The 4 Best Turtle Watching Tours in Oman

1.Daymaniyat Island Snorkeling with Turtles Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 72 reviews · 6 hours · from $125Our pick

Join Sidab Sea Tours for a six-hour boat trip from Muscat to the Daymaniyat Islands. You’ll snorkel among coral reefs and sea turtles, watch for dolphins and whale sharks, and enjoy a picnic lunch. Captain Faisal has earned praise for his attentive approach. Island beach access is closed from May through October.

“É stata una giornata perfetta, dal servizio di transfert ai ragazzi che hanno guidato l’escursione. La barca é molto comoda, siamo stati prima accompagnati ad un sito di snorkeling dove non credevo fosse possibile vedere cosi’tante tartarughe tutte insieme, poi abbiamo proseguito la giornata in una spiaggia da fare invidia alle Maldive.”

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2.Private Wadi Shab – Ras Al Hadd Overnight – 2 Days Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $542Top rated

This private two-day trip from Muscat pairs Wadi Shab’s pools and cave with turtle watching at Ras Al Jinz, an overnight stay, and coastal sights around Sur. An English-speaking Omani guide, 4WD transport, meals, water, and hotel pickup are included. Guides associated with the operator include Said, Hamood, and Mohammed.

“It's a long travel but indeed worth it. Happy to see the beauty of oman. Ras Alhad is really a place to remember. Thanks to our tour guide/driver for this wonderful trip for keeping us safe as it is a long drive from the city. Thanks to Ms. Annaliza for booking this trip for us and to Oman landscape tours for the awesome adventure. Highly recommended!!”

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3.Daymaniyat Islands Snorkeling Small Group Turtles

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7 reviews · 4 hours · from $104

From Seeb Port, you take a 20-minute boat ride to Oman’s Daymaniyat Islands Nature Reserve for about three hours of swimming and snorkeling. Guides provide gear, permits, snacks, sandwiches, soft drinks, and water. Captain Hassan and guide Yousuf have earned praise for friendly, careful service, while turtle and shark sightings add real excitement.

“Nous avons passé un très bon moment, à contempler tortues, requins à pointes noires... et bien d'autres poissons lors de notre excursion (avec masque et tuba).”

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4.Snorkeling with turtles at Ad Daymaniyat Islands

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 6 reviews · 4 hours · from $87Best value

From Seeb Port, you’ll take a speedboat 30 minutes to the Ad Dimaniyat Islands for about three hours of snorkeling. Guides speak English and Arabic, and the trip includes equipment, an underwater camera, snacks, refreshments, and an island permit. Turtles are the main draw; dolphins and whale sharks are possible but not assured.

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