Daymaniyat Islands Nature Reserve

Daymaniyat Islands Nature Reserve

Daymaniyat Islands Nature Reserve
4.5
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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  • poshnosh26
    Walthamstow, United Kingdom125 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beauty
    Omg this has to be the most beautiful island with breathtaking views . We booked with Marmar tourism and the boat ride there was about 45 mins . At the first spot the boat waits while you jump on to do snorkelling with the turtles and you can see all the beautiful fish swim by . They give you the snorkelling equipment . Then you head to the beach where you can either sit and relax or do more snorkelling on the other side . There is also a cliff where you can climb and see some awesome views . Highly recommend
    Visited December 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 28 December 2023
  • EMEMIRIS
    58 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing - well organised trip to a very special place
    We were in very safe hands with a knowledgeable and friendly crew. We saw a group of around 10 turtles feeding and swimming up for air, totally unfazed by our presence. The captain shared his go pro footage with us which we will treasure. The second part took us to a beach / rock area with more snorkelling /walking and views of the most turquoise water I have ever seen. A wonderful day in a wonderful country - highly recommend. Thank you!
    Visited April 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 14 April 2024
  • Kathy T
    6 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Snorkeling experience
    The nature was amazing. The Island was not allowed to visit at this time of summer because they wanted to protect the turtles but we swam and watched fish and turtles under water. Snorkeling was a new experience for me. If you want to see the beauty of Oman sea I recommend this Island.
    Visited June 2024
    Travelled with friends
    Written 25 June 2024
  • Arabian Nights Glamping
    Muscat, Oman70 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    aymaniyat Islands Nature Reserve
    The Daymaniyat Islands Nature Reserve is a true gem of Oman’s natural heritage. With its stunning landscapes, vibrant marine life, and commitment to conservation, it offers a unique and rewarding experience for those who appreciate the beauty of the natural world. Whether you’re a seasoned snorkeler or simply looking for a peaceful retreat, the Daymaniyat Islands are well worth a visit. Contact your agent or sea operators for bookings.
    Visited September 2024
    Travelled with family
    Written 17 September 2024
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Luca P
4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Family
Small archipelago off the coast of Muscat reachable in 40 minutes by speed boat. Possibility of swimming and snorkeling with turtles now accustomed to human presence. Also present are classic colorful reef fish. Small beaches of fine sand and generally a nice setting for a half-day trip. Advised.
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Written 7 January 2024
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Patrick H
La Varenne-Saint-Hilaire, France75 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Couples
Superb place, with crystal clear waters, sea turtles and a beautiful diversity of very colorful fish. It’s a shame that the corals are not in very good condition but this is unfortunately a fairly general trend with pollution and climate change. Lunch on the beach (environmentally friendly) after snorkeling is also super nice. If I come back to Muscat, I will definitely return to the Daymaniyat Islands…hoping to see a whale shark this time.
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Written 27 December 2023
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Arabian Nights Glamping
Muscat, Oman70 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2024 • Family
The Daymaniyat Islands Nature Reserve is a true gem of Oman’s natural heritage. With its stunning landscapes, vibrant marine life, and commitment to conservation, it offers a unique and rewarding experience for those who appreciate the beauty of the natural world. Whether you’re a seasoned snorkeler or simply looking for a peaceful retreat, the Daymaniyat Islands are well worth a visit. Contact your agent or sea operators for bookings.
Written 17 September 2024
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EMEMIRIS
58 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2024 • Couples
We were in very safe hands with a knowledgeable and friendly crew. We saw a group of around 10 turtles feeding and swimming up for air, totally unfazed by our presence. The captain shared his go pro footage with us which we will treasure. The second part took us to a beach / rock area with more snorkelling /walking and views of the most turquoise water I have ever seen. A wonderful day in a wonderful country - highly recommend. Thank you!
Written 14 April 2024
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beatrice g
6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2022 • Couples
Wonderful!
This place is a small treasure in Oman.
We spotted many sea turtles and a rich and incredible quantity of fish.
The team was very professional and friendly. We had a great time and we would love to come back soon.

