The 15 Best Dolphin Watching Trips in Oman

Khasab: Half-Day Dhow Cruise, Dolphin Watching, & Snorkeling - Pickup in Khasab and the Short Ride to the Port

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 507 reviews · 3 hours - 210 minutes · from $37Our pick

Join Dhow Khasab Tours for a 210-minute cruise through Musandam’s fjords. Guides such as Sohel, Opu, and Syed lead dolphin watching, swimming, and snorkeling stops, while the crew provides masks, water, fruit, coffee, tea, and soft drinks.

“The boat tour was absolutely wonderful! The crew put so much heart into everything, and Mr. Sohel in particular was incredibly professional, polite, and truly attentive. We were constantly offered soft drinks and coffee, given fresh towels after swimming, and even treated to a freshwater rinse. They even provide masks and snorkels at no extra cost. The entire crew worked together to make this experience unique and unforgettable. If we return, we will definitely choose them again!”

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Muscat: Dolphin Watch & Snorkel Excursion

2.Dolphin Watch & Snorkel Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 388 reviews · 3 hours · from $52

Set out from Marina Bandar Al Rowdha with Sidab Sea Tours for dolphin watching, coastal views, and about 40 minutes of snorkeling. Captains such as Faisal, Masoom, Khalid, and Shakir help find marine life and support first-time snorkelers. Hotel transfers, gear, drinks, and snacks are available.

“Really nice trip, we saw lots of dolphins! And during snorkeling also a lot of turtles. Great trip!”

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Snorkeling at Dimaniyat Islands and Dolphin Watching

3.Snorkeling at Dimaniyat Islands and Dolphin Watching

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 347 reviews · from $87Top rated

Travel by boat from Al Seeb Port to the Dimaniyat Islands with guides such as Fahad, Fayad, or Captain Yaseen. Snorkeling gear, snacks, drinks, and an onboard restroom are included. Expect turtles and reef fish, with dolphins and whale sharks possible but never guaranteed.

“Excellent spots to see turtles and dolphins! The service was awesome and our tour guy was so kind and fun!”

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Muscat: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

4.Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 332 reviews · 2 hours · from $28Best value

Join Nobles Marine Tours for a two-hour dolphin trip from Marina Bandar Al Rowdha. Guides including Sufyan, Sabbir, and Sabir help you find Risso’s, bottlenose, spinner, and long-beaked common dolphins. Expect coastal views, a modern boat, water, juices, and the chance of turtles or snorkeling.

“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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Muscat: Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Tour

5.Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 224 reviews · 4 hours · from $90

Spend four hours exploring Muscat’s coast with an English-speaking guide and captain. Watch spinner, bottlenose, and common dolphins from the boat, then snorkel around Bandar Khiran Bay with provided equipment. Hotel pickup, bottled water, transport, and fees are included.

“It was amazing! We saw turtles and explored within the Beauty of Oman”

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Khasab: Half-Day Dhow Cruise with Dolphin Watching

6.Half-Day Dhow Cruise with Dolphin Watching

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 189 reviews · 3h 30m · from $37

Join Dolphin Khasab Tours for a 210-minute dhow cruise through Musandam’s fjords. Look for humpback and bottle-nose dolphins, pass fishing villages, swim at Telegraph Island, and enjoy fruit, cold drinks, tea, coffee, towels, and life vests.

“Super, Tour, wenig Leute auf dem Boot. Getränke und Obst frei, frisch und kalt.”

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Khasab: Dolphin Watching Day Tour with Snorkeling & Lunch

7.Dolphin Watching Day Tour with Snorkeling & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 188 reviews · 6 hours · from $65

Meet your guide at Khasab Port for a six-hour dhow cruise through Khor Sham. Watch for wild dolphins, snorkel at Telegraph Island and Sibi Island, and enjoy lunch, fruit, Arabic coffee, tea, and soft drinks on board. Guides may speak English, Hindi, Arabic, or Malayalam.

“We had an amazing day, shout out to the captain and his crew: plenty of drinks, dates and fruit, plus the lunch they prepared for us was delicious, specially the cuttlefish that the capitain fished during our first snorkelling session! great chef and guide, nice chats in a stunning scenery...and we even got to see multiple dolphins on our way back! totally recommended and would do it again. Bonus point: we were there during low season so the boat was almost private for ourselves and not many other boats around!”

