Arabic coffee, tea, fresh fruits and soft drinks while the boat 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, Seeb 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.
12:30 PM — Telegraph Island
The dhow anchors at Telegraph Island, named after the British relay station built here in 1864 as part of the first submarine telegraph cable linking Britain to India. The stone ruins are still visible above the waterline. Below the surface, the water is shallow and clear enough to see butterfly fish, groupers and coral formations without diving. Snorkeling gear and kayaks go in the water here, and this is usually the longer of the two swim stops.
01:00 PM — Lunch on Deck
As the dhow pulls away from Telegraph Island, lunch comes out on deck, fried chicken, lentil curry, mixed vegetable curry, rice, Arabic bread, hummus and salad, with soft drinks and water throughout. Most guests eat while the boat is already moving toward Seebi Island, and enjoy the views of Musandam fjords.
02:00 PM — Seebi Island
Seebi Island sits further along Khor Sham, and the water here tends to be calmer and clearer than at Telegraph Island, with more visible coral and a noticeably higher concentration of fish. It's a shorter stop than the morning one, but many guests find the visibility better, making it worth the second swim even after Telegraph Island.
04:00 PM — Speed Boat Transfer to Beach
Guests transfer from the dhow onto a speed boat for the run to Saif Al Ghareeb, a beach with no road access at all, tucked beneath Jebel Al Harim and facing the open Gulf of Oman. The transfer takes a fraction of the time the dhow would, and it's the only way in or out of this particular stretch of coastline.
06:30 PM — Campfire and Evening Setup
As the sun drops behind the mountains, the crew lights the campfire and sets up music and lighting around the camp. This is typically when the beach empties of daylight activity and the evening slows down.
07:00 PM — BBQ Dinner on the Beach
BBQ dinner is served on the beach including chicken kebab, grilled fish, rice, fried chicken, beef kebab, and fresh salad. After the dinner guests gather around the campfire and enjoy music. Guests sleep in tents pitched directly on the sand. All sleeping arrangements are provided to enjoy a night in beach campsite.
07:00 AM — Breakfast at Sunrise
Breakfast is served on the beach as the sun comes up over the water, with the mountains still catching the early light behind the camp. It includes boiled eggs, jam, Nutella, bread, bottled juices, coffee and tea.
09:00 AM — Return or Join the Cruise
Guests who joined the morning departure return to Khasab port by speed boat at 9:00 AM, ending the trip. Guests who joined the evening departure return by joining the day's full dhow cruise instead, retracing the route through Khor Sham, the dolphins, Telegraph Island, lunch, and Seebi Island, before returning to Khasab port by 4:00 PM.
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 Beach Camping FAQs
What is the name of the beach and where it is?
The beach is called Saif Al Ghareeb. It has no road access, so a boat is the only way in or out. It sits near Khasab, Oman, facing the Gulf of Oman, with Jebel Al Harim visible in the distance from the water.
Can I book solo, or is there a minimum group size?
Yes, solo travelers can join as long as other guests have already booked the same date. Since this is a shared cruise, we need a minimum of 2 guests confirmed before a departure can run, if you’re the only person booked for a date, we’ll hold off confirming until at least one more guest joins, or offer you an alternative date.
What arrangements are provided on the campsite?
Tents are provided, along with bedding and mattresses, so you don’t need to bring your own. Standard tents sleep 2 people from the same group. Single occupancy tents can be arranged depending on availability. Toilet and shower facilities are available at the campsite.
Is this tour suitable for non-swimmers and children?
Yes, this tour is suitable for both non-swimmers and children. Life jackets are provided for anyone who wants to spend time in the water, so swimming ability isn’t required to join the snorkeling stops. Beach Camping is suitable for all ages, though since this is tent camping with no rooms or air conditioned cabins, we recommend guests with heart conditions, back pain, or those on regular medication consider this before booking.
What food and refreshments are included?
Lunch is served on the boat during the cruise, and dinner and breakfast are served at the campsite. Fresh fruits, coffee, tea, and soft drinks are provided throughout the trip.
What happens if the trip is cancelled due to bad weather or sea conditions?
If the trip is cancelled due to unsafe weather or sea conditions, you receive a full refund within 7 days, or you can reschedule to any available date at no extra charge. We monitor conditions ahead of departure and notify guests by WhatsApp if there’s any change to the plan.
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, moderate, suitable for all ages
☀️ Best season, October to Early May
⛺ Shared dhow cruise and campsite
🏕️ All food and camping pre-arranged
⛴ 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.
✓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.
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