Khasab Sands Tours | Musandam Mountain & Desert Safari
Join our thrilling Khasab Sands Tours. Embark on a 4x4 mountain safari to Jebel Harim, explore ancient villages, and enjoy panoramic fjord views.
Tour Highlights
Experience Description
Trade the water for the rugged terrain with our Khasab Sands Tours. While Musandam is famous for its sea, its interior is an awe-inspiring expanse of towering mountains, hidden wadis, and ancient history. Our safari adventures take you deep into the heart of the Hajar Mountains aboard robust 4x4 vehicles.
The pinnacle of this tour is the ascent to Jebel Harim (The Mountain of Women), the highest peak in Musandam, standing at an impressive 2,087 meters above sea level. From the summit, you are rewarded with unparalleled panoramic views that stretch across the peninsula, overlooking plunging valleys and the distant coastline.
Along the rugged paths, we make strategic stops to examine fascinating fossils dating back millions of years—a testament to the time when these mountains were entirely submerged underwater. We also visit Khor Najd, a stunning viewpoint where the mountain dramatically meets the sea, and remote Bedouin villages like Sayah, offering a rare glimpse into traditional mountain life.
Itinerary
09:00 AM
4x4 Departure
Leave Khasab town behind as we begin our rugged ascent into the mountains.
10:00 AM
Khor Najd Viewpoint
Stop at an incredible vantage point looking down upon the twisted fjords below.
11:30 AM
Jebel Harim Summit
Reach the highest peak for spectacular photography opportunities.
12:30 PM
Fossil Rock Exploration
Examine ancient marine fossils embedded directly in the mountain rocks.
01:30 PM
Return
Descent back to Khasab.
What's Included
- 4x4 vehicle with AC
- Professional driver/guide
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup & drop-off
- Photo stops at viewpoints
Not Included
- Meals
- Gratuities
- Visa fees
- Border fees
Important: Border Info
**Border Crossing Information (UAE to Oman):** • Oman visa fee: 50 AED payable at the border • UAE exit fee: 35 AED per person payable at the border • Passport must be valid for more than 90 days (residents: visa validity 90+ days) • Everyone must carry original passport • Car must be under your name, or owner must be present • No car insurance? You can purchase at the border • Rental cars require NOC from the rental company • Dependent visa holders must be accompanied by sponsor
per person
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