Khasab
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Dolphin
Khasab is the state capital of Musandam, and trading business with neighboring country such as Iran and UAE is very active there.
It is a splendid Oman territory though Khasab is drawn from an Oman mainland like the isolated island.
However, it closely connects with UAE in economy, and UAE Dirhams is used as a daily currency.
Musandam is a fjord in the Middle East with an unusual spectacle view, and it is well known touristic place for European people.
Musandam is a must see place.
It is easily accessible by car from Dubai , also possible to fly from Muscat.
It is connected by a modern road network, and it takes about three hours from Dubai by car.
How to get to
From Muscat
It takes 1 hour and 45 minutes by air. (Four flights a week）
From Dubai （UAE)
It takes 3 hours by car.
From Ras Al Khaimah (UAE)
It takes 1 hour and 30 minutes by car.
From Diba (UAE)
The tourist can't pass check point.
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Area Highlights
Sim Gulf （Fjord）
The dhow tour departs from the port at 9:00 AM and 1:30 PM.
It is possible to reserve it at Golden tulip hotel and the main hotels.
If you are lucky, you might be able to see a school of dolphins!
It is possible to reserve it at Golden tulip hotel and the main hotels.
If you are lucky, you might be able to see a school of dolphins!
Mountain tour
Musabdam is a peculiar mountainous region in Oman. However, 4WD is necessary.
How about seeing grand mountains where dynamic fjord is created?
How about seeing grand mountains where dynamic fjord is created?
Khasab Castle
KhasabCastle a picturesque stronghold situated on the inner cove of Khasab Bay, was built in the 17 th Century by Portuguese invaders seeking dominion over regional maritime trade.
Contained within its low, crenellated walls is a massive central tower which is thought to pre-date the castle itself.
9:00 - 16:00 (Sa - Th） 8:00 - 11:00 (Fr)
Fee： Free
Contained within its low, crenellated walls is a massive central tower which is thought to pre-date the castle itself.
9:00 - 16:00 (Sa - Th） 8:00 - 11:00 (Fr)Fee： Free
Kumzar
It is necessary to charter the fishing boat to Kumzar.
It costs about 30 Rials for round trip.
The speed boat takes 45 minutes to Kumzar with speed of 100 Km/h or more.
It costs about 30 Rials for round trip.
The speed boat takes 45 minutes to Kumzar with speed of 100 Km/h or more.
Photo Album
Khasab 1
Khasab 2
Sim Gulf 1
Sim Gulf 2
Sim Gulf 3
Sim Gulf 4
Sim Gulf 5
Hajir Salam 1
Wadi Al Bih 1
Wadi Al Bih 2
Wadi Al Bih 3
Ar Rawdah 1
