Private Tour

2-day Private Tour to Ras Al Hadd

Overview

Available languages

Arabic

English

48 hours

Mobile ticket

This beach has been proclaimed a turtle reserve. Turtles come here, especially to Ras Al Jinz beach in Wilayat Ras AlHadd, to lay an estimated number of from 6,000 to 13,000 eggs. The beach is distinguished by its spectacular bays and rock formations which are havens for large numbers of birds.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Entrance Fees

Pick up and drop off anywhere in Muscat Area

Water

Transportation 4WD Vehicle

Omani Tour Guide English Speaking

Accommodation / Hotel

Meals

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Day 1

Muscat – Bimah Sinkhole – White Sand Beach of Fins – Wadi Shab – Ras al Had

Accommodations

Overnight stay at Ras Al Hadd

Bimmah Sinkhole

We leave Muscat with a drive on the coastal road, a very scenic route perfect for photo opportunities. We stop for a visit at the Bimah Sinkhole for photos and, if you like, a swim in the blue and green water of the sinkhole.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Oman

Soon after we will visit White sands beach of Fins where you will see the gorgeous, vast white sand beaches. From Fins we will continue to Wadi Shab.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Wadi Shab

The Wadi Shab is a huge canyon gorge that has its own paradise. Filled with palm trees and other greenery, the mountain truly has character. Around 35-minute hike up through the wadi, we reach the end where we take a chance to relax and enjoy the nature of Oman. Soon after, the tour continues to Ras al Had.

5 minutes • Admission Not Included

Ras al Hadd Castle

We will quickly check-in to our hotel/camp and then make our way to the turtle sanctuary in Ras Al Jinz. At this point, the evening sky will take over and we will take a guided tour in the beautiful beach under the stars where we have a good chance of seeing Oman’s great sea turtles making their way onto the beach to build their nests and lay their eggs. If we are lucky, we may see baby turtles hatching from the eggs. Overnight stay in Ras Al Hadd

12 hours • Admission Not Included

Day 2

Ras al Hadd – Sur – Qalhat – Wadi Tiwi

Sur

After a great breakfast, we continue a sightseeing tour in Sur. Sur is one of the most important towns on the northern Omani cape. Something fascinating in Sur is one of the last Omani shipyards. We will take you to see one of the small workshops where Omani traditional boats are still made by hand.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Soon after, we will stop at the 16th Century tomb of Bibi Al Battuta in the second quarter of the 14th century.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Wadi Tiwi

On the way back to Muscat, our tour will stop in Wadi Tiwi. This wadi is especially pretty with some small villages and the large banana plantation. After this visit, we return to Muscat. NOTE: Good Hiking Shoes – We recommend you wear good sturdy hiking shoes like these for the hike to Wadi Shab. Swimwear, you can wear what makes you comfortable. Quick-Dry Towel. A small and lightweight towel like this one is the perfect thing to take to wadi tiwi.

5 hours • Admission Not Included

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