A traditional type of dhow called Al Boum, once used for transporting people and heavy goods . The dhow is made from the Omani wood Simr. It is 65 ft long and has a seating capacity of 50 people. The dhow in total weighs 46 tones. The style onboard is, of course, traditional Omani with carpet, majilis seating, cushions and lanterns. Sleeping capasity of max 16 people on deck
Available onboard
- Life jackets
- Life raft
- Safety boat
- Fire extinguishers,
- Electricity
- Toilet
- Fishing & snorkelling equipment (on request)
- Stereo (available on request)
- Food (on request)
- Water and soft drinks
What can you will do
- Take a tour around Muscat's stunning coastline with local dhow captain in a traditional Omani dhow, stopping at a secluded bay for Snorkelling.
- A nice sundown cruise with dinner,
- Private charter, you can sleep overnight on the deck.
Dhow departs and returns to Marina Bander Rhowda and timings can be flexible to suit guests depending on previous bookings.
The dhow is great for all occasions
What to bring/wear
- Light comfortable clothing
- Swim suit, Sun cream, sun hat, sun glasses,towel, etc
- Camera. (Under water camera if you would like to take shots snorkelling)
Costs
Prices are start from 25 Rial each person for a trip
Private charters 300 Rial for 2 hours and 100 Rial for each after
Over night charter, excluding food from 500 Rial
