Oman, one of the oldest civilisations on the Arabian Peninsula, is an exciting destination for a family adventure, offering a great climate and beautiful beaches.
- Take a thrilling 4WD trip in the desert
- Sleep under the stars in a Bedouin camp
- Go dolphin watching
- Snorkel in warm tropical waters
- Cool off in a refreshing wadi
This activity holiday in Oman has so much to offer families, with beautiful mountain scenery, sweeping wadis, vast deserts and historic forts. Go dolphin watching and snorkelling, swim to hidden caves and look for turtles at Sur Beach (seasonal).
Try sand boarding in the desert before making a splash in the waterpools of Wadi Bani Khalid. You can also walk part of the Balcony Walk at Jebel Shams.
Typical Itinerary
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Day 1: Depart UK
Depart the UK on an overnight flight to Muscat.
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Day 2: Arrive Muscat, afternoon city tour
After a few hours to rest at the hotel and enjoy lunch, head out on a city tour this afternoon of Oman’s capital, Muscat. -
Day 3: Grand Mosque & Dolphin watching tour
Visit the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque in Muscat early morning to explore its marble courtyards, vast prayer hall, and impressive Persian carpet. Next, enjoy a morning boat trip along the coast on a dolphin watching tour before snorkelling the clear waters, home to beautiful corals and tropical fish.
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Day 4: Jebel Shams hike (Oman’s Grand Canyon)
Take the balcony trail along the mountain edge to another abandoned village and on to a small lake. Enjoy breaktaking views of the canyon and set off in 4WD vehicles down the mountain, stopping to meet the people of Nakhr village and see goat hair carpets being woven and dyed, then return to Nizwa.
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Day 5: Nizwa Fort & Jebel Akhdar
Explore Nizwa, the former capital of Oman and long regarded as the cultural capital and heart of Oman. Visit the immense 17th century fort, the nearby atmospheric souks and the rest of the city and surrounding areas.
Next, set off towards Oman’s ‘green mountain’ of Jebal Akhdar. Stop at the iconic Diana’s Point for sweeping canyon views, then continue to Wadi Bani Habib to explore a deserted mud-brick village. Surrounded by pomegranate trees and seasonal blossoms. We end the day with an overnight stay in the cool highlands.
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Day 6: Bedouin Family Visit & Wahiba Sharqiyah
Discover the scenic Three Villages Walk on Jebel Akhdar, passing terraced farms and traditional mountain villages. Journey into Wahiba Sharqiyag, stopping at a Bedouin home, learn about desert traditions and enjoy a home-cooked lunch. Reaching the desert by late afternoon, take in a breathtaking sunset over the rolling red dunes of the Wahiba Sands before ending the day with a relaxed dinner under the stars.
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Day 7: Wadi Bani Khalid, Cookery Lesson & Turtle Watching (Seasonal)
Visit a beautiful Wadi, where we take a gentle walk through dramatic rocky landscapes and enjoy a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear pools. Later, head to a local family-run farm near for an immersive Omani cooking experience, before heading back to the coast where park guides lead us on a special night walk to visit a turtle nesting site to spot turtles (seasonal May – October).
If you travel outside the turtle nesting season, this excursion is replaced with a kayaking tour, where you take to the water to explore its stunning coastline, with tranquil waters and hidden coves by kayak.
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Day 8: Fly back to the UK
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Days 8-11 : OPTIONAL EXTENSION: Musandam
You can extend this trip with a stay in Musandam: Fly to Khasab, visit the fort and cave painting at Qadah and enjoy a dhow cruise through the ‘Fjords of Musandum’. Please contact us for prices and more information.
Duration and Guide Prices
- Age Guide: 8+
- Itinerary Type: Small Group Holiday Tailor-made can be arranged
When To Go
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What’s Included
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Activities
- Boat trip
- Camping
- City tour
- Desert safari
- Hiking
- Snorkelling
- Swimming
- Wildlife watching
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Accommodation
Hotels x 5 nights, Bedouin desert camp x 1 night -
Meals
7 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 1 dinner
Tailored for You
A private departure or tailor-made holiday can also be arranged to suit your requirements. Contact our experts today.
Next Steps
Departures
Choose your preferred departure date from the 9 options below, then make a no obligation booking request, or enquire if you would like to ask us a question.
Our small group holidays require a minimum number of participants to operate. Most of our holidays are also available on a private basis or can be tailored to meet your requirements.
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| Year | Starts | Ends | Duration | Adult price, excluding flights, from | Child price, excluding flights, from | Duration | Adult price, including flights, from | Child price, including flights, from | Holiday Status | Options |
| 2026 | 24 May | 30 May | 7 days | £1,695 | £895 | 8 days | £2,595 | £1,195 | Available | Book or Enquire |
| 2026 | 18 Oct | 24 Oct | 7 days | £1,845 | £1,145 | 8 days | £2,825 | £1,795 | Available | Book or Enquire |
| 2026 | 25 Oct | 31 Oct | 7 days | £1,795 | £1,095 | 8 days | £2,825 | £1,795 | Available | Book or Enquire |
| 2027 | 14 Feb | 20 Feb | 7 days | £1,695 | £995 | 8 days | £2,795 | £1,695 | Available | Book or Enquire |
| 2027 | 28 Mar | 3 Apr | 7 days | £1,895 | £995 | 8 days | £2,895 | £1,695 | Available | Book or Enquire |
| 2027 | 4 Apr | 10 Apr | 7 days | £1,895 | £995 | 8 days | £2,895 | £1,695 | Available | Book or Enquire |
| 2027 | 23 May | 29 May | 7 days | £1,895 | £995 | 8 days | £2,695 | £1,295 | Available | Book or Enquire |
| 2027 | 17 Oct | 23 Oct | 7 days | £1,925 | £895 | 8 days | £2,895 | £1,375 | Available | Book or Enquire |
| 2027 | 24 Oct | 30 Oct | 7 days | £1,925 | £895 | 8 days | £2,895 | £1,375 | Available | Book or Enquire |
| * Guaranteed: this holiday is available to book and has reached a minimum number of participants, so is guaranteed to run. ** On Request: we may be able to offer places on this holiday, please contact us for further information. *** Fully Booked: if your preferred holiday is full we may be able to offer you a private departure or tailor a holiday to suit your requirements, please contact us for more details. | ||||||||||
For alternative dates, please contact us. We may be in the process of finalising further departures and are often able to tailor a holiday for you according to your own requirements.
Kindly note that we prepare our prices several months ahead of travel dates, and our flight-inclusive prices are provided as a general indication, based upon flight costs at the time of publication. Your quotation may vary, based upon the prices of flights (and the availability) at the time of your enquiry.
