Discover the Untamed Beauty of Ad Dimaniyat Islands

Getting There

• Car

  Start your journey from Muscat city center. Head west on Sultan Qaboos Street (Route 1) towards Al Khuwair. Continue on Route 1 for approximately 60 kilometers. Follow the signs for Al Batinah Highway (Route 1) towards Suhar. After you reach the town of Barka, take the exit onto Route 38 towards Al Musannah. Continue on Route 38 until you reach the coastal road near Al Musannah. Once you reach the coast, you can find the nearest marina, which is Al Musannah Marina. This is where you can arrange a boat to take you to Ad Dimaniyat Islands. Ensure you check in advance for boat availability and schedule.

• Public Transportation

  From Muscat, take a bus to Al Musannah. Buses run regularly from the Ruwi bus station. The journey takes about 1-1.5 hours and costs approximately 2-3 OMR. Once you arrive in Al Musannah, you will need to arrange for a taxi to Al Musannah Marina. The taxi ride should cost around 5-10 OMR. At the marina, you can hire a boat to Ad Dimaniyat Islands. Make sure to confirm the boat schedule and whether you need to book in advance.

• Boat

  Once you arrive at Al Musannah Marina, you can either join a pre-arranged boat tour or hire a private boat to take you to Ad Dimaniyat Islands. The boat ride takes approximately 30-45 minutes. Prices vary depending on the service provider, but expect to pay around 20-40 OMR per person for a round trip. Be sure to check if the boat service includes snorkelling or other activities, as this may incur additional costs.