Turtle by Night from / to Muscat
Muscat, Oman
Turtle in Sea
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Adults (Age 12+) $859 $1,718
Child (Age 4 to 11) $0 $0
Infant (Age 0 to 3) $0 $0

Total USD $1,718
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Highlights & Tour Itinerary
Highlights
 
- Visit the Ras Al Jinz Reserve with a chance to observe turtles on the beach.
- Refresh in the cool waters of the beautiful Wadi Bani Khalid.
- Experience the amazing desert landscape of Wahiba Sands.
 
Tour Itinerary
 
Day 01: Muscat Hotel – Wadi Arabayeen – Bimmah Sinkhole – Sur Dhow Factory – Turtle by Night – Ras Al Jinz Reserve
08:00 pickup Muscat hotel lobby. By 4WD we drive to Ras Al Junaiz via the scenic and rugged coastal route. This tour offers breathtaking glimpses of the blue waters of the Gulf of Oman offset by pristine white beaches. We drive past the fishing village of Quriyat. There is a good chance of spotting Flamingos and Eagles at an inland stream.  Visit the picturesque Wadi Arabayeen with its deep pools of water set among the date palms. We then proceed to the Bimmah Sinkhole, a spectacular limestone crater with blue green water at the bottom. On clear sunny days while driving along the coast one might chance to see sharks in the deep blue waters or fleet footed Gazelles sprint across the landscape.
Arrive Sur and visit the fish jetty and dhow factory.  After a set menu lunch at Sur Plaza Hotel, we continue our drive to Ras Al Junaiyz, a sanctuary for the green turtles.  Check into the hotel. Dinner at the hotel. At night we have a short walk to the beach escorted by trained guides to watch the turtles coming into nest on the sands.
Overnight stay Ras Al Jinz Turtle Centre.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
 
Day 02: Ras Al Jinz – Wadi Bani Khalid – Wahiba Sands – Muscat
08:00 set off to Wadi Bani Khalid. It comprises of small pretty villages embedded in the mountains. The wadi has clear deep blue water. It is advisable to wear light comfortable clothing and walking shoes.
Then to Wahiba Sands, a sea of red and white sand and dunes rising up to 200 meters. The ever-changing patterns of the dunes are a photographer’s delight. Experience a roller coaster like feeling as our experienced drivers takes you over the dunes. The Wahiba Sands is also home to the traditional Bedouin tribe who are known for their hospitality and their knowledge of the sands. We will stop by a Bedouin family in their traditional and simple habitat. Set menu lunch will be served at Al Sharqiyah Sands Hotel before your 2 hours return transfer to Muscat at approximately 17:30.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Practical Info
• Dress Code: light clothes covering arms and legs; women need to cover the hair when visiting a mosque.
• Highly recommended to bring sunblock, sunglasses, hat and mosquito repellent.
• Comfortable walking shoes.
 
Important Notes for Turtle Watching:
• Never approach turtles emerging from the sea or disturb nesting turtles.
• Watch out for disoriented hatchlings and direct them seawards.
• Never leave waste on the beach.
• Avoid making noise around the nesting beach.
• Using flashlight is prohibited. The best photo opportunity would be early morning around 05:30.
• Wear light pullovers in dark colors only.
• Carry only one small overnight bag due to the limited baggage space.
• The package is not recommended in the month of May.
 
Policy & Terms

- After booking the tour with us online, one of our consultants will get in touch within 24 hours. We inform you when all services are confirmed, and at this point we charge your credit card with the deposit. The amount of the deposit depends on your booking date. The full payment is due latest 14 days before tour start. - Cancellations need to be sent in written form. Between 21 and 14 days before tour start 50% of the entire tour price will be charged. Between 13 and 01 day before tour start 100% of the entire tour price will be charged. - For refunds we do not cover the transaction fees charged by credit card companies and banks.


Payment Options

Wire Transfer - Master/Visa Credit Card -

Days : 2 | Nights : 1


Inclusions


  • Bottled water in vehicle.
  • Entrance fees to mentioned sites.
  • Transportation in 4WD with English speaking chauffeur.
  • 01 night at Ras Al Jinz Visitor Centre in Carapace rooms on HB basis.
  • Set menu lunch at Sur Plaza Hotel on day 1.
  • Set menu lunch at Al Sharqiyah Sands Hotel on day 2.
  • Service charge and taxes.

Exclusions


  •  Travel Insurance. 
  •  Compulsory Christmas and New Year’s gala dinner. 
  •  Meals and beverage not stated. 
  •  Tips and private expenses. 
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