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busy street in Ruwi - Muscat
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Day tour of Muscat
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  • victorwkf
  • Updated By victorwkf on February 9, 2005
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  • Me and my Omani guide, Nabhan - Muscat
    Me and my Omani guide, Nabhan
    by victorwkf
    If you require a day tour of Muscat, you can contact my Omani guide called Nabhan. It will cost about 20 Omani Rials per vehicle.
    His handphone number is 968-99418395 and he is a very knowledgable, responsible and friendly guide. He can also check with him whether he can arrange for you a trip around Oman.

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    Taxis, Cars and Busses Galore
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  • MNRR
  • By MNRR on May 13, 2003
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  • I feel it is best to have a 4WD drive if you are visiting Oman as it will enable you to get off the main roads and explore the countryside without worrying too much about safety. There are several international Car Hire Firms in Muscat where you can arrange to pick up a 4WD. Taxis are fine for travelling around the capital area but as they are not metered then it can be hazardous to your wallet if you do not ask or negotiate a price before you get in. You can take a taxi 'engage' where you are the sole occupant or you can share the cost with other passengers. Busses are available but not always reliable or on time. There is a daily bus schedule from Muscat to Salalah which is far cheaper than flying down there but also takes between 10-12 hours.

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    Tour Operator in Muscat
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  • MikeAtSea
  • Updated By MikeAtSea on January 5, 2005
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  • One of the best operators in Muscat with agencies all around town are Bahwan Travel Agencies.
    They offer a number of tours in and around Muscat.

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  • Phone: (968) 704455
  • Website: http://www.bahwantravels.com/btours.htm
  • Other Contact: E-mail: topclass@omantel.net.om
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    Traffic roundabouts
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  • victorwkf
  • Updated By victorwkf on February 5, 2005
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  • A typical roundabout in Muscat, Oman - Muscat
    A typical roundabout in
    Muscat, Oman
    by victorwkf
    One thing you will soon discover about Oman, including Muscat, is that there are lots of traffic roundabouts instead of traffic lights. This actually does help in the flow of traffic as there are not that many vehicles in Oman. An interesting feature is that some of these roundabouts have interesting statues in their centres, such as the one in this photograph showing a huge frankincense burner in the middle of a roundabout in Muscat.

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    Local Bus
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  • By oppositeset on June 14, 2003
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    This is the local transport its very cheap and always reaches on time ..... the seats a bit worn-out but the AC works and most important it doesnot keep u waiting.

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    service taxis
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  • TomorrowsAngel
  • By TomorrowsAngel on July 3, 2003
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  • busy street in Ruwi - Muscat
    busy street in Ruwi
    by TomorrowsAngel
    Use the service taxis getting between the small towns which make up Muscat.
    It costs 200 baizas per ride, per passenger.
    Otherwise, say between Mutrah and Ruwi, you could easily pay up to OM3.

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    CAB Service
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  • By fitness on October 10, 2007
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  • CAB service is available around Muscat and for reasonable price. Driver is Good in English language and knowledgeable and respectable. You can contact anytime 968 96011040 or email to: fitness@vtmail.com

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  • Phone: 969 96011040
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    Good rental car deal
    K1W1
  • By K1W1 on February 16, 2004
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  • I found that getting around Oman really requires having your own transport.
    There are many rental agencies but one I found worked well for me.
    They are a small business but friendly and fair.
    Al-ibtisama trading l.l.c. Rent a Car

    Safe driving

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  • Phone: (968) 703404, 751177 and 751188
  • Other Contact: ibtisama@omantel.net.om
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    Taxis Without Meter
    leosoul
  • By leosoul on October 18, 2007
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  • Travelling within muscat can be a bit of a challenge. Muscat is spread out between mountains. Taxis are generally available (i got few on Eid). Taxis dont run by meters. So make sure that you ask your hotel that approximate price you should give for a particular destination. Taxis can generally ask 1 Riyal which is expensive as they normally charge upto 500 Bizas (half riyal) within Muscat.

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    CAB
    StevenBenji
  • By StevenBenji on May 25, 2005
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  • MAke sure and set the fair for your taxi ride before you leave on to go to your destination. Because taxi fairs are in the hands of the taxi drivers.

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