Family outing to Musandam/Khassab on 23rd-24th of May 2014.
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Nice family oriented outing to Musandam on 23rd-24th of May 2014.
For more information on Musandam, please access the below hyperlinks:-
http://wikitravel.org/en/Musandam_Peninsula
http://www.msaoman.com
http://www.musandam.aeMeeting Point: Meeting Point:- ENOC Petrol Station, Ajman on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road towards Ras Al Khamiah, after the Sharjah Shooting Club.
[map]25.36883,55.55681(Enoc Petrol station)[/map]
Meeting time : 0845 Hrs.
Convoy will be leaving sharp 0900 Hrs. sharp
Documents Required:-
1) Valid passport with UAE Residence visa. (Please refer this hyperlink http://www.omanairports.com/visaonarivals.asp for details of nationals who are granted visa on arrival at Oman.)
2) Original & valid registration card (Mulkiya) of the vehicle.
3) Original & valid insurance cover note having Oman coverage (alternatively insurance can be purchased at point of entry)
4) Original & valid UAE driving licenseThis is 2 day Trip with a Dhow cruise scheduled for the 2nd day.
Day 1.
Drive from Dubai/ Sharjah, cross over the border and on the first night,head up into the mountains, via Khor Najd for some amazing views from there, find the track to the Al Sayah Plateau and camp in fields, to escape the heat at a height of close to 2000 feet, chilling out and admiring the views.
Day 2.
The second would be an early morning drive back down into Khasab and a dhow cruise (Dhs250 per person), where we will see dolphins and snorkel around Telegraph Island. Dhow trip has to be booked for an access to Musandam and is mandatory.DHOW CRUISE is half day / 6 Hours program, from 10:30am to 04:30pm approx. and costs AED 250 per person.
Enjoy an unforgettable day cruising along the “Fjords of Musandam” on board a traditionally decorated Omani Dhow, where you can sit comfortably on cushions and carpets while feasting your eyes on the striking scenery. A Dhow trip to the fjords offers an insight into its fantastic landscape. During the Dhow cruise you can cruise into the Straits of Hormuz and discover different villages. The Dhow is anchored at the famous Telegraph Island, where you can swim and snorkel in the clear waters,(Snorkeling gears & life jackets will be provided) there is also the possibility to see dolphins during on the way. Refreshments, soft drinks and mineral water will be served on board and is included in the cost. Dhow trip has to be booked for an access to Musandam and is mandatory.Those interested in participation please register here.
We need to make the reservations with the Dhow Cruise company by Wednesday for them to be able to complete the visa formalities. The Omani border office has to be notified of our reservations otherwise they would refuse to issue the visas upon arrival.
Can’t make this time, will join next time..
I”m very surprised that members are not hurrying to register. Mussandam drive is one of the best drives you can have in this region after crossing the border with the view of the sea on one side and the wadis on the other side.
Apart from the dolphins, snorkelling etc, Khor Najd is a beautiful place to visit. I hope the attached pics will convey more than my words.
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Long weekend with an off for 3 days, 23rd/24th & 25th of May approacing as Holiday for public, private sector announced to mark Isra Wal Miraj on Sunday the 25th of May 2014.
https://7daysindubai.com/holiday-public-private-sector-announced-mark-isra-wal-miraj/
So now that we have a 3 day break we have an opportunity to go for the Musandam trip that was postponed from this week.
Interested members may register their intent to participate.
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