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Snorkeler at the surface above a green sea turtle resting on a coral reef
A green sea turtle resting on the reef below a snorkeler
Aerial view of snorkelers at a coral reef with two boats anchored beside a white beach, Daymaniyat Islands
Snorkelers over the reef beside an island beach, seen from above
Group of guests sitting around a table of fresh fruit on the shaded boat deck, with turquoise water and an island behind
Taking a break in the shade between the two stops
Father snorkeling in the open sea with his young child wearing a life jacket
Children snorkel with an adult, always in a life jacket
Woman in a snorkel mask standing at the boat railing, ready to enter the turquoise water
Ready to get in at the first stop

Shared half-day trip · morning or afternoon

Muscat Snorkeling Tour to the Daymaniyat Islands

30 OMR per adult 15 OMR child (3–12) · under 3 free · plus 5% VAT

  • About 4 hours
  • 08:30 or 13:30
  • Seeb Marina, Muscat
  • About 12–16 guests
  • 2 snorkel stops
  • Runs all year

This is our shared snorkeling trip from Muscat to the Daymaniyat Islands, a protected nature reserve off the coast. The boat leaves Seeb Marina at 08:30 or 13:30, the ride out takes 25 to 30 minutes, and the captain picks two snorkel stops on the day. You are back at the marina about four hours after you left.

Masks, life jackets, reserve permits, sandwiches and drinks are included. Non-swimmers and children are welcome. The price is 30 OMR per adult (31.50 OMR with VAT), and you book on WhatsApp.

  • Small groups. The boat takes more than 20, but we keep shared trips to about 12 to 16 guests.
  • Two stops picked on the day for clear water and the best chance of turtles.
  • Shaded boat with a toilet, plus sandwiches, snacks and cold drinks.
  • Beach time on an island from November to April.
  • Full refund if we cancel because of the weather.
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Half-day shared snorkeling

Adults
2
Children 3–12
0
 

Full refund if we cancel for weather. Under-3s go free.

Departures

Morning or afternoon?

Same trip, same price, and turtles turn up on both, in summer and winter. What changes is the heat, the wind and the light.

Morning · our pick in summer

08:30 to 12:30

Meet at 08:15. Mornings are cooler and the sea is often calmer, and the water can sometimes be clearer. From May to October this is the trip we recommend.

Afternoon · lovely in winter

13:30 to 17:30

Meet at 13:15. From November to April the afternoon is warm and comfortable with soft light, and when the sun sets around 17:00 to 17:30 you may see it on the way back. In summer it is hotter, and the sea can get choppier as the wind picks up.

In the end, the weather and the sea on your date matter more than the time of day. The captain picks the best stops for the conditions on both trips.

The day

Your four hours, step by step

Times are for the morning trip. The afternoon trip follows the same plan, five hours later.

  1. 08:15 · Meet at Seeb Marina

    There is free public parking at the marina. Come in modest clothes and change into your swimwear on board. The crew check you in, hand out masks and life jackets, and give a short briefing before the trip starts.

  2. 08:30 · Boat ride out

    About 25 to 30 minutes across the sea to the islands, depending on conditions. The boat is shaded and has a toilet.

  3. First snorkel stop

    The captain chooses the spot on the day. Get in when you are ready, or stay on board and watch.

  4. Second snorkel stop

    A different spot, often with different fish and coral. Turtles are commonly seen, though never guaranteed.

  5. Snacks and drinks

    Sandwiches, light snacks, water and soft drinks are on board. You are welcome to bring your own snacks or fruit too. From November to April the trip also stops at an island beach.

  6. 12:30 · Back at Seeb Marina

    The afternoon trip meets at 13:15 and is back at 17:30.

Woman in a snorkel mask standing at the boat railing, ready to enter the turquoise water
A short briefing from the crew, then you are in

Snorkel spots

How the captain chooses your two stops

Conditions around the Daymaniyat Islands change from day to day, so we don’t run fixed stops. Our captains, Sufyan and Idrees, pick two spots on each trip after checking the visibility, the currents and where the turtles and fish are.

Tell the crew what you would most like to see, such as coral or turtles, and they will try. We can’t promise a named spot, because safety and clear water come first.

Confident snorkelers can make short breath-hold dives where the crew allows it.

