Oman · OMAN DAY TRIPS
Almost everything worth seeing here is a day’s drive from somewhere else. These 15 trips get you to the wadis, the sands and the fort towns and back by dinner, with prices, pickup times and how much of each day is spent in the car.
Review of Oman’s Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole tour from Muscat, with hiking, cave swimming, lunch, transport, costs, and practical tips.
“AbdulRehman was an amazing guide! Taking us through the hike to the waters, making sure everyone was safe. The admin also did a great job of coordinating the details and was very quick to respond. Will definitely recommend!”
Review of Oman’s Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole day tour, with hike, swimming, lunch, guide tips, costs, fitness advice, and practical details.
“It was almost 45 minutes of walk each way to the wadi which is quite tiring and then visit to sinkhole so be prepared. Abdullah was an amazing guide and was very respectful young man.”
Review of Oman’s private Wahiba Sands and Wadi Bani Khalid tour, with desert driving, Bedouin culture, swimming, costs, and practical tips.
“We thoroughly enjoyed this trip and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Oman. The private guides at Sunshine Tours are very knowledgeable and work hard to ensure you experience a wonderful day out. We loved having the combination of seeing two spectacular sights in one day - both very beautiful.”
Visit Nizwa Fort, its traditional souq, Al Hamra, Misfat Al Abriyeen, and Jebel Shams on a private day tour from Muscat.
“I have to start by saying it’s a very long day! We left the hotel at 08:00 and didn’t get back until 18:30, but it was worth every second if it! Our guide Nasr was the perfect guide for such a long day. The perfect blend of informative, friendly anRead more”
Explore Nizwa, Birkat Al Mouz, Jabreen Castle, and Bahla on a full-day Oman tour with lunch and GPS audio in five languages.
“The trip was absolutely wonderful, Naseeb tried his best to explain everything and made sure we were comfortable to ask questions. The audio in the bus was a cherry on top as we understood what and where everything was. I would defo recommend to friends.”
Review of a private Muscat to Nizwa and Jebel Akhdar tour, with fort, souq, mountain views, 4WD transport, pricing, and practical tips.
“The driver and the vehicle were excellent. Our driver/guide Ahmed showed a lot of flexibility and we visited all we wanted to, including two stops in Muscat. We had lunch at a great restaurant in the mountains. I really enjoyed the souk on Nizwa where we could try dates and local food, people were very friendly. Highly recommended!”
Hike through Wadi Shab, swim to a waterfall cave, enjoy lunch, and visit Oman’s turquoise Bimmah Sinkhole on an 8-hour tour.
“Decided to travel to Oman two days before our flight and we are glad we did. Amazed at how beautiful Oman is and how humble their people are. Wadi Shab was beautiful but we were not physically ready to trek and swim. The activity was quite rushed and we were hurrying to get to the falls. Half of the people from the group did not make it and decided to wait for those who went. Life vests must be provided for those who could not swim so they can enjoy as well. We stayed at the sinkhole for only 30 minutes. Just enough for you to go down and see…”
Cruise Khor Sham by Omani dhow, watch wild dolphins, snorkel twice, and enjoy lunch with drinks for $65 in six hours.
“Unforgettable Dolphin Boat Tour! We had an absolutely amazing experience on the dolphin boat tour today! From the moment we boarded, Moyath and Rajak made sure we felt welcomed and comfortable. We were thrilled to see so many dolphins up close, and the excitement was contagious thanks to Moyath and Rajak's enthusiasm. They went above and beyond to ensure we had a fantastic time, offering us constantly soft drinks, as well as Arabic coffee & tea. And we enjoy the lunch buffet too. They also took some nice pics of us. This tour was the highlight of our trip, and I can't recommend it enough. If you're looking for a…”
Review of Khasab’s six-hour dhow cruise, with fjord scenery, dolphin watching, snorkeling, Omani lunch, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“We do not recommend this company or will use it ever again. We enjoyed very much the beauty of Musandam, however we are disappointed by several points. First, the fact that the boat company knew the boat was going to be busy, they evRead more”
Review of Muscat’s private Wahiba Sands and Wadi Bani Khalid tour, with 4x4 desert rides, swimming, Omani culture, price, and practical tips.
“Mohammed was the perfect guide! Full of information and so friendly. He brought his country and traditions to life. We had a fantastic day visiting the desert and the beautiful hidden pools of the Wadi.”
Review of the Nizwa and Jebel Shams day trip from Muscat, covering forts, souqs, mountain views, lunch, costs, timing, and practical tips.
“Khair was extremely informative and took care to ensure that we had an enjoyable trip. It was a highlight of our visit and I would 100% recommend.”
Sail Khasab’s fjords by dhow, watch for dolphins, swim, snorkel, and enjoy lunch with hotel transfers for $56.66.
“Great family experience on the dhow, well worth the drive from Dubai! Totally recommended for families!”
Review of Muscat’s private Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole tour, with hiking, swimming, lunch, guide tips, price, and practical advice.
“We had such a wonderful experience on this tour! From the very beginning, Hamza made us feel comfortable and at ease. He was incredibly patient, attentive, and knowledgeable, which made the whole day even more enjoyable. The tour itself was everything we had hoped for and more. A special thank you to Hamza for helping me through the cave — something I would have completely avoided because of my claustrophobia. Thanks to his calm encouragement and support, I was able to enjoy an experience I never thought possible. We would absolutely do this tour again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for an unforgettable adventure!”
Review of Muscat’s private Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole tour, with swimming, canyon views, transport details, costs, and practical tips.
“Private tour. Tour guide was kind and helpful and made sure that we were safe. The hike and water have a lot of slippery areas.”
Review of Muscat’s 7-hour city tour, covering the Grand Mosque, Opera House, souq, palace, museum, transport, costs, and practical tips.
“Jamal was a great guide and explained everything about the places we visited. The Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is amazing, and we had enough time to truly appreciate it. The Royal Opera House is beautiful. I would have liked to spend more time at the National Museum — at least 20 to 30 more minutes. Overall, I highly recommend the tour.”
Pick a coast, a canyon or a fort town.
