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Top 10 water & beach things to do in Muscat

Boats, beaches, and the parts of Muscat you only see from the water. Ferry rides, sunset cruises, snorkel runs, and the occasional sailing day for travellers who measure good cities by their coastline.

  1. Evening tour of Muscat's cultural highlights, Muscat1

    1. Evening tour of Muscat's cultural highlights

    5.0· 2 reviews

    Half-day evening tour — visit the Grand Mosque, Royal Opera House, Muttrah Souq, Qurum Beach, and the Corniche for sunset views and photo opportunities.

  2. Scuba diving and snorkeling trips to Daymaniyat Islands, Muscat2

    2. Scuba diving and snorkeling trips to Daymaniyat Islands

    5.0· 128 reviews· 5.5 hours

    Half-day excursions from Muscat to the Daymaniyat Islands for scuba diving and snorkeling, with a focus on safety and enjoyment.

  3. Snorkelling and kayaking day trip to Daymaniyat Islands, Muscat3

    3. Snorkelling and kayaking day trip to Daymaniyat Islands

    5.0· 48 reviews· 5 hours

    Full-day adventure from Muscat by boat — snorkelling at coral gardens, kayaking, and beach time on Daymaniyat Islands, with food and drinks included.

  1. Half-day private city tour of Muscat's top landmarks, Muscat4

    4. Half-day private city tour of Muscat's top landmarks

    5.0· 533 reviews· 4 hours

    Four hours by private car — visit Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Royal Opera House, Qurum Beach, Muttrah Souk, and enjoy Omani pastries and karak tea.

  2. Snorkeling trip to Daymaniyat Islands from Muscat, Muscat5

    5. Snorkeling trip to Daymaniyat Islands from Muscat

    4.9· 537 reviews· 5 hours

    Half-day trip — snorkeling at the Daymaniyat Islands, includes gear, snacks, and refreshments.

  3. Sunset Dhow cruise along Muscat's coastline, Muscat6

    6. Sunset Dhow cruise along Muscat's coastline

    4.8· 43 reviews· 2 hours

    Two-hour cruise at sunset — sail past Al Bustan Palace, Portuguese forts, and the Al Alam Palace while enjoying light refreshments on board.

  4. Half-day snorkeling and kayaking trip to Daymaniyat Island, Muscat7

    7. Half-day snorkeling and kayaking trip to Daymaniyat Island

    4.8· 108 reviews· 5 hours

    Four hours of snorkeling, kayaking, and dolphin watching around Daymaniyat Island, with a picnic lunch on board and expert guides throughout.

  5. Dolphin watching and snorkeling tour in Muscat, Muscat8

    8. Dolphin watching and snorkeling tour in Muscat

    4.8· 138 reviews· 3 hours

    Half-day tour by boat — dolphin watching followed by snorkeling among coral reefs with expert guides.

  6. Snorkeling trip to Daymaniat Islands, Muscat9

    9. Snorkeling trip to Daymaniat Islands

    4.7· 139 reviews· 4.5 hours

    Half-day shared tour — snorkel with turtles, coral reefs, and diverse marine life around Daymaniat Islands.

  7. Sunset cruise on a traditional Omani dhow, Muscat10

    10. Sunset cruise on a traditional Omani dhow

    3.9· 11 reviews· 2 hours

    Two hours on an Omani dhow — enjoy Arabian sunset views, local cuisine, and cultural performances along Muscat's coastline.

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