Bandar Khayran
بندر الخيران
A group of fjord-like bays between rocky cliffs southeast of Muscat. Clear water and secluded beaches are ideal for boat-based snorkelling and fishing.
Bandar Khayran lies about 25 km southeast of Muscat, where the coast is carved by dark brown rock cliffs into countless small bays and islets. The water is bright blue and clear, and the area is known as Oman's "little fjords." The most popular activity is a half-day speedboat trip, with snorkelling over coral reefs, swimming at secluded beaches, and fishing. Kayaking tours are also available. Speedboat trips cost about OMR 15 to 30. You can drive to seaside villages for views, but the roads are winding and steep. It can often be combined with a dolphin-watching trip.
Opening hours
Daytime (boat tours depart by schedule)
Nearby sights
- Muscat Dolphin Watching Cruise
- Al Jalali & Al Mirani Forts
- National Museum of Oman
- Al Alam Palace
- Bait Al Zubair Museum
- Muscat Gate Museum
- Riyam Park & Incense Burner Monument
- Muttrah Fort