The 9 Best Sunset & Coastal Cruises in Oman

1.Omani Dhow Coastal and Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 198 reviews · 2 hours · from $60Our pick

Spend two hours aboard a traditional Omani dhow off Muscat, passing Al Bustan Palace, the Portuguese forts of Mirani and Jalali, and Al Alam Palace as daylight fades. English-speaking staff serve Omani coffee, dates, soft drinks, and light snacks. Hotel pickup and drop-off are available in Muscat for an added fee in some areas.

“We thoroughly enjoyed the cruise. We had a very busy, event-filled day and the cruise was the perfect way to end it. It was so peaceful and beautiful. Highly recommended!!!”

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2.Omani Traditional Dhow Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 53 reviews · 2 hours · from $70

You spend two hours on a traditional-style dhow along Muscat’s coast, with sunset views near the Corniche, Al Bustan Palace, and Al Alam Palace. Hotel pickup, return transport, drinks, coffee, Omani dates, snacks, and an English or Arabic guide are included. Expect a motor vessel rather than a working sailboat.

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4.Evening Sunset Dhow Cruise Tour – Muscat

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 15 reviews · from $93

You board a cushion-covered traditional dhow at 4:00 pm for about two hours along Muscat’s coast. Expect views of the Corniche, port, Al Bustan Palace Hotel, Al Alam Palace, and its Portuguese forts, plus water, soft drinks, coffee, and dates. Pickup is offered, and groups are limited to 15.

“Very peaceful and relaxing. Nice sunset cruise in the evening in Muscat. Dates and coffee served along with some soft drinks. Very enjoyable. You see the palace, Corniche area...”

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5.Coastal & Sunset Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 10 reviews · 1 hour · from $39Best value

Set out from Marina Bandar Al Rowdha for a one-hour sunset cruise along Muscat’s coast. You’ll see the sea turn gold, pass coastal resorts, and enjoy water, juice, and fruit aboard a boat with life jackets and a first aid kit. Transport is included within Muscat’s city limits, with guides speaking English, Arabic, Hindi, and Urdu.

“"Thank you for your 5-star review! We're glad you enjoyed our service and appreciate your feedback. We'll continue to provide excellent service."”

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6.Sunset Dhow Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · 2 hours · from $85

Leave your Muscat hotel for a two-hour traditional dhow cruise from Marina Bandar Rawdha. Sail past Sidab Fishing Village, the Sultan Palace, Al Bustan Palace, Qantab, and Bandar Jissah as the sun drops over the coast. Hotel transfers, bottled water, kahwa, and dates are included. Mr Said has handled some pickups with care, though seasonal timing needs checking.

“Very organized logistics, smooth pickup and return by Mr Said from the hotel, friendly professional and attentive Dhow crew even in the windy sea conditions. If there's a mini Majlis on the dhow for dinner, that would make an already great service to top notch. Price also fairly reasonable per person.”

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7.Omani Dhow Coastal and Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 6 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $55

Set out from Marina Bandar Al Rowdha for about two hours aboard a traditional Omani dhow. You’ll pass Al Bustan Palace, the Portuguese forts of Mirani and Jalali, Al Alam Palace, and open water before sunset. Hotel pickup is available, though distant transfers cost extra. Departure time changes with the sunset.

“Beautiful scenery. Bring a jacket. Rocking and rolling a bit but lots to see. Highly recommend this trip.”

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8.Omani dhow:Coastal and Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 6 reviews · from $80

Board a traditional Omani dhow at 4 pm for a sunset cruise along Muscat’s coast. You’ll pass Qasr Al Alam, Mirani and Jalali forts, Al Bustan Palace, Qantab, Bandar Jissah, and Shangri-La. Coffee, dates, bottled water, and round-trip hotel, port, or airport transfers are included. Plan for about 3 to 4 hours overall.

“Typical Arab boat, very beautiful and comfortable. kind crew and the unforgettable ride through the gulf of Oman. worth it”

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9.Coastal & Sunset Cruise in Muscat

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3 reviews · 2 hours · from $60

From Marina Bandar Al Rowdha, you’ll cruise past Al Bustan, Muscat Bay, Qantab, Bandar Jassah, and Shangri-La before entering Muscat’s natural harbor for sunset views of Qasr Al Alam and the Portuguese forts. An English-speaking guide leads the two-hour boat trip. The main drawback: commentary may be limited.

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