Sharing Day Trip · UNESCO-Class Marine Reserve

Daymaniyat Islands
Snorkeling Trip

Often called the "Maldives of Oman", the Daymaniyat Islands are nine protected islets off Muscat, with white sand, clear water, coral reefs and the chance to swim with sea turtles on a relaxed day trip.

  • 8:50 AM · 1:00 PM
  • Max 16 guests
  • 28 OMR adult · 15 OMR child · Under-5 free
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Daymaniyat Island - the Maldives of Oman

The Daymaniyat Islands (officially Al Dimaniyyat Islands Nature Reserve) are an archipelago of nine small islands sitting roughly 16–18 km offshore between Muscat and Barka. The reserve has been on the UNESCO World Heritage tentative list since 1997 and is widely described as a UNESCO-class marine reserve — making it one of the most protected and best-preserved snorkeling spots in the entire Arabian Gulf.

The water runs from bright turquoise to deep sapphire, the sand is almost white, and the protected reefs are home to sea turtles, reef sharks, moray eels, rays and clouds of reef fish. Our sharing day trip runs from Seeb Marina with two or three snorkeling stops, full gear supplied and a light lunch on board — one of the easiest, best-value escapes from Muscat.

Panoramic view from Daymaniyat Island
Clear sea water from Daymaniyat Island
Aerial view from Daymaniyat Island

What to expect on the Daymaniyat snorkeling day trip

  • Sharing day trip from Seeb Marina with a 25-minute boat ride to the islands
  • Snorkeling at 2–3 spots inside the UNESCO-tentative Daymaniyat marine reserve
  • All gear supplied — mask, snorkel, fins and a life jacket for every guest
  • Professional guide on board, plus entry tickets, water and juices, light lunch (sandwiches) and seasonal fruits on board
  • Free underwater photos from our GoPro — yours to keep and share after the trip
  • Marine toilet on board, free parking at the marina, group size up to 16 guests per boat

Who the Daymaniyat Islands trip is for

This sharing day trip is ideal for couples, families, solo travellers, photographers and small groups of friends who want a relaxed day on the water with everything organised. You don't need to be a strong swimmer — the guide short-staffs groups to make sure beginners and children get plenty of attention in calm, shallow spots. The only thing to bring is a towel, sunscreen and a sense of adventure; we handle the rest.

A Man's snorkeling in Daymaniyat Island
Illustration of Ali welcoming guests with open arms

Book your seat on the Daymaniyat Islands sharing trip — turtles, white sand and clear water, the easiest way into a UNESCO-class marine reserve, with everything included.

  • Adult: 28 OMR
  • Child (5–12): 15 OMR
  • Under 5: Free
  • Optional BBQ (chicken / meat / fish): 35 OMR per group — add at booking

Boat capacity: up to 16 guests. Free parking at Seeb Marina. Please bring your own towel.

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Drinks & Snacks upon request

A light meal and plenty to drink are already included on every Daymaniyat trip — water and juices, fresh sandwiches, and seasonal fruits are served on the boat between snorkeling stops. You don't need to pack anything except a towel and sunscreen.

Want to upgrade the day? Add an on-board BBQ at booking — chicken, meat or fish, freshly grilled on the boat, for 35 OMR per group. It's the most popular add-on and fills up fast over weekends, so let Ali know at the same time you reserve your seats.

Daymaniyat Islands Trip Itinerary & Practical Info

Half-day sharing trip from Seeb Marina, Muscat

Itinerary — meet 8:50 AM, back 1:00 PM

Visitors at Seeb Marina before boarding the boat to the Daymaniyat Islands

  1. 08:50 — Meet at Seeb Marina

    Arrive at Seeb Marina for 8:50 AM, free parking on site. Welcome on board, safety briefing and gear fitting (mask, snorkel, fins, life jacket) by our professional guide. Water and juice waiting for you.

  2. 09:00 — Boat departs

    The boat leaves at 9:00 AM sharp for the ~25-minute crossing to the Daymaniyat Islands, with views back towards the Muscat coastline all the way.

