Oman, one of the oldest civilisations on the Arabian Peninsula, is an exciting destination for a family adventure, offering a great climate and beautiful beaches.
- Take a thrilling 4WD trip in the desert
- Sleep under the stars in a Bedouin camp
- Go dolphin watching
- Snorkel in warm tropical waters
- Cool off in a refreshing wadi
This activity holiday in Oman has so much to offer families, with beautiful mountain scenery, sweeping wadis, vast deserts and historic forts. Go dolphin watching and snorkelling, swim to hidden caves and look for turtles at Sur Beach (seasonal).
Try sand boarding in the desert before making a splash in the waterpools of Wadi Bani Khalid. You can also walk part of the Balcony Walk at Jebel Shams.
Typical Itinerary
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Day 1: Depart UK
Depart the UK on an overnight flight to Muscat.
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Day 2: Arrive Muscat, afternoon city tour
After a few hours to rest at the hotel and enjoy lunch, head out on a city tour this afternoon of Oman’s capital, Muscat. -
Day 3: Dolphin watching tour and explore Jebel Akhdal
Enjoy a 3-hour boat trip along the coast on a dolphin watching tour before snorkelling the clear waters, home to beautiful corals and tropical fish.
Next, head inland towards Oman’s ‘green mountain’ of Jebal Akhdar. Walk through the rose and fruit plantations, visit the abandoned village of Wadi Bani Habib and enjoy a picnic lunch at Diana’s View overlooking the terraced farming villages, which we visit in the afternoon before travelling back down to our hotel in Nizwa.
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Day 4: Jebel Shams hike (Oman’s Grand Canyon)
Take the balcony trail along the mountain edge to another abandoned village and on to a small lake. Enjoy breaktaking views of the canyon and set off in 4WD vehicles down the mountain, stopping to meet the people of Nakhr village and see goat hair carpets being woven and dyed, then return to Nizwa.
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Day 5: Nizwa Fort & Wahiba Sharqiyah
Explore Nizwa, the former capital of Oman and long regarded as the cultural capital and heart of Oman. Visit the immense 17th century fort, the nearby atmospheric souks and the rest of the city and surrounding areas before setting off for the rolling red dunes of the Wahiba Sands. Climb a dune to watch the sunset and enjoy a night of traditional Bedouin hospitality in a Bedouin tent.
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Day 6: Wadi Bani Khalid & Sur
Free time to enjoy the sand dunes before transferring to Wadi Bani Khalid for a short hike and some swimming. This afternoon transfer to your Hotel in Sur.
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Day 7: Free time in Sur & visit to turtle nesting site
This morning and this afternoon are left free to you enjoy some leisure time in Sur. This evening after an early dinner visit a turtle nesting site to spot turtles.
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Day 8: Fly back to the UK
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Days 8-11 : OPTIONAL EXTENSION: Musandam
You can extend this trip with a stay in Musandam: Fly to Khasab, visit the fort and cave painting at Qadah and enjoy a dhow cruise through the ‘Fjords of Musandum’. Please contact us for prices and more information.
Duration and Guide Prices
- Age Guide: 10+
- Itinerary Type: Small Group Holiday Tailor-made can be arranged
When To Go
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What’s Included
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Activities
- Boat trip
- Camping
- City tour
- Desert safari
- Hiking
- Snorkelling
- Swimming
- Wildlife watching
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Accommodation
Hotels x 6 nights, Bedouin desert camp x 1 night -
Meals
7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 5 dinners
Tailored for You
A private departure or tailor-made holiday can also be arranged to suit your requirements. Contact our experts today.
Next Steps
Departures
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Our small group holidays require a minimum number of participants to operate. Most of our holidays are also available on a private basis or can be tailored to meet your requirements.
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Year | Starts | Ends | Adult price, excluding flights, from | Child price, excluding flights, from | Holiday Status | Options |
* Guaranteed: this holiday is available to book and has reached a minimum number of participants, so is guaranteed to run. ** On Request: we may be able to offer places on this holiday, please contact us for further information. *** Fully Booked: if your preferred holiday is full we may be able to offer you a private departure or tailor a holiday to suit your requirements, please contact us for more details. | ||||||
2024 | 31 Mar | 6 Apr | £1,625 | £945 | Guaranteed* | Book or Enquire |
2024 | 7 Apr | 13 Apr | £1,725 | £995 | On Request** | or Enquire |
2024 | 26 May | 1 Jun | £1,575 | £925 | Available | Book or Enquire |
2024 | 20 Oct | 26 Oct | £1,575 | £925 | Available | Book or Enquire |
2024 | 27 Oct | 2 Nov | £1,575 | £925 | Available | Book or Enquire |
2024 | 22 Dec | 28 Dec | £1,725 | £995 | Available | Book or Enquire |
2025 | 16 Feb | 22 Feb | £1,595 | £975 | Available | Book or Enquire |
2025 | 6 Apr | 12 Apr | £1,595 | £975 | Available | Book or Enquire |
2025 | 13 Apr | 19 Apr | £1,595 | £975 | Available | Book or Enquire |
2025 | 25 May | 31 May | £1,595 | £975 | Available | Book or Enquire |
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