Leila Mansour
Travelled Jun 2025 · From our customer records
Such a relaxing day. A swim, some snorkelling, then back on deck with a cold drink. Just what we needed.
Musandam - Dibba Tour
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About this experience
The Musandam peninsula is where the Hajar mountains meet the sea and drop straight into it, carving the inlets that give this coast its nickname - the Norway of Arabia. This day trip reaches it from Dubai via Dibba, on the Fujairah-Oman border, with sharing transfers from fixed points in Deira and Bur Dubai and a drive of around two and a half hours each way. At the harbour you board a traditional wooden dhow laid with cushions and shaded decks for a five-to-six-hour cruise into the fjords, past cliffs that rise sheer out of deep, exceptionally clear water. Dolphins are commonly seen alongside the boat. The dhow anchors in a sheltered bay for swimming and snorkelling with kits and life jackets provided, and a buffet lunch is served on deck with soft drinks, mineral water, tea, coffee and fresh fruit. Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen and a hat; there is shade on board but the sun on the water is strong.
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What’s included
- Pick up & Drop off ( Sharing Transfer) ( Fixed Locations in Deira / Bur Dubai)
- 5-6 Hours Dhow Cruise
- Buffet Lunch onboard
- Soft Drinks & Mineral Water
- Fresh Fruits & Biscuits
- Tea & Coffee
- Life Jackets & Snorkeling Kits
Not included
- Personal Expenses
Itinerary
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Drive to Dibba and boarding the dhow
An early transfer runs up the east coast to Dibba, on the border between Fujairah and Oman, taking about two and a half hours from Dubai. At the harbour the group boards a traditional wooden dhow laid out with cushions and shaded decks.
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Cruise through the Musandam fjords
The dhow sails into the fjords of the Musandam peninsula, where the Hajar mountains drop straight into deep water - the reason the coast is often called the Norway of Arabia. Dolphins are regularly seen alongside the boat on the way out.
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Swimming, snorkelling and lunch on board
The boat anchors in a sheltered bay for swimming and snorkelling, with masks and fins provided and banana-boat rides available. A buffet lunch with soft drinks, tea and fruit is served on deck before the return sail and the drive back to Dubai.
Good to know
- Duration
- 11 hours
- How you meet
- Meet on location
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Cancellation policy
- This booking is non-refundable once confirmed.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Start times
- 07:00
Know before you go
- Passport required
- This tour crosses into Oman, so a valid original passport is compulsory - not a copy, and not an Emirates ID. Holders of a single-entry UAE visa cannot cross the border; a multiple-entry visa or your own national passport is required, and some nationalities need an Oman visa arranged in advance. Send us your passport details well before your travel date so the border formalities can be arranged, and check your own entry requirements before booking. Transfers are shared and depart from two fixed points, not from your hotel: City Centre Deira metro station in Deira, and Sharaf DG metro station in Bur Dubai - Sharaf DG is the Green Line station that was called Al Fahidi until 2020, so look for Sharaf DG on the metro map. Confirm which point and what time you are booked for, and arrive early: the coach cannot wait. The drive is around two and a half hours each way, so this is a long day. Pack swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses; snorkelling kits and life jackets are provided. There is shade on the dhow but the sun on the water is strong. If you are prone to seasickness, take something before boarding - the fjords are usually calm, but the open stretches can move. Non-swimmers can stay aboard; life jackets are available to anyone who wants one. Bring a light layer for the drive back. Do not plan a flight for the same evening, as the return time can vary with traffic.
Cancellation policy
This booking is non-refundable once confirmed.
Non refundable
Meeting point
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Deira pickup: City Centre Deira metro station
- Address
- City Centre Deira metro station, Port Saeed, Dubai, AE
- How you meet
- Meet on location
- Coordinates
- 25.25507, 55.33031
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Traveler reviews
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Arjun Shah · United Arab Emirates
Travelled Sep 2025 · From our customer records
Brought my camera and barely put it down. The rocky coastline looked beautiful from the water.
Emma Wilson · Australia
Travelled Feb 2026 · From our customer records
First time on a traditional dhow. The cushions and shaded seating made it easy to settle in and relax.
Omar Hassan · Egypt
Travelled May 2025 · From our customer records
The Deira meeting point worked well for us. It's a long drive, but the views from the boat made it worthwhile.
Maria Santos · Philippines
Travelled Dec 2025 · From our customer records
Really enjoyed eating lunch on the boat. Lovely being surrounded by the sea instead of city traffic for a change.
Priya Nair · India
Travelled Mar 2025 · From our customer records
We booked this with friends and had a great time. The dhow cruise was the highlight for me.
Daniel Brooks · United States
Travelled Oct 2025 · From our customer records
Swimming, lunch and a boat ride in one day — exactly the sort of weekend outing we wanted.
Ayesha Khan · Pakistan
Travelled Jan 2026 · From our customer records
Loved sitting on the shaded deck with a cup of tea and watching the mountains go by. So peaceful.
Rahul Menon · India
Travelled Apr 2025 · From our customer records
Snorkelling was my favourite part. Having the equipment included made it easy to join in. Would happily go again.
Sarah Mitchell · United Kingdom
Travelled Nov 2025 · From our customer records
Lovely day out. We spent most of the cruise watching the coastline and taking photos. A nice break from Dubai.
Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 11 hours.
Can I cancel this booking?
This booking is non-refundable once confirmed.
Is hotel pickup included?
No — you make your own way to the meeting point.
Where does this experience start?
It starts at Deira pickup: City Centre Deira metro station, City Centre Deira metro station, Port Saeed, Dubai, AE.
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From AED 190 per person
