Muscat: Sunset Dhow Cruise Along Oman’s Historic Coast Dhow Sunset Cruise – Muscat Hotel Pickup
ID: GYG1505138-O-2299025
Category:
Country: Oman
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Sail along Muscat's coastline on a traditional Omani dhow at sunset. Enjoy views of Al Alam Palace, Old Muscat, and Muttrah Corniche, and choose between a meeting point or hotel pickup.
Experience the beauty of Muscat’s coastline at sunset aboard a traditional Omani dhow. This relaxing 2-hour cruise offers a different perspective of the city, combining the calm waters of the Gulf of Oman with views of Muscat’s historic coastline.
The tour begins at Marina Bandar Al Rowdha and usually operates between approximately 4:30 PM and 6:30 PM, depending on the season and sunset time. After the cruise, you will return to the same marina.
As you sail along the coast, enjoy panoramic views of some of Muscat’s most notable coastal sights, including Al Alam Palace, the traditional seaside villages of Al Hamriya and Sidab, the historic area of Old Muscat, and the vibrant Muttrah Corniche. The cruise provides a peaceful opportunity to admire the city from the water while enjoying the changing colors of the sky as the sun sets over the horizon.
Choose the option that suits you best:
1. Group Tour with Meeting Point Pickup
Meet your guide at Marina Bandar Al Rowdha, the starting point of the cruise. After the 2-hour sunset dhow cruise, you will return to the same marina.
2. Group Tour with Hotel Pickup
Enjoy convenient pickup from your hotel in Muscat before heading to Marina Bandar Al Rowdha. After the cruise, you will be returned to the same Muscat hotel.
Highlights
- Sail along Muscat's coastline on a traditional Omani dhow at sunset
- Admire views of Al Alam Palace, Old Muscat, and Muttrah Corniche
- Choose between a meeting point or hotel pickup for added convenience
- Sip on traditional Omani coffee and enjoy dates as you cruise
- Relax on board and watch the city transform as daylight fades
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour operates between approximately 4:30 PM and 6:30 PM, depending on the season and sunset time
The start point and pickup time depend on the option you select
Please note: The tour may be cancelled due to unfavorable weather or sea conditions. In such cases, we will notify you one day before the tour. If the cruise is cancelled, you will receive a full refund
INCLUDED
- 2-hour sunset dhow cruise
- Water
- Traditional Omani coffee
- Omani dates
- Life jackets
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Muscat City (if option selected)
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 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.
