HAND PICKED TOURS
Tour Highlights: Kayaking, Flamingo Watching and Snorkeling
Trip Duration:
02N/03D
Brief Itinerary
Day 1 (D)
We head out of Muscat after breakfast, passing by the village of Fanjah for a photo stop after which we continue to Sinaw. The small market town of Sinaw is well worth a visit. This is where the Bedouins come to do business and the souq can be a thriving and fascinating affair with all the hustle and bustle of a Middle Eastern market at its finest. Sinaw Souq is amongst one of the oldest preserved souqs in Oman and one of the few places you can find traditional silver Bedouin jewellery.
We will have a tasty picnic lunch en route.
We continue south until we reach the coastal fishing village of Filim, a great place to spot a variety of birds including flamingos. By late afternoon, we pass by Muhut and cross a 40km salt flat before reaching our camp in Bar Al Hickman, set on a white sand beach near a lagoon, where we often see flamingos as well, and the Indian Ocean. It is a large salt pan that is home to a vast community of sea birds as well as a host of migratory birds. Overnight at Beach Camp at Bar Al Hickman.
Day 2 (B, D)
We will enjoy a leisurely day on the beach with fishing, beach driving, snorkeling and Stand up paddle boarding or perhaps we can visit the local towns and buy fresh fish if we don’t succeed in catching our own, which our chef can prepare for dinner.
Alternatively, we can drive to filim to see the flamingos and onwards to Khalouf village and the nearby Sugar Dunes where we can have a swim before returning to our camp (this will be about 2 hours each way). Overnight at Beach Camp at Bar Al Hickman.
Day 3 (B)
Today we make an early start and wind our way north to the fishing village of Qihayd, where the desert dunes meet the sea. We continue further north to pass the fishing port of Al Ashkharah and onwards to Sur. There are many fishermen and a thriving fish industry that has existed for centuries. There is a small dhow factory where the traditional sailing boats that have taken Omani explorers, traders and colonialists to the furthest reaches of the Indian Ocean, are still made.
We will then continue our route up the coast on the sea-side of the Hajar range stopping at one of the wadis (if time allows) or the Bimah Sinkhole for a swim.
Alternatively, we can also retrace our route to Sinaw and onwards to Manah to visit the new Oman Across the Ages Museum before returning to Muscat.
We arrive back in Muscat in the late afternoon.
Our above package includes
- 4WD Car
- Tour Guide speaking English
- Camp with HB
- Water
- Lunch
- Activities
Our above package excludes
- Any Meal (Lunch or Dinner) not mentioned in the Itinerary
- Any airfare (Domestic & International flight)
- Visa fee & Airport tax
- Tips to the guide, driver, and restaurants
- Porterage at the airport and hotels
- Any expenses of a personal nature such as, drinks, laundry, telephone calls, insurance, camera fees, excess baggage, emergency / medical cost etc.
- Any increase in costs beyond our control such as fuel and airfare increase, additional Government levies and taxes etc.
Best Season: November to March
- Weather: Mild and pleasant, with daytime temperatures between 20–28°C (68–82°F).
- Ideal for: Camping, birdwatching (especially migratory birds like flamingos and waders), photography, and stargazing.
- Why: This is the cool season, making it the most comfortable time to explore the remote, off-road terrain without extreme heat.
- Extra Tip: The area becomes a hotspot for ornithologists during this time due to its role as a migratory bird haven.
Shoulder Seasons: April–May & October
- Weather: Starting to warm up, but still bearable. Temperatures range from 30–35°C (86–95°F).
- Good for: Fewer tourists, good visibility, and quieter campsites.
- Watch out for: Rising heat and stronger sun—more water and shade needed!
Important Notes
- Royal King Tours reserves the right to change the sequence of the program of the tours or cancel any part of the scheduled program for reasons of Government decisions and road traffic situations, weather conditions or similar.
- Royal King Tours reserves the right to amend the rates if the government introduces new tax regulations.
- Non-refundable: All bookings (hotels, and tours) are non-refundable and non-transferable. Please double-check all details before confirming your reservation
- Payment Due Dates: 100% advance payment. Payments to be made 02 weeks before arrival.
- Travel Insurance: We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance to cover any unexpected cancellations, delays, or health issues that may arise during your trip.
- Changes to Itinerary: Any changes made to the itinerary after booking may result in additional fees and changes to travel arrangements. Please consult with the organizer before making any changes.
- Tour Timings: All tours and excursions are subject to change based on weather, availability, or local conditions. Confirm tour timings and locations 24 hours before departure
CANCELLATION POLICY
- Cancellations received 15 days prior to the arrival date will be cancelled free of charge.
- Cancellations received 14 to 6 days prior to the arrival date will incur a 25% charge of the total package.
- Cancellations received 5 to 2 days prior to the arrival date will incur a 50% charge of the total package.
- Cancellations received 1 day to the arrival date will incur a 100% charge of the total package.