If you love snorkeling or diving this is the place!
Written 9 October 2022
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Gil
Waterloo, Belgium295 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Couples
We did it privately which is obviously even better - with skipper who swims with us to show us the best places - If you like sea turtles, it's paradise: dozens of them and not scared. Corals not great but quite fishy. Clear water. At midday the beach is unfortunately the envy of all tourists… But magnificent island and setting.
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Written 15 March 2024
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Snei
Muscat, Oman14 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2019
Beautiful location for Scuba Diving - spot whale sharks and turtles.
Went for a day trip with Elite Dive, rented all scuba gear from them and we did 2 dives in 2 different locations in Daymaniyat. Affordable rates and great instructors!
Written 12 November 2019
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Alfreda
Rye, UK23 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2014 • Solo
Daymaniyats are a collection of islands about an hour by boat from Seeb .It is possible to camp on Police Island,with a permit, at certain times of year.The snorkeling off the beach from police island is wonderful with some enormous corals.The little island "Sirah" in deep water was great for turtles.The Daymaniyats are one of my favourite places in the world.
Written 4 December 2014
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Ewa S
77 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2018 • Friends
Al Daymaniyat Islands are just only an hour sail from Muscat. Unbelievably beautiful sea life, like on the Discovery channel. Coral reefs and all shapes and colour of fish: blue and yellow and stripy and silver and small and huge. If you are lucky you can meet a whale shark, about 20m guy that eats plankton and rays graciously passing by. Turtles are residents there. This nature reserve is under UNESCO protection and season for camping is from November until May, however you can snorkel all year round. The best way to go there is with Daymaniat Shells (look at Facebook or google - they have loads of great photos). You have to call them and book in 2 weeks in advance as they are simply the best so in a high demand. If they have no places they will refer you to the other operators. You can message them on Facebook or call +968 9170 3117. Children under 6 yrs old are not allowed. The boat leaves at 09.00 from the marina in Al Mouj (Wave) and you will be back around 14.00 unless everyone wants to stay longer and visit almost unreal beautiful small white beach. For a price of OMR 25 (around £50) you will get more than half a day of amazing adventure. The captain will take you to the places you can spot sharks, rays, turtles, morenas (if lucky) and plentiful of the colorful fish. All you need to take is a sunscreen and hat, they will provide everything else i.e. food, drinks, equipment and towels. Unfortunately you might arrive to the piles of rubbish scattered all over the reef and island. Plastic bottles, plates, containers, food, sanitary towels and bits of toilet paper with all 50 shades of brown. This is due some people from the region leaving their rubbish behind and idiot tourists throwing plastic from the boats (well they claimed it was the wind). Please, spare some time to help the captain to clean. The turtles will love you for it. Please do not behave in the same manner. Don't drop anything, collect your rubbish in the plastic bags and take back to the port with you where you can dispose of them. Let the other enjoy this paradise too. Remember to take: snorkels (if you prefer your own ones), sunscreen, sunhats, swimming suits or bikinis. You won't be disappointed.
Written 19 August 2018
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Jindrich P
Prague, Czech Republic8 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2018 • Friends
I've ben to Oman twelve times, and coming back agian and again. I'v seen almost everything what you can call as "must see" there: the Wadis, desert, corals, fortifications, Nizwa, Bahla, souks, oasis, the canyon, mountains ... But, trust me, this trip to the Islands is really the top! Why? First, as I'm not a diver, I appreciated that the enormous "aquariom is manly in very shallow waters, so that you can easy see everthing just snorkeling. You do not have to look for turtles, the cuttlefish, the angel fish, the table coral etc... They are looking for you! Limited acces to the islands! So that not many peaple there, actually you can really be alon there. If tired of snorkeling, you can go and just lay on the sun on the beautiful beaches. In the morning you can meet the turtles there again...And then, back to the see again! If you are patient you could meet a whale shark, a murena, rays and many others. It'is really worth the money (payed about 50 Eouros last time)
Written 6 January 2019
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