Aerial view of snorkelers at a coral reef with two boats anchored beside a white beach, Daymaniyat Islands
Clear water comes first

Marine life

What you may see

The islands are a protected marine reserve. Here is what our crews see, and how often.

Sea turtles Common, all year
Commonly seen around the reefs at any time of year. Give them space and let them swim past.
Coral and reef fish Every stop
Coral reefs with plenty of reef fish. You will see these on both stops.
Reef sharks Seen often
Our crews have seen reef sharks around the islands many times.
Dolphins Sometimes
Sometimes seen on the boat ride. If dolphins are your main goal, our dolphin trip from Marina Bandar Al Rowdha is the better choice.
Whale sharks June to September
Seasonal and unpredictable, sometimes still in October. You only get in the water near one when the crew says it is safe. Read the whale shark season guide

Wild animals are never guaranteed. We don’t chase, touch or feed marine life, and nobody stands on the coral.

First time?

Can’t swim, never snorkeled, or bringing children?

  • You don’t need to swim. Everyone gets a life jacket, and the crew can help you in the water where it is appropriate. You can also stay on the boat.
  • Children are welcome. Ages 3 to 12 pay 15 OMR and under-3s go free. Children stay with an adult at all times, and parents of babies should bring a well-fitting infant life jacket.
  • Not snorkeling at all? Come along and enjoy the boat. The fare is the same, because it covers your seat and the whole trip.
  • Pregnant? The sea can be choppy and the boat can move suddenly, so please check with your doctor before booking.
Father snorkeling in the open sea with his young child wearing a life jacket
Life jackets for everyone, and crew on hand to help

Seasons

Beach time or boat only?

Snorkeling runs all year. From November to April the trip also stops at an island beach. From May to October the beaches are closed for turtle nesting, so we snorkel from the boat.

Snorkeling and diving
Beach landing and camping
Turtle nesting (boat only)
Whale shark chances

Best time to visit the Daymaniyat Islands

What you pay for

What’s included

Included

  • Return boat trip from Seeb Marina
  • 2 snorkel stops chosen on the day
  • Masks, snorkeling equipment and life jackets
  • Marine reserve permits
  • Sandwiches, light snacks, water and soft drinks
  • Shaded boat with a toilet
  • Captain and crew
  • Island beach time from November to April

Not included

  • 5% VAT
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (we can arrange it for a fee)
  • Wetsuits (these come with the diving trips only)
  • Towels and sunscreen
  • GoPro rental
  • Professional photos or video
  • Scuba diving

What to bring

A towel and sunscreen (we don’t provide these), swimwear, sunglasses, a hat, spare clothes, any medication you need, and a waterproof bag or phone case. Bring your own snacks or fruit if you like, especially if you have dietary needs.

What to wear

Please wear modest clothing at the marina, as it is a public place. You can change into your swimwear once you are on board.

Price

Price, with VAT worked out

Adults are 13 and over. Children aged 3 to 12 pay the child fare, and under-3s go free. A 50% deposit confirms your booking.

TripPriceWith 5% VAT
Shared snorkeling tripAbout 4 hours · Seeb Marina · All year30 OMR adult
15 OMR child		31.50 OMR
15.75 OMR

Prices are in Omani rials (OMR). You pay the deposit by secure link with a credit or debit card or Apple Pay.

What you really pay, with VAT

  • 1 adult31.50 OMR30 OMR + 1.50 OMR VAT
  • 2 adults63 OMR60 OMR + 3 OMR VAT
  • 2 adults + 1 child78.75 OMR75 OMR + 3.75 OMR VAT
  • 2 adults + 2 children94.50 OMR90 OMR + 4.50 OMR VAT

Cancelling

Cancel more than 48 hours before departure and you get 50% of the total back, less a 5% payment fee. Within 48 hours, or if you don’t show up, it is non-refundable.

Bad weather

If we cancel because of the weather or the sea, you get a full refund with no deductions, or we find you a new date.

Want the boat to yourselves?

A private boat is 230 OMR for up to 8 people, plus permits, with just your group on board. For 4 adults that is 254.10 OMR with VAT, against 126 OMR on this shared trip.

See the private boat tripAll Muscat boat trips and prices

Getting there

Meeting point: Seeb Marina, Muscat

Every shared trip leaves from Seeb Marina in Muscat. Use the map button to get directions straight to the meeting point.

