Khasab

Khasab stakes its claim as Oman’s fjord town, a port that feels more like a coastal enclave than a conventional cruise stop. Its signature experience is an intimate voyage into Musandam’s dramatic fjords aboard traditional dhows, where sheer limestone walls rise from glassy emerald water and pods of dolphins ride the bow wake. From the water you glimpse cliffside villages and hidden coves perfect for snorkeling, swimming, or a quiet lunch on deck as the sun paints the scene in burnished gold. The itinerary threads together the Musandam Peninsula’s rugged landscapes with day trips to Telegraph Island and the red‑tiled forts of Khasab, offering a taste of Oman’s seafaring heritage and Persian Gulf crossroads. The fleet favors small-group exploration and hands-on immersion: agile traditional dhows for intimate fjord cruises, modern speedboats for swift crossings, and glass‑bottom tenders that reveal rainbow reefs without leaving the boat. Onboard services emphasize genuine hospitality: locally sourced cuisine blending seafood with Gulf spices, Arabic coffee and dates on arrival, attentive crew, and optional add-ons like guided snorkeling, cultural talks, and spa-inspired relaxation after a sun-filled day. The setting itself—remote, wind-sculpted, and still largely off the beaten path—sets Khasab apart, offering a slower, more authentic travel tempo than many ports, while still carrying a clear thread to the region’s Portuguese legacies and maritime history, and a sense of stories and legends—trade routes, curios and a touch of intrigue—that linger in the harbor long after you sail away.