From Muscat: Dimaniyat Islands Snorkeling Tour
ID: GYG281977-490282
Category:
Country: Oman
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Enjoy a scenic boat ride from Muscat to the UNESCO-protected Dimaniyat Islands. Swim with and marvel at the marine life and beautiful corals. Snorkel in two different locations, and stay refreshed with an included lunch box, soft drinks, and water.
Discover one of the jewels of Oman, the Dimaniyat Islands, on a boat tour from Muscat. Snorkel in a beautiful, UNESCO-protected nature reserve and admire the abundant sea life.
Begin your day with pickup anywhere in Muscat before the Al Seeb area and transfer to the marina for the 70-kilometer (43.5-mile) journey northwest to the Dimaniyat Islands. Onboard, enjoy the scenic views of Muscat and the coastline, as well as unlimited soft drinks and water.
Once at the Dimaniyat Islands, explore the nature reserve and stop in two different places for snorkeling. Keep your eyes peeled for sea turtles, corals, and, if you're lucky, sharks, eels, and dolphins. Have the chance to find Nemos (clownfish) and see other different species of colored fish, too.
Highlights
- Snorkel off the Dimaniyat Islands, one of the most beautiful nature reserves in Oman
- Explore several kinds of rare coral reefs up-close in a UNESCO-protected natural site
- Swim among many large turtles, many of which lay their eggs on the islands
- Be on the lookout for other amazing marine life, such as sharks, eels, and dolphins
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Pickup time is around 8 AM but can vary depending upon your hotel location, cruise ship arrival time, or flight arrival time
• You will receive an email after your booking with confirmation of your pickup time so, if possible, please confirm your pickup location and cruise ship/flight arrival time during booking
• Please show up on time at your pickup point
• The trip is subject to cancelation for weather conditions without prior notice
• The tour is operated every Saturday and Wednesday from October 1 until the end of April
• Sunglasses and sunscreen are recommended
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Pickup is available at Muscat hotels, Muscat Airport (please provide flight details), and Muscat Harbor (for shore excursion sea cruise passengers, please provide your ship name). Pickup time varies depending upon your hotel location, cruise ship arrival time, or flight arrival time. You will receive an email after your booking confirmation with your pickup time and details so, if possible, please confirm your pickup point during booking. Please show up on time at your pickup point. An extra supplement of $15 per person applies for pickup from the Al Seeb are; otherwise, you can go to any place before Al Seeb for pickup without extra charge.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
