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Written By Arabiers Digital & Reviewed by Robeena Brown
26 February 2026 | 13 Min Read
Musandam trip packages can be considered one of the most exciting and delightful getaways from the busy cities of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). You can witness the amazing fjord-like khors, crystal-clear water, and rocky cliffs, as well as marine beings like dolphins there. The culture of Musandam, an exclave of Oman, differs from that of the UAE’s megacities, and the isolated fishing villages there have a very slow-paced lifestyle.
If you are a stranger to the Musandam or an amateur traveler reading this article, you will have a sufficient understanding about the Musandam, how to select a suitable trip package there, etc. Arabiers Travel Agency, the best travel agency in the UAE, also provides Musandam tour packages. In this article, we will explain the details of Musandam tour packages
You should select Musandam as a travel destination for several reasons. In this section, we explain the main reasons listed below.
Natural Beauty of the Area: Musandam is an area with a unique natural beauty. It is widely called the “Norway of Arabia” due to the existence of fjord-like Khor structures. And it has crystal-clear seawater and beautiful marine and land animals like dolphins, etc.
Water-related Activities: Travelers can engage in the water-related activities in the area. The examples for such activities are snorkeling, swimming, dolphin sightings, kayaking, riding banana boats, etc.
Easy Access from UAE: Within a few hours, you can reach this area from the UAE’s megacities like Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah.
Unique Cultural Experience: In this area, you can enjoy the distinct culture of this Omani exclave, particularly in isolated fishing villages. The lifestyle of the people flowing here is slow-paced and distinct from the culture of urban areas.
Musandam trip package types are different from one another due to the duration, facilities, activities, etc. If you want to select a suitable Musandam trip package, you should be aware of the various Musandam travel package types, etc. Below, we are explaining the various types of Musandam travel packages.
This is most suitable for first-time travelers/amateur travelers, as well as travelers who have extremely limited time space and want a short break. This takes around 10—12 hours.
Typically these day tour packages include the following activities and scenarios.
In the dhow cruise activities, you can enter the fjord-like inlets, or khors, and get memorable experiences.
These types of packages are good for nature lovers, couples, environmental photographers, and anyone who likes to have calm and quiet overnight stays in Musandam. If you select this type of package, you can stay around two nights here.
These types of packages include the following activities and scenarios.
You can see the fjord sunrises and sunsets there, and it will be a lifetime memory. You can watch the stars of the Arabian sky and have a leisurely time and reflect about your life journey while escaping from typical day-to-day life.
Arabiers also offer Khasab dhow cruises and overnight in rubba.
This is a wonderful option for couples, groups, etc., who seek unique and customized Musandam trips and can afford the financial side of a luxury journey. In this type of package, travelers must spend a relatively higher amount of money than the other two types of travel packages we already discussed here earlier.
Features of this type of travel package include:
In this type of travel package, you can get a luxury service from the crew of the yacht or dhow cruise and can celebrate birthdays and anniversaries while traveling through giant khors.
Apart from that, some travel packages include mountain safaris, Khasab city tours, etc., to get more terrestrial experiences also without limiting to the dhow cruises, etc.
Arabiers also offers a yacht experience named Khasab Overnight in a luxury yacht. And also some other packages with terrestrial experiences, such as the Khasab overnight dhow cruise and half-day mountain safari package.
The prices of various types of Musandam trip packages are different and vary from each other. So, it is difficult to mention exact prices. However, we can suggest some approximate values for the per-person charges of various types of Musandam trip packages.
| Package Type | Approximate Cost per Person |
| Standard Day Cruise | AED 220 – AED 330 ($60-$90) |
| Deluxe Day Tour (with better meals & transport) | AED 330 – AED 341 ($90-$100 |
| Private Day Charter | AED 1616 – AED 3305 ($400-$900 |
| Cruise Type | Typical Cost per Person |
| Shared Cabin (Budget) | AED 551 – AED 808 ($150–$220) |
| Deluxe Cabin | AED 845 – AED 1,286 (($230–$350)) |
| Private Cabin / Luxury Cruise | AED 1,469 ($400) |
| Private Day Charter | AED 1,836 – AED 5,509 ($500–$1,500) |
| Multi-Day Luxury Cruise | AED 2,938 – AED 7,345 ($800–$2,000) |
The above-mentioned prices can fluctuate due to various factors, including the season, weather/climate matters, etc. Additionally, the socioeconomic situations in Oman and the UAE are impacting the pricing mechanisms.
The best time to visit Musandam is from October to April. In this season, the area has very mild temperatures fluctuating between 20 and 30 degrees Celsius. And the sea is calm, providing a better atmosphere for dhow ships for their navigation through fjord-like khors. This weather is well matched for outdoor water activities like swimming and snorkeling. And this is excellent for mountain safaris, Khasab city tours, etc., too.
If you are not strong enough to tolerate the heat, you should not come in the season between May and September, the summer period. The period from May to September is typically considered off-season.
If you are a UAE resident, most packages include Omani border fees. You should have a valid passport, and some nationalities can get an on-arrival visa at the Omani border.
If you are an international traveler, you should check whether your nationality can enter Oman without having a visa or can get an on-arrival visa.
You should check these visa and travel requirements before booking your package.
The following things can be categorized as the essentials for your Musandam trip.
However, to get the captions of underwater if you are diving, underwater cameras are useful. If you want to get a proper view of dolphins, binoculars can be useful. And if you are having some issues like motion sickness, etc., you should bring related medicines.
Selecting a suitable Musandam tour package is not that easy, and it is a bit of a complicated task. But, if you want a better experience, selecting a good plan is necessary. When you are selecting a suitable operator and package, you should better focus on the following factors.
Day trips are cost-efficient; however, overnight stays pave the way to have more deeply relaxed experiences.
You should check whether foods and beverages, transport, border fees, snorkeling equipment, life jackets, etc., are included in the package.
You should consider the Google reviews, etc., related to the tour operators and how previous visitors/consumers rated them. More positive quotes usually mean the tour agency is good.
If the group is smaller, the experience can have more personal touch.
Budget is one of the most important factors. However, a small budget means you may have fewer facilities, or the quality of the facilities is low.
It depends on your nationality. Before booking a travel package, you should check it with the travel agency as well as related embassies.
Yes, of course. Most packages will include those facilities.
The simple answer is “yes.”
Yes, but when they are snorkeling and swimming, you should monitor and look after them.
The October to April period is better to sight dolphins as the sea is calm in the period.