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Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole
Tours • From Muscat

Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole

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Hotel pick-up
Private tour
4.8 / 5
(41) • 700+ booked
HUF 28,648
Dolphin Watching Boat Tour in Muscat
Tours • Muscat

Dolphin Watching Boat Tour in Muscat

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English guided
Free cancellation
HUF 13,181
Wadi Bani Khalid and Wahiba Desert
Tours • From Muscat

Wadi Bani Khalid and Wahiba Desert

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Hotel pick-up
Private tour
4.9 / 5
(15) • 100+ booked
HUF 49,270
Muscat Grand Mosque & Opera House Half-Day Tour
Tours • Muscat

Muscat Grand Mosque & Opera House Half-Day Tour

Private tour
English guided
Free cancellation
4.9 / 5
(15) • 50+ booked
HUF 13,748
Muscat: Snorkeling with Turtles at Daymaniyat Islands Nature Reserve
Water activities • From Muscat

Muscat: Snorkeling with Turtles at Daymaniyat Islands Nature Reserve

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English guided
Morning departure
HUF 34,370
Muscat Nizwa & Jebel Akhdar Private Tour
Klook's choice
Tours • From Muscat

Muscat Nizwa & Jebel Akhdar Private Tour

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Private tour
English guided
4.6 / 5
(7) • 50+ booked
HUF 48,118
Omani Dhow sunset cruise experience in Muscat
Cruises • Muscat

Omani Dhow sunset cruise experience in Muscat

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English guided
Afternoon departure
4.3 / 5
(4) • 50+ booked
HUF 16,546
Dolphin Watching Experience from Muscat
Outdoor & sports activities • Muscat

Dolphin Watching Experience from Muscat

English guided
Up to 3 hrs
Free cancellation
50+ booked
HUF 10,311
Muscat Dimaniyat Islands Half-Day Snorkeling Tour
Tours • Muscat

Muscat Dimaniyat Islands Half-Day Snorkeling Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
HUF 46,330
Daymaniyat Turtle Reserve Snorkeling with Explore Dolphins
Water activities • From Muscat

Daymaniyat Turtle Reserve Snorkeling with Explore Dolphins

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English guided
Morning departure
New Activity
HUF 39,711
Muscat Sunset Kayak rental
Water activities • Muscat

Muscat Sunset Kayak rental

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English guided
Morning departure
HUF 8,805
Muscat Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Half-Day Tour
Tours • Muscat

Muscat Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Half-Day Tour

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Free cancellation
4.8 / 5
(11) • 100+ booked
HUF 25,250

Hotels in Muscat

Sifawy Boutique Hotel
Hotels • Muscat

Sifawy Boutique Hotel

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4.4 / 5
(210)
From
HUF 34,749
Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat
Hotels • Muscat

Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah, Muscat

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From
HUF 88,899
Shangri-La Al Husn, Muscat
Hotels • Muscat

Shangri-La Al Husn, Muscat

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From
HUF 97,268
Jumeirah Muscat Bay
Hotels • Muscat

Jumeirah Muscat Bay

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4.8 / 5
(222)
From
HUF 109,446
Hilton Muscat Al Bandar
Hotels • Muscat

Hilton Muscat Al Bandar

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4.1 / 5
(20)
From
HUF 81,267
Jebal Sifah Resorts
Hotels • Muscat

Jebal Sifah Resorts

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From
HUF 22,908
Doubletree By Hilton Muscat Al Waha
Hotels • Muscat

Doubletree By Hilton Muscat Al Waha

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5.0 / 5
(9)
From
HUF 87,512
Le Sifah Resort Apartments
Hotels • Muscat

Le Sifah Resort Apartments

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4.0 / 5
(5)
From
HUF 31,152

Reviews of Muscat activities

MUHAMAD ****************
2026-10-11 12:38:32
Fantastic 5.0
very good experience to go to this area for nature. muhamad is a good guide and driver. worth for money
Klook User
2026-10-13 16:20:23
Fantastic 5.0
We had a great tour with our guide Mohammed Aldigaishi. Many nice stops to get to know Muscat city. Enough time at each destination. Mohammed was friendly and patient and gave many good information about Oman and the places visited
Klook User
2026-06-18 14:56:49
Fantastic 5.0
very good experience with them. Staff is very supportive and friendly .

Muscat at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Muscat?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
250
200
150
Avg 100Avg
50
0
197
Jan
145
Feb
114
Mar
Quietest 35
Apr
48
May
112
Jun
Busiest 204
Jul
42
Aug
44
Sep
76
Oct
76
Nov
112
Dec

Demand from travellers from Australia peaks in July, at roughly 104% above a typical month, while April is much quieter at about 65% below a typical month — book early for July and expect easier availability and fewer crowds in April. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Muscat cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget.

150
100
50
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Priciest AUD130 Cheapest AUD9
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activity prices are typically around AUD 90; the cheapest month is June at typically around AUD 9, roughly 93% below the priciest month in December — June also falls in the quieter season, so you may find both lower prices and fewer crowds. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

1 daysLast-minute
2 daysTypical
10 daysEarly

Most travellers book only about two days ahead, with the typical lead time around 2 days — this makes Muscat easy for spontaneous trips, though peak months like July may still benefit from earlier planning. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Muscat

Local weather

℉℃
  • NOV - APR
    35°17°

  • MAY - OCT
    40°25°

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1OMR = 859.26HUF

  • Official languages

  • Best time to visit

    Muscat Festival

  • Recommended trip duration

  • Flight time

    When departing from Sydney

What to know before visiting Muscat

What to do in Muscat

Muscat’s bookings on Klook are led by Water activities, followed by Tours, Cruises, Outdoor & sports activities and Museums, so the city suits travellers who want sea time, coastal cruises and guided exploration. Demand swings through the year: July and January are peaks while April is the quietest month, according to Klook booking data. That rhythm means days on the water and organised tours dominate in busy months, while quieter months suit low-key outdoor activities and museum visits. Decide whether you prefer lively peak-season atmosphere or quieter, more flexible planning based on Klook booking data.

When to visit Muscat

Muscat’s busiest pockets are mid-winter and mid-summer: Klook booking data shows July and January among the peak months, while April is the trough with much lower bookings. Prices move differently: median prices on Klook fall through late spring into early winter, with the priciest month in December and the lowest typical price in June. If you want smaller crowds and lower prices, aim for May–June; if you want the peak-season vibe and a full programme of water activities and tours, travel in July or January.

Month Demand Level Typical Price
January Peak demand AUD 118
February Peak demand AUD 121
March Busier than usual AUD 79
April Very quiet AUD 57
May Very quiet AUD 16
June Very quiet AUD 9
July Peak demand AUD 81
August Very quiet AUD 118
September Very quiet AUD 115
October Quieter than usual AUD 109
November Quieter than usual AUD 125
December Busier than usual AUD 130

Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

Tips for travellers from Australia

Most travellers book activities relatively close to arrival: on average people lock things in about 2 days ahead, with the earliest planners booking up to ten days out, according to Klook booking data across markets. That means you can usually be flexible and secure experiences a day or two before travel, but in the peak months named above it pays to book earlier if you have specific water activities or popular tours in mind. Use Klook to browse options, compare typical prices and confirm bookings early for peak dates so you don’t miss the best time slots.

FAQs about Muscat

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