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Masirah Island
Much undeveloped with a simple infrastructure, Masirah Island offers opportunities to surf, bird watch (with over 328 species recorded) and see four species of sea turtle come ashore to lay their eggs, including the largest number of Loggerheads anywhere in the world.
Very few visitors to Oman have so far made it to Masirah. It is the latest area of the country to open up to tourism. There is still more turtles than tourists, offering plenty of unspoiled coastlines.
Found off the south-east coast of Oman, Masirah Island is reached by a one and a half-hour ferry journey from Shannah Port on the coast, south of Wahiba Sands. With the Omani Government considering flights from Muscat and developing the infrastructure on the island, Masirah Island is worth visiting now before everyone catches on!
A little more about Masirah
Masirah feels like a true ‘desert island’. Empty, golden beaches with turquoise water meet barren hills and eerie landscapes. Goats and camels forage in parched scrub and low acacia bushes. The island’s tiny town, Hilf, has a few shops and a handful of cafes and restaurants. There are some reasonable hotels and guest houses and camping on the beach is possible.
Activities on Masirah
Watersports are a key attraction, particularly kite surfing as there is always wind here, the lagoon is very shallow and the water is warm. Stand on the headland at Ras Abu Ar Rasas and the ocean pounds the shore. Wildlife is the other draw with four species of turtle nesting and the island is number one in the world for loggerheads. Uniquely, there’s a school of non-migrating humpback whales. The island is also frequented by 300 species of bird, many of them rare.
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Luxury Holiday to Oman
This holiday idea to Oman offers high levels of exclusivity that would suit a honeymoon couple or families who enjoy meticulous planning and bespoke services. Stay in the best accommodation, sail to remote islands and camp in ultimate luxury. Superior guiding and…
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Oman
Highlights of Oman
Oman is home to endless coastlines, a friendly and fascinating culture and smart, stylish hotels. Scattered with forts, deserts, green wadi’s, overlooked by towering granite mountains, this holiday idea to Oman offers a huge variety and is only a seven-hour flight from…
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Oman
Family Holiday to Oman
A week-long family holiday to Oman incorporates all the elements to showcase the best of Oman while keeping the family happy. Spend time wild swimming, sailing to spot jumping dolphins and exploring ancient forts and cattle markets. Combine coast, mountains and desert…
Idea
Oman
Luxury Holiday to Oman
This holiday idea to Oman offers high levels of exclusivity that would suit a honeymoon couple or families who enjoy meticulous planning and bespoke services. Stay in the best accommodation, sail to remote islands and camp in ultimate luxury. Superior…
Idea
Oman
Highlights of Oman
Oman is home to endless coastlines, a friendly and fascinating culture and smart, stylish hotels. Scattered with forts, deserts, green wadi’s, overlooked by towering granite mountains, this holiday idea to Oman offers a huge variety and is only a seven-hour…
Idea
Oman
Family Holiday to Oman
A week-long family holiday to Oman incorporates all the elements to showcase the best of Oman while keeping the family happy. Spend time wild swimming, sailing to spot jumping dolphins and exploring ancient forts and cattle markets. Combine coast, mountains…
Oman
Hud Hud Wahiba
In the Wahiba Sands, Hud Hud camp is set up on a tailor-made basis, using authentic handmade Bedouin tents, carefully selected for the environment and sited to ensure privacy and fantastic views. Hud Hud exclusive camps…
Oman
Desert Nights Camp
Desert Nights is a luxurious desert-style camp based in the heart of Wahiba Sands, Oman.
Oman
Shangri La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa
The Shangri La consists of three separate hotels all around 124 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens. Al Waha caters primarily for families with kids clubs and activities, and then there is the 5-star Al Bandar and…
Oman
Crowne Plaza Hotel
Set on a clifftop overlooking the Gulf of Oman, this chic, waterside hotel is 3km from the Royal Opera House Muscat and 15km from the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque.
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