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Tours & Tour Guides in Qurayyat (Muscat), Oman
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Curated with Muscat ShapersThe Muscat hub of the Global Shapers Community, a World Economic Forum youth initiative. They helped gather Oman's regions, attractions and trails.Qurayyat is a city in Muscat, Oman.
Overview
Qurayyat is a coastal fishing town in Muscat Governorate, Oman, southeast of the capital. Known for its old watchtower and lagoon, it is the gateway to the Bimmah Sinkhole, White Beach, and mountain wadis like Wadi Arbaeen.
Best for
- Bimmah Sinkhole (Hawiyat Najm) - White Beach - Wadi Arbaeen - Old watchtower and lagoon - Coastal fishing culture
Best time to visit
October to April (pleasant for the coast and wadis)
Getting there
About 1 to 1.5 hours by car from Muscat city.
Local tips
Stop at the Bimmah Sinkhole on the coastal road for a swim. A 4WD is needed to reach Wadi Arbaeen's upper pools.
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Frequently asked questions
October to April (pleasant for the coast and wadis)