Wildlife Watching
Best for Dolphins
Khasab
Take a dhow cruise through the ruggedly scenic, fjord-like khors of northern Musandam, where humpback dolphins are commonly seen at play.
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BEST FOR TURTLES
Ras-Al-Jinz
Visit Shariqiya turtle reserve on a summer’s night, and watch in amazement as female turtles haul themselves upon the sands to dig their nests.
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Best for Whales
Mirbat
This picturesque southern town has a small fort looking out to sea. If you are on a sailing trip, you may see humpback whales in the waters nearby.
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Best for tropical fish
Daymaniyat islands
Dive into The Aquarium, as the island’s best scuba site is known, to see flitting fish, dazzling nudibranch and delicate seahorses.
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Best for Birds
Masirah Island
Well over 300 species including kingfishers, plovers, terms and flamingos have been counted on Masirah wetlands and mudflats.
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Best for Desert Mammals
Wusta
This arid region is home to the endangered Arabian Oryx, a striking-looking Gazelle, as well as the Nubian Ibex, Desert Foxes, sand cats and Caracals.
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