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MUSANDAM PENINSULA

MUSANDAM PENINSULA, Khasab

 GIPA Says:  I was in Dubai and had a free day , so I decided to visit this peninsula , that belongs to the neighboring country , Oman ,as an enclave , controlling the entrance of the Persian golf. My first idea was going to the capital , Khasab , but it was impossible because I had no... 

Visit the Fort

Visit the Fort, Khasab

 lynnehamman Says:  While in Khasab, explore Khasab Fort, located at the end of Khasab’s harbour and built by the Portuguese in the 17th Century. Featuring three cannons, which face the sea, the fort was used until recently to signal the sighting of the moon – indicating the end of Ramadan and... 

Dhows and Dolphins

Dhows and Dolphins, Khasab

 lynnehamman Says:  The best day we had in Oman was spent cruising around the khors (fjords) on a traditional sailing dhow. I usually am prepared to be underwhelmed for these type of activities, which obviously are targeted towards tourists- but on this occasion it was much much more enjoyable... 

Coastal Drives

Coastal  Drives, Khasab

 lynnehamman Says:  We hired a car, and drove along the mountainous coastal roads. There are charming old fishing villages to see, and beaches. The beaches are not fantastic for swimming- but good for a cooling walk. The beach is very pebbly, with crushed black volcanic rock.I was astonished at... 

Dhow Cruise

Dhow Cruise, Khasab

 asitava Says:  The half day or full day dhow cruise is a nice way of relaxing at Khasab. The dhow is stocked with cold drinks, bananas and snorkeling equipments. Take your bathing suits to have a good time when the boat moores for half an hour at a nearby island. The fjords are quite... 

Hotels  

Golden Tulip Khasab Hotel Res

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Esra Hotel Apartments

 1 Review and 5 Opinions  Esra Hotel Apts are run by Khasab Tours and Travels. The house has 8 two bedroom apartments, good... 

Hotels  

hotel: khasab hotel

hotel: khasab hotel, Khasab

 henri123 Says:  Very clean, breakfast incl.Almost walking distance to the airport.There is always a free transport at the hotel, bringing you to the harbour or to the airport. Outside pool, hotel situated almost downtown.From the hotel we could walk to the center, walking around the city... 

Al Taif Tours Accommodation: Inexpensive place to stay in Khasab

Al Taif Tours Accommodation: Inexpensive place to stay in Khasab, Khasab

 Emiralex Says:  There are not too many options of where to stay in Khasab: couple of hotels and villas / guesthouses. We went to Musandam in October 2010 and this was the scenario for 3 adults + 1 child + 1 infant: Golden Tulip > 750 x 2 rooms = 1400 (AED); Khasab Hotel > 450 x 2... 

Restaurants  

Cappucino Resturant-Golden Tulip Hotel Khasab: Location Location

Cappucino Resturant-Golden Tulip Hotel Khasab: Location Location, Khasab

 lynnehamman Says:  There are not very good restuarants in Khasab- this one is worth a visit just for the view.We had lunches and a few early dinner snacks at this restuarant, which is one of a few at Golden Tulip. The location is wonderful- it commands a view of the whole bay- the hotel is... 

khasab downtown: indian food

khasab downtown: indian food, Khasab

 henri123 Says:  many local people have supper at this place 

Various restaurants

Various restaurants, Khasab

 asitava Says:  There are a few Indian and Arabic restaurants at the city center. I have seen mostly single men having food there. No family or women. We used to take away food from there. Khasab is a small town and hence restaurants are nothing to write about 

Bashaer Khaab Restaurant: Local arabic+chinese - good value & friendly

Bashaer Khaab Restaurant: Local arabic+chinese - good value & friendly, Khasab

 globalgav Says:   Local restaurant, clean and friendly, run by indians. Fills up with locals (all male). Good Kebabs, Shwarmas, grilled prawns. and Juices. 

Transportation  

From U.A.E to Musandam governorate

From U.A.E to Musandam governorate, Khasab

 henri123 Says:  From Dubai to Khasab by local transport is not quite easy but it is possible.There are regular bus service from Dubai to Ras al Khaimah, a pleasant local bus stopping at Sharjah and other emirates.At the bus station from Rasal Khaimah we had to bargain a taxi to the border,... 

HIRING A CAR IN KHASAB

HIRING A CAR IN KHASAB, Khasab

 lynnehamman Says:  We decided to hire a car in Khasab- the area deifinitely needed exploring. Of course, the experience of driving on the right side of the road added a frisson of excitement, but no problems were encountered.The hotel we stayed at (Khasab Hotel) arranged for the little car... 

Driving to/from Khasab

Driving to/from Khasab, Khasab

 lynnehamman Says:  Much has been written about, argued about and debated- here on VT and on other websites regarding driving in Oman.I don't have much more light to shed, but I will give a brief description of our drive back to Dubai from Khasab.We had hired a driver to take us as far as the... 

By Sea or Air

By Sea or Air, Khasab

 lynnehamman Says:  There are numerous ways to reach Khasab- either from Muscat or Dubai.BY AIRWe arrived there by air (Oman Air) from Muscat. The plane was small, having about 50 seats, but the service was impeccable. We were served a light lunch of Sandwiches, fruit and fruitjuices. The... 

car

car, Khasab

 erikute3534 Says:  very easy trip by car, make sure you have car registration that is valid in Oman (if you drive from Dubai or UAE) 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Don't be stranded.....

Don't be stranded....., Khasab

 lynnehamman Says:  On the flight to Khasab I read in Lonely Planet that there were NO taxis available at Khasab airport. Potential disaster, because the airport is quite a way from the town. What to do???We had of course made no arrangements at all, not even a hotel booking.So after landing, I... 

Tourist Traps  

Speed boat ride to Mascat.

Speed boat ride to Mascat., Khasab

 henri123 Says:  We arrived in Khasab with a confirm reservation on the speed boat to Muscat,we learned that it has been cancelled without notice ! There is now a daily flight from Khasab to Mascat (if the weather is cooperating)..not flying when there is too strong wind. 

Favorites  

Khasab city

Khasab city, Khasab

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houses

houses, Khasab

 henri123 Says:  just walking khasab streets are quiet and local houses well decorated surounded by mountains 

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  Local restaurant, clean and friendly, run by indians. Fills up with locals (all male). Good Kebabs, Shwarmas, grilled prawns. and Juices. 

 

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Magnificent Musandam Peninsula, Oman

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 we drove all the way from Dubai. Though it sounded very far, but it was very easy pleasant trip with lovely views. After we passed border, was still about 50km left, but it passed so fast! even though... 

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KHASAB THE MAIN TOWN OF MUSANDAM GOVERNORATE

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 Khasab is situated at the northern point of the Musandam peninsula. Well hidden among rocky headland this town is worth a visit. Just in front of the very strategic Strait of Hormuz to go further...... 

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