Hotel pickup isn’t included, but we can arrange transport for an extra fee. Send us your hotel and date on WhatsApp and we will confirm the price before you book.

How to get to the Daymaniyat Islands from Muscat

Meeting point

  • Seeb Marina, MuscatPlus code M5QH+CF, Seeb
  • Arrive 15 minutes early08:15 for the morning trip, 13:15 for the afternoon trip
  • Free public parkingAt the marina
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Questions

Questions about the snorkeling trip

How much does the Daymaniyat Islands snorkeling trip from Muscat cost?

It is 30 OMR per adult and 15 OMR per child aged 3 to 12, and under-3s go free. Add 5% VAT: one adult pays 31.50 OMR, and 2 adults with 2 children pay 94.50 OMR in total.

How long is the trip, and what time does it leave?

About four hours. The morning trip runs from 08:30 to 12:30 and the afternoon trip from 13:30 to 17:30, from Seeb Marina in Muscat. Please arrive 15 minutes early.

How far are the Daymaniyat Islands from Muscat?

The boat ride from Seeb Marina takes about 25 to 30 minutes, depending on the sea that day.

Is the morning or the afternoon trip better?

We recommend the morning in summer (May to October): it is cooler, the sea is often calmer and the water can be clearer. In winter both are good, and the afternoon has warm light and sometimes a sunset on the way back. Turtles are seen on both trips.

Do I need to know how to swim?

No. Everyone gets a life jacket, the crew can help you in the water where it is appropriate, and you can also stay on the boat.

Can we stay on the island?

Not on this trip. From November to April it stops at an island beach, and our overnight camping trip lets you spend a night on the island in the same season. From May to October nobody can land on the beaches, because the turtles are nesting. See the camping trip

Will we see turtles?

Turtles are commonly seen around the islands all year, but they are wild animals, so we can’t guarantee them.

Are there sharks at the Daymaniyat Islands?

Yes. Our crews have seen reef sharks around the islands many times. Whale sharks visit mainly from June to September, and are never guaranteed.

Which snorkel spots do you go to?

The captain picks two spots on the day, after checking the visibility, the currents and the marine life. You can tell the crew what you would like to see, and they will try.

Is there a toilet and shade on the boat?

Yes, the boat has a toilet and a shaded deck.

What should I wear and bring?

Please wear modest clothing at the marina and change into your swimwear on board. Bring a towel and sunscreen, as we don’t provide them. You are welcome to bring your own snacks or food, especially if you have dietary needs.

Is hotel pickup included?

No, but we can arrange hotel transport for an extra fee. Send us your hotel and date on WhatsApp and we will confirm the price before you book.

What happens if the weather is bad?

If we cancel because of the weather or the sea, you get a full refund or a new date. If you cancel more than 48 hours before departure you get 50% back, less a 5% payment fee; within 48 hours it is non-refundable.

Is the trip worth it?

If you want clear water, reef fish and a good chance of turtles within half a day of Muscat, yes. Good to know before you go: sightings are never guaranteed, the beaches are closed from May to October, and the sea can be choppy on windy days.

Other trips

More ways to see the islands

Private boat

The whole boat for your group, in the morning or afternoon. Boat price by group size, plus reserve permits.

Price
From 230 OMR per boat + VAT
Time
08:30 to 12:30 / 13:30 to 17:30 · About 4 hours
From
Seeb Marina, Muscat

Best for: Families, friends and celebrations.

See details

Scuba diving

Discover Scuba is one guided dive with an instructor, no certificate needed, for ages 14 and over. Certified divers get two guided dives.

Price
Discover Scuba Diving: 60 OMR · Certified diving (2 dives): 70 OMR + VAT
Time
Confirmed with the dive team · About 4.5 hours
From
Seeb Marina, Muscat

Best for: Anyone curious about diving.

See details

Overnight camping

Two days and one night on the island: snorkeling, sunset, a BBQ dinner and a night in a tent. November to April only.

Price
100 OMR per adult, 50 OMR per child + VAT
Time
13:30 to about 13:00 next day · 2 days, 1 night
From
Seeb Marina, Muscat · 1 Nov to 30 Apr

Best for: Couples, friends and families.

See details

Guides

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Send us your date, the morning or afternoon trip, and how many adults and children are coming. We will confirm availability and the total, VAT included.

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