  3. 09:30 → 12:30 — 2–3 snorkeling stops

    Three and a half hours on the water visiting 2–3 different snorkeling spots inside the reserve — chosen on the day for the best visibility and the most wildlife. Expect to see reef fish, moray eels, rays, and with a bit of luck green and hawksbill sea turtles.

  4. 12:30 — Light lunch on board

    Heading back, the team serves a light lunch of sandwiches and seasonal fruits (usually watermelon). Upgrade to the on-board BBQ at booking — chicken, meat or fish, freshly grilled, for 35 OMR per group.

  5. 13:00 — Back at Seeb Marina

    We dock back at Seeb Marina by 1:00 PM. Your free underwater photos from our GoPro are shared with you on the same day.

What's Included · Pricing · Add-ons

Snorkeling mask, fins and life jacket set up on the Daymaniyat boat

  1. Included in every ticket

    • Snorkeling equipment & life jacket  • Island entry tickets  • Professional guide  • Water & juices  • Light lunch (sandwiches)  • Fruits (watermelon)  • Underwater photos (GoPro)  • Free parking at the marina  • Marine toilet on board.

  2. Pricing

    Adult: 28 OMR   Child (5–12): 15 OMR   Under 5: Free. Boat capacity is up to 16 guests per trip. Please bring your own towel.

  3. Optional add-ons

    On-board BBQ (chicken / meat / fish): 35 OMR per group. Add it at booking — BBQ slots fill up quickly on weekends.

Practical Information — when, where and what to bring

Coral garden with reef fish at the Daymaniyat Islands Nature Reserve

  1. Where & how to get there

    The reserve sits ~16–18 km offshore of the Muscat–Barka coast. Our day trip departs from Seeb Marina in the Al Seeb district, with the crossing taking around 25 minutes. Free parking is available at the marina, and the meeting time is 8:50 AM for a 9:00 AM departure.

  2. Best season & wildlife

    Excellent conditions from October to April, with peak visibility in January and February. The reserve is famous for its green and hawksbill sea turtles, vibrant coral reefs, reef sharks, rays and whale sharks (the latter most likely from May to October). Bring reef-safe sun protection and a towel — nothing else required.

Frequently Asked Questions.

The Daymaniyat (Al Dimaniyyat) Islands are an archipelago of nine protected islands about 16–18 km offshore of the Muscat–Barka coast. Our sharing day trip departs from Seeb Marina in Al Seeb — the boat ride takes around 25 minutes, and free parking is available on site.

Sand-white beaches, water that fades from turquoise to sapphire and protected reefs full of marine life — the Daymaniyat Islands have more than earned the nickname. Unlike the Maldives they are only a 25-minute boat ride from Muscat, which makes them one of the easiest "tropical" day trips in the region.

The reserve has been on the UNESCO World Heritage tentative list since 1997 and is widely classified as a UNESCO-class marine reserve — one of the most protected snorkeling spots in the Arabian Gulf.

Expect colourful reef fish and corals at every stop; moray eels and rays in the deeper parts; and a strong chance of seeing both green and hawksbill sea turtles. From May to October, whale sharks are also occasionally seen in the area.

Meet at Seeb Marina at 8:50 AM, boat departs at 9:00 AM sharp, and the group is back at the marina by 1:00 PM. The crossing is roughly 25 minutes each way, with about 3.5 hours of snorkeling at 2–3 spots.

Adults 28 OMR, children (5–12) 15 OMR, under 5 free. An optional on-board BBQ (chicken / meat / fish) is 35 OMR per group. All gear, entry tickets, lunch, fruit, water and underwater photos are included.

No. Every guest wears a life jacket, the guide plans the stops around the group's comfort, and the shallow reefs are perfect for first-time snorkelers. If you can float and breathe through a snorkel, you can enjoy the trip.

Bring a towel, sunscreen (reef-safe where possible) and your sense of adventure — we handle everything else. Boat capacity is up to 16 guests, with a marine toilet on board and free parking at the marina.

Send a WhatsApp message or use the booking form on this page with your preferred date and the number of adults / children. Add the BBQ if you want it (35 OMR per group) and Ali will confirm your seats the same day.

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