The Sultanate of Oman is a country of breathtaking beