Photo of Al Ayjah Fort (Al Hamooda Fort)
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Tourist Attraction

Al Ayjah Fort (Al Hamooda Fort)

30-45 min 0.5 OMR Ash Sharqiyah South Family-friendly
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Al Ayjah Fort (Al Hamooda Fort) is a top attraction in Sur, Ash Sharqiyah South, Oman.

Entry
0.5 OMR
Duration
30-45 min

About

Al Ayjah Fort is a small restored fort in Al Ayjah village in Ash Sharqiyah South, Oman, guarding the lagoon mouth opposite Sur town. Visitors visit the fort interior and ramparts for lagoon views.

Location

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Main tour image for Private tour| 3-Day / 2-Night All-Inclusive Oman Coastal Experience (Muscat → Bimmah Sinkhole → Fins Beach → Tiwi Pebble Beach → Sur → Al Ayjah Bridge → Al Ayjah Lighthouse → Dhow Factory → Night Turtle Watching → Pink Beach)
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Private tour| 3-Day / 2-Night All-Inclusive Oman Coastal Experience (Muscat → Bimmah Sinkhole → Fins Beach → Tiwi Pebble Beach → Sur → Al Ayjah Bridge → Al Ayjah Lighthouse → Dhow Factory → Night Turtle Watching → Pink Beach)

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From399 OMR/ per person

Available Guides

Local guides available near this attraction

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Noof

Nature lover, tourist attractions

German · English+1

From38 OMRwhole group

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October 1 to March 31
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Shoulder Season (Transition Months)

September 20 to October 10
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Winter Beach & Snorkelling Season

October 1 to April 30
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Desert Winter Camping Season

November 1 to March 31
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Wadi & Canyoning Season

October 1 to April 30
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Camel Racing Season

September 20 to February 28
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Oman National Day

November 18 to November 19

Frequently asked questions

  • 0.5 OMR