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

Available Tours

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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)

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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4x4

Noof

Nature lover, tourist attractions

German · English+1

From38 OMRwhole group

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Seasons in this region

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October 1 to March 31
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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

  • Entry to Al Ayjah Fort (Al Hamooda Fort) costs 0.5 OMR.