Explore beautiful Oman
Dibba lies along the eastern coast of the UAE, split between into three territories: Fujairah, Sharjah and Mussandam, Oman. An exclave that is encapsulated by mountains to the west and north and sea to the east, Dibba, Oman can only be entered by crossing the UAE border. A sleep fishing coastal town, it is reminiscent of a simpler time in the gulf, before modernisation and urbanisation took over the deserts and mountains.
Nestled on the Strait of Hormuz, Dibba Oman, has a population of less than 30,000. An important port of pre-Islamic Arabia, Dibba was traditionally renowned as a copper-exporting centre for the interior of Oman and was rather prosperous at the time of the emergence of Islam.
Both UAE Residents and Tourists can enter Dibba, so long as they are on a valid visa/have not overstayed. Though there is no passport stamping at the border, documents are needed 4 days before entry to arrange the permits to enter Dibba, arranged by our partnering tour operator.
Dibba is a two-and-a-half-hour drive from Dubai city, just on the border of Dibba Sharjah/Fujairah. After entry into Dibba Musandam, the port is a 10 minute drive.
History of Mussandam Dibba
Many colonial powers and regional kings occupied this tiny place in the past. During Abbasid Caliph Al-Mu’tadid, a battle was fought in the town of Dibba to conquer Oman at the wish of the governors of Iraq and Bahrain. At the time of the Portuguese, it had around four fortresses, and the largest of them is still standing.
Hike
This trail follows the eastern coast of Dibba, ascending from the beach start towards unmarked trails that ascend and descend to stunning views of the coast. A range of local flora can also be found along the route, as well as a few slippers and other personal items as it had once been a smuggling route for people coming from Iran. Our final destination will be a cove area, exposing a beautiful beach and some clear water filled with tiny schools of fish. From here, the speedboat will take us to the Dhow boat to meet up for other activities.
Option 1: Dhow Cruise + Hiking + Camping (2 days)
Day 1
3:30 PM: Meet at the Dibba Border
4:00 – 4:30 PM: Start hike
5:30 – 6:00 PM: Get picked up by speedboat from the beach to the camping site (cove beach area)
7:30 – 8:00 PM: Dinner | Swimming
9:30 PM – Bedtime
Day 2
8:00 AM: Breakfast and morning swim/kayak/paddle board
9:00 – 9:30 AM: Start dhow cruise
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM: Water activities: kayaking, snorkeling, banana boat ride, paddle boarding, swimming, visiting the cave, Optional Deep Water Soloing (climbing above the ocean)
Lunch: open buffet and unlimited beverages (hot and cold)
5:00 PM: back to Dibba port.
Send us a message if interested and we will send you more logistical information for the trip (at the border, packing list, transportation, etc.)
Registration closes at 10 PM, 3 days before the trip, with submitted documents (copy of passport and visa) in order to get necessary permits to enter Dibba, Oman.
Option 2: Full-day Dhow Cruise ONLY (1 day)
8:30 AM: Dibba, Oman border
9:00 – 9:30 AM: Start dhow cruise/meet with the camping group on the 2 day trip above.
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM: Water activities: kayaking, snorkeling, banana boat ride, paddle boarding, swimming, visiting the cave, Optional Deep Water Soloing (climbing above the ocean)
Lunch: open buffet and unlimited beverages (hot and cold)
5:00 PM: back to Dibba port.
Send us a message if interested and we will send you more logistical information for the trip (at the border, packing list, transportation, etc.)
Registration closes at 10 PM, 3 days before the trip, with submitted documents (copy of passport and visa) in order to get necessary permits to enter Dibba, Oman.
- Experienced and certified mountain guide (English speaking)
- Outdoor education, Assistant Guide/s
- First Aid
- Hat
- Backpack
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- 1-2 liters of water (DEC – MAR) | 2-3 liters of water (for the rest of the months).
- Salted snacks and/or fruit for a few hours of hiking with a little extra.
- Hiking boots or trainers with good grip/not worn out.
- Shorts or comfortable hiking pants/leggings.
- T-shirt light pullover for sun protection/warmth in the morning/evening.
- Trekking poles (optional to help with balance or mitigate fatigue).
