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Turquoise wadis, the vast Wahiba Sands, ancient forts and a stunning coastline β€” Oman is Arabia's authentic, laid-back and spectacularly scenic side.

eVisa πŸ“… Best: Oct–Mar πŸ’΅ $120/day avg
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Capital
Muscat
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Currency
Omani Rial (OMR)
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Language
Arabic
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Best time
Oct–Mar
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Visa
eVisa / Visa on arrival
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Avg daily budget
$50 – $380
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Safety
Very safe
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Main airport
Muscat (MCT)
Overview

Why travellers love Oman

Muscat's grand mosque and souqs, the desert dunes of Wahiba, the green Jebel Akhdar mountains and swimmable wadis make Oman a superb road-trip.

It's safe, friendly and far less developed than its Gulf neighbours.

Where to go

Top places in Oman

The destinations worth building your trip around.

Muscat

Muscat

πŸ—“ 2 days

Grand Mosque, souq and corniche.

CultureCity
Wahiba Sands

Wahiba Sands

πŸ—“ 1 day

Desert camps among golden dunes.

AdventureHoneymoon
Jebel Akhdar / Nizwa

Jebel Akhdar / Nizwa

πŸ—“ 1–2 days

Mountain villages and an old fort.

NatureCulture
Wadis & coast

Wadis & coast

πŸ—“ 1–2 days

Swim in turquoise canyon pools.

NatureAdventure
Plan day by day

Oman itineraries

Ready-made routes β€” tap a duration to see the plan.

Route
Muscat β†’ Wahiba Sands β†’ Jebel Akhdar / Nizwa
Trip length
5 days
Est. budget
$250 – $1,900
1–2

Muscat

Grand Mosque, souq and corniche.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Culture Β· City
3–4

Wahiba Sands

Desert camps among golden dunes.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Adventure Β· Honeymoon
5

Jebel Akhdar / Nizwa

Mountain villages and an old fort.

πŸ—“ 1 day✨ Nature Β· Culture
Route
Muscat β†’ Wahiba Sands β†’ Jebel Akhdar / Nizwa β†’ Wadis & coast
Trip length
7 days
Est. budget
$350 – $2,660
1–2

Muscat

Grand Mosque, souq and corniche.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Culture Β· City
3–4

Wahiba Sands

Desert camps among golden dunes.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Adventure Β· Honeymoon
5–6

Jebel Akhdar / Nizwa

Mountain villages and an old fort.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Nature Β· Culture
7

Wadis & coast

Swim in turquoise canyon pools.

πŸ—“ 1 day✨ Nature Β· Adventure
Route
Muscat β†’ Wahiba Sands β†’ Jebel Akhdar / Nizwa β†’ Wadis & coast
Trip length
10 days
Est. budget
$500 – $3,800
1–3

Muscat

Grand Mosque, souq and corniche.

πŸ—“ 3 days✨ Culture Β· City
4–6

Wahiba Sands

Desert camps among golden dunes.

πŸ—“ 3 days✨ Adventure Β· Honeymoon
7–8

Jebel Akhdar / Nizwa

Mountain villages and an old fort.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Nature Β· Culture
9–10

Wadis & coast

Swim in turquoise canyon pools.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Nature Β· Adventure
✨ Build a custom Oman itinerary β†’
Visa & entry

Oman visa requirements

Visa required?
eVisa for many (some visa-free)
Allowed stay
Up to 30 days
Visa on arrival
Limited
eVisa
Yes (official e-Visa)
Passport validity
6 months
Visa type
eVisa
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Visa rules change frequently. Many nationalities get a short visa-free stay or an e-Visa online before travel β€” check your nationality. Always verify with the official Oman immigration / e-visa website before travelling.

Full Oman visa guide β†’Use the visa checker β†’
Money

Oman budget guide

Budget

$50/day
  • Hostels & guesthouses
  • Local food & markets
  • Public transport
  • Free sights & nature

Luxury

$380+/day
  • 4–5β˜… hotels & resorts
  • Fine dining
  • Private transfers
  • Premium experiences
Full Oman budget guide β†’
Things to do

Top attractions in Oman

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Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque

Muscat's stunning white-marble mosque.

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Wahiba Sands

Desert dunes and Bedouin camps.

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Wadi Shab

Swim through a turquoise canyon.

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Nizwa Fort & souq

Oman's historic interior.

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Jebel Akhdar

Rose terraces and mountain views.

Blog

Oman travel articles

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