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From UAE: Musandam Khasab Dolphin Watching Trip with Lunch

8.From UAE: Musandam Khasab Dolphin Watching Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 173 reviews · 1 day · from $140

You’ll cross from the UAE to Khasab, Oman, then cruise Khor Sham aboard a traditional dhow with an English or Arabic guide. Expect dolphin watching, two swim and snorkel stops, a buffet lunch, fruit, drinks, and dramatic fjord scenery. Captain Havshat has earned special praise for his friendly care on some departures.

“The day was amazing. The crew was really nice, the boat is spacious and the food is good. We saw dolphins 4 times and many fish and sea urchins while snorkelling.”

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Khasab: Khor Sham Half-Day Cruise with Snorkeling & Dolphins

9.Khor Sham Half-Day Cruise with Snorkeling & Dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 143 reviews · 4 hours · from $45

Join host Jithu or another English, Hindi, or Arabic-speaking guide for a four-hour dhow cruise through Khor Sham. Expect fjord views, wild dolphins, a swim and snorkel stop at Telegraph Island, fruit, dates, soft drinks, and pickup in Khasab.

“Very nice tour, our guide Jithu gave us wonderful information about Khasab and the Arabian Norway. We saw dolphins, snorkeled and swam at Telegraph Island. The crew was very attentive and provided us with a wide variety of drinks, fruit, and delicious dates. Thank you very much, the tour is highly recommended.”

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Oman Dolphin Watching Tours

10.Oman Dolphin Watching Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 111 reviews · from $52

Set out from Marina Bandar Al Rowdha at 10:00 am for a two-hour dolphin search with a private skipper. You may see spinner, bottlenose, common, or other dolphins, with water, soft drinks, shade, and lifejackets provided. Captains including Bilal, Talib, and Mahmood have earned especially strong praise.

“Had an amazing experience with captain Bilal - saw so many dolphins, they came really close to the boat which I wasn’t expecting! The snacks and cold drinks were appreciated too. Would highly recommend”

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Experience Dolphin watching and snorkeling in Muscat

11.Experience Dolphin watching and snorkeling in Muscat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · from $58

Set out from Marina Bandar Al Rowdha at 9:45 am with Sidab Sea Tours for dolphin watching along Muscat’s coast, followed by snorkeling at a nearby site. Expect expert guides, a maximum group of 20, hotel pickup on some bookings, and possible sightings of turtles, fish, and several dolphin species.

“Unfortunately we didn’t see dolphins, however snorkeling was good. We able to see couple of turtles. It was fun.”

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Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling

12.Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · from $86

Meet at Marina Bandar Al Rowdha for a three-hour boat trip along Muscat’s coast. Look for dolphins, then swim with provided equipment in a sheltered snorkeling spot. Captains such as Assad, Bilal, and Khalid have helped make these outings personal, and some boats include shade and a toilet.

“Very nice Captain and boat. The tour delivers what it promises. One hour of dolphin watching and another one snorkeling.”

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Muscat: Dolphin Watching Boat Trip with Snacks & Local Guide

13.Dolphin Watching Boat Trip with Snacks & Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 65 reviews · from $60

Set out from Marina Bandar al Rowdha for a two-hour dolphin-watching trip along Muscat’s coast. Your licensed captain and guide share local marine knowledge while you watch for pods near Arch Rock and Bustan Palace. Hotel pickup, snacks, soft drinks, water, and life jackets are included.

“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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Khasab: Dhow Cruise with Lunch, Dolphin Watching& Snorkeling

14.Dhow Cruise with Lunch, Dolphin Watching& Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 54 reviews · 6 hours · from $53

Spend six hours on a shared dhow cruising Musandam’s fjords, with dolphin watching, two snorkeling stops, lunch, fruit, drinks, and attentive English-speaking guides such as Sohel and Anoor. Pickup is free in Khasab and at the cruise terminal, with UAE transfers costing extra.

“Super tolle Tour von einem tollen Team. Immer wieder kleinere Stops zwischendurch, immer wieder Snacks und Getränke bekommen welche inklusive waren. Das Mittagessen hat ebenfalls geschmeckt. Sehr zu empfehlen!”

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2 Hour Dolphin Watching Experience in Muscat

15.2 Hour Dolphin Watching Experience in Muscat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 51 reviews · from $49

Join Nobles Marine Tour at 10:00 am for a two-hour boat trip along Muscat’s coast. Your crew searches for Risso’s, bottlenose, spinner, and long-beaked common dolphins, then returns you to the starting point. The boat holds up to 25 people, and sightings are possible year-round.

“Great experience overall! The guide was able to show us the best coast line for great pictures, and we were able to see a group of dolphins close to the boat.”

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