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Ras al Jinz turtle reserve: 2 days / 1 night

A two-day eastern-coast itinerary with an evening visit to Ras al Jinz reserve and a stop at Wadi Bani Khalid.

Omani coastline in morning light
Photo by Canary · Omani coastline.

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The programme

Eastern coast and turtle reserve

Times : Pick-up at 09:00 on day 1; return around 15:00 on day 2.

  1. Day 1: follow the coast via Quriyat, Wadi Shab, White Beach and Sur’s dhow yards, then continue to Ras al Hadd.
  2. In the evening, visit Ras al Jinz reserve in search of turtles; sightings are never guaranteed.
  3. Day 2: swim and take a short walk at Wadi Bani Khalid, have coffee with a Bedouin family, then return to Muscat.

Included

  • One night at Turtle Beach Resort or similar, in a twin room.
  • A 4x4 and English-speaking guide are planned.
  • Lunches and breakfast with drinks, reserve permit and camel ride.

Price per person: OMR 310 for 1 person; OMR 170 each for 2; OMR 135 each for 3; OMR 120 each for 4.

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Ras al Jinz Turtle Reserve says hatchlings are best seen from May to September. Turtle sightings are never guaranteed.

Questions about this excursion

Are turtles always seen?

No. The reserve does not guarantee sightings. It says the best period to see hatchlings is May to September.

What are the pick-up and return times?

Pick-up is listed at 09:00 on day one, with return around 15:00 the next day.

What accommodation is included?

One night at Turtle Beach Resort or similar in a twin room is listed; confirm the exact property.

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