About this route
The long way there
Oman's coastal route from Muscat showcases the Arabian Peninsula's most dramatic scenery: fjord-like coastlines, traditional fishing villages, mountain passes, and desert wadis. This is a side of Arabia most travelers never see, with excellent roads and welcoming locals.
Must-see highlights
Where to pull over
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Musandam Fjords
Norway of Arabia with dramatic inlets
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Wahiba Sands
Desert dunes with Bedouin camps
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Wadi Shab
Emerald pools and hidden caves
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Sur
Traditional dhow-building town
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Salalah
Monsoon-touched coast with frankincense
Field notes
Traveler tips
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4WD needed for wadi access and desert
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Oman is safe and tourist-friendly
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Dress conservatively, especially at mosques
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The Salalah monsoon (khareef) is June-September
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Camp in the desert for authentic experience