AED 850
Solo traveller
One night on the water, two days in the fjords
The overnight dhow cruise is the centrepiece of the Musandam tour range from Dubai. The full day on the water plus the night on the fjord is the experience that guests consistently describe as the reason they came. If you want to add the mountain dimension on day two, the overnight dhow combined with the Jebel Harim mountain safari continues into the following morning with a 4WD ascent to 1,784 metres. Guests travelling from Abu Dhabi can book the overnight dhow from Abu Dhabi with a direct transfer, minimum 4 guests.
Overnight dhow cruise prices per person
| Group size | Price per person | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Solo traveller | AED 850 | Full day cruise, overnight half board |
| 2 persons | AED 550 | Full day cruise, overnight half board |
| 3 to 10 persons | AED 500 | Full day cruise, overnight half board |
| 11 persons and above | AED 450 | Full day cruise, overnight half board |
Not included: Dubai return transfer (ask us for the sharing
rate). Oman border crossing fee, AED 85 per passport. Kayaking available on request at a
supplement. Children 5 to 11 pay 60 per cent of excursion cost. Under 5s travel free on
excursions; border fee still applies.
From Abu Dhabi? The direct
overnight dhow from Abu Dhabi includes the Abu Dhabi return transfer, from AED
900 per person for groups of 4 to 10.
Which overnight suits your group
| Overnight dhow (this) | Overnight dhow plus mountain | Beach camping overnight | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | Approx 30 hours, 1 night | Approx 36 hours, 1 night | Approx 18 hours, 1 night |
| Sleep | Dhow deck, mattresses provided | Dhow deck, mattresses provided | Beach tent, remote location |
| Day 2 activity | Breakfast, morning swim, return | Half day Jebel Harim safari, 1,784m | Morning on the beach, speedboat return |
| Best for | The fjord night, best value overnight | Both the sea and the mountain in one trip | Remote beach, no road access |
| Price from | AED 500 per person | AED 750 per person | AED 450 per person |
Two days, hour by hour
Pickup from Dubai hotel. Confirm your address at the time of booking.
Tibat border crossing into Oman. Passports required, AED 85 per person.
Board the traditional dhow at Khasab harbour.
Spinner dolphins at the Khor Sham entrance, first bend after leaving harbour.
Anchor at Telegraph Island. Snorkelling, swimming, lunch served on board.
Deeper into Khor Sham. Kayaks available on request. Soft drinks and fruit.
Dhow anchors in the Sham 2 bay. Evening swim. Mountain faces change colour.
BBQ dinner on deck. Fresh fish, grills, Arabic coffee and dates.
Sleep on deck on a mattress with pillow and blanket. Milky Way visible October to March.
Breakfast served on the dhow. Morning swim in the fjord.
Return cruise to Khasab harbour.
Optional: add a half day mountain safari or city tour before the 16:00 transfer.
Transfer departs Khasab for Dubai. Arrives Dubai around 19:30 to 20:00.
What is and is not included
Included
- Full day dhow cruise through Khor Sham fjord
- Overnight on the dhow with mattress, pillow and blanket
- Spinner dolphins at the fjord entrance
- Snorkelling and swimming at Telegraph Island
- Lunch, soft drinks and fruit during the day
- BBQ dinner cooked on deck
- Breakfast the following morning
- English-speaking guide on board
- Life jackets
Not included
- Dubai return transfer (ask us for the sharing rate)
- Oman border crossing fee, AED 85 per passport
- Kayaking, available on request at supplement
- Alcohol
- Travel insurance
Practical information
Passports: Every guest needs an original passport with at least 60 days remaining. Emirates ID is not accepted at Tibat. Send a copy to us at least 72 hours before travel. Children need their own passport.
Pickup timing: The sharing transfer departs Dubai 06:00 to 06:30. This is fixed. The return from Khasab departs at 16:00 on day two. Give us your hotel address when you enquire.
Sleeping on deck: The dhow anchors in a sheltered fjord bay. Conditions are calm. Mattresses, pillows and blankets are provided. The deck is clean timber. Guests sleep in their clothes or bring light sleepwear. A small bag is sufficient; do not bring a large suitcase.
Cancellations: No charge more than 5 days before. 50 per cent within 2 days. Full charge within 12 hours or no-show.
Questions
AED 850 per person for a solo guest, AED 550 for 2 guests, AED 500 for 3 to 10 guests, and AED 450 for 11 or more. Half board (dinner and breakfast) is included. The Dubai return transfer and the Oman border crossing fee of AED 85 per passport are not included.
On the open deck of the dhow, on a mattress with a pillow and blanket. The dhow anchors overnight in the Sham 2 bay inside Khor Sham. There is no cabin unless you upgrade to the Rubba luxury yacht. The deck is sheltered from wind by the fjord walls. Most guests sleep on deck from around 21:00 to 06:30.
Yes. Musandam is part of Oman and you cross the Tibat border. The Oman visa is issued on arrival at the border. The fee is AED 85 per passport: AED 35 UAE exit fee and OMR 5 Oman entry visa. Passports with at least 60 days remaining are required. Emirates ID alone is not accepted.
Yes. The overnight dhow from Abu Dhabi uses a direct transfer from your Abu Dhabi hotel. Minimum 4 guests. From AED 900 per person including the Abu Dhabi return transfer.
Yes. Children aged 5 to 11 pay 60 per cent of the excursion cost. Under 5s travel free on excursions, though the Oman border fee still applies per passport. Life jackets are provided and mandatory while the dhow moves. The fjord bay where the dhow anchors overnight is calm, with no open-sea exposure.
Last updated 5 August 2026
Enquire about the overnight dhow cruise
Tell us your travel date, your Dubai hotel address, and the number of guests. We will confirm the tour and the 06:00 pickup point.
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