15 Boat Trips in Muscat, Reviewed

1.Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 332 reviews · 2 hours · from $28Our pick

Review of Muscat’s $28 dolphin watching boat tour, with coastal views, friendly guides, practical tips, wildlife odds, and honest drawbacks.

“We had the most wonderful time on our dolphin-watching boat tour! Sabir, our captain and guide, was absolutely kind, knowledgeable and attentive throughout the entire trip. His passion for the ocean and wildlife made the experience even more special. Not only did we get to see dolphins up close, but we were also lucky enough to spot turtles, a crab, and even a stingray! It truly felt like a magical glimpse into the underwater world. The whole experience was peaceful, exciting, and unforgettable. If you’re considering booking, don’t hesitate!”

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2.Omani Dhow Coastal and Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 198 reviews · 2 hours · from $60

Cruise Muscat’s coast aboard a traditional dhow, with Omani coffee, dates, forts, palaces, and a sunset over the sea.

“The sunset cruise in Muscat is an absolute must-do. A perfect blend of calm see-wind, stunning coastal views, and that signature Omani sunset that resets your whole mood. The service on board and from a bus driver (to the harbour) was excellent and the atmosphere felt genuinely magical. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting Muscat.”

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3.Cruise-Tour Excursion Muscat city tour half day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 107 reviews · from $58Top rated

See Muscat’s Grand Mosque, Mutrah Souq, Al-Alam Palace, and forts on a practical half-day cruise excursion with guide and transport.

“service was provided with passionate spirit from a person who wanted to show best of oman and its citizens in the best possible way.Guide took me and my daughter to sultan qabos mosque and gave us optimal description about its compoRead more”

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4.Dimaniyat Islands Boat Trip with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 87 reviews · 4 hours · from $85

Review of the Dimaniyat Islands snorkeling trip from Al-Seeb, with turtles, coral, snacks, practical tips, price advice, and FAQs.

“Great tour. The tour guides and captain were really friendly and knowledgeable and took us to the most amazing snorkelling spots. Snacks and drinks were provided. Would 100% recommend.”

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5.Dolphin Watching Boat Trip with Snacks & Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 65 reviews · from $60

Review of Muscat’s 2-hour dolphin boat trip, with coastal views, snacks, hotel pickup, local guides, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“The provider was very flexible regarding a pickup outside of the usual pickup zone. Nice tour, very friendly guide and driver and a great memory of watching large groups of dolphins.”

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6.Omani Traditional Dhow Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 53 reviews · 2 hours · from $70

Review of Muscat’s $70 Omani dhow sunset cruise, with coastal views, palace photo stops, refreshments, practical tips, and honest value advice.

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7.Omani Traditional Dhow Cruise: Sunset and Muscat Coastal View

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · from $70

Cruise Muscat’s coast at sunset on a traditional dhow, passing forts, palaces, and Al Bustan Palace with coffee, dates, and pickup.

“We booked this without really being sure what to expect. The port is a bit of a way out from Muscat, and around the headland from Matrah. The boat is a beautiful old Dhow, and it really feels like a different pace of life compared to the city. Read more”

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10.Dolphin Watching Boat Amazing Trip

★★★★★★★★★★3.1 · 18 reviews · 2 hours · from $28

Review of Muscat’s two-hour dolphin boat trip, with pricing, timing, safety, transport, refreshments, reviews, and practical booking advice.

“Why was I asked for more money than advertised. Someone tried to speak to me privately and asked for money. I had no idea where meeting point. Very unorganised! I will not recommend this service to anyone, highly disappointing. I hope you are investigated”

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11.Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Cruise Experience in Muscat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $75

Review of Muscat’s 3-hour dolphin-watching and snorkeling cruise, with Bander Khairan, turtles, costs, logistics, and practical tips.

“My husband, a couple of friends and I went on Star 2 today and it was absolutely amazing Captain Aziz and Captain Andrew were great; hospitable, kind, friendly and always were always smiling! We started off the day by spotting a whale Read more”

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12.Evening Sunset Dhow Cruise Tour – Muscat

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 15 reviews · from $93

Review of Muscat’s sunset dhow cruise, with coastal views, palace landmarks, hotel pickup, onboard drinks, pricing, and practical booking advice.

“Relaxing and interesting and the crew were lovely. Saw the striking scenery of muscat in a very different wat.”

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13.Dimaniyat Island Tour on Glass Bottom Boat (Muscat)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $120

Explore Muscat’s Dimaniyat Islands by fast glass-bottom boat for snorkeling, sea turtles, dolphins, coral reefs, and white sand beaches.

“Nice boat tour with friendly staff and modern equipment. Due to the design of the boat, you cannot get as close to the shore of some islands, but it's not an issue, especially if you prefer to stay in the water to snorkel. It would be helpful to haRead more”

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14.Coastal & Sunset Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 10 reviews · 1 hour · from $39

Review of Muscat’s one-hour sunset boat trip, with Gulf of Oman views, transport, refreshments, safety details, value, and booking advice.

“The organizer decided to go ahead with this cruise despite very bad weather conditions, strong winds, and large waves. The barge rocked in all directions; it wasn't pleasant at all. At one point, I felt like throwing up. I got a lump in my head too. I was nauseous and dizzy all evening after the trip. How can they organize a cruise in such conditions? It's simply outrageous! If I had known these conditions existed, I would never have boarded the ship.”

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15.Sunset Dhow Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · 2 hours · from $85

Review of Muscat’s 2-hour sunset dhow cruise, with Sultan Palace views, hotel pickup, kahwa, dates, pricing, and practical booking advice.

“Very organized logistics, smooth pickup and return by Mr Said from the hotel, friendly professional and attentive Dhow crew even in the windy sea conditions. If there's a mini Majlis on the dhow for dinner, that would make an already great service to top notch. Price also fairly reasonable per person.”

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