Muscat Dolphin Watching Cruise
Marina Bandar Al Rowdha
Boats leave from Bandar Al Rowdha Marina for dolphin tours. Early in the morning you may see large groups of spinner dolphins leaping from the water as you pass sea cliffs and bays.
Dolphins, including spinner dolphins and bottlenose dolphins, live year-round in the waters off Muscat. Dolphin-watching boats mostly leave from Bandar Al Rowdha Marina on the south side of Old Muscat, departing around 07:00 to 08:00. The trip lasts about 2 hours, and it is common to see dozens or even hundreds of dolphins leaping from the water. Whale sharks and turtles are occasionally spotted. The route passes sea cliffs, bays, and the forts, and snorkelling can be added. Tours cost about OMR 20 to 25 per person, and both tour operators and the marina take bookings. Trips are cancelled in rough seas, and people prone to seasickness should take medication in advance.
Opening hours
Departs early every morning; about 2 hours
Nearby sights
- National Museum of Oman
- Al Jalali & Al Mirani Forts
- Al Alam Palace
- Bait Al Zubair Museum
- Muscat Gate Museum
- Riyam Park & Incense Burner Monument
- Muttrah Fort
- Mutrah Souq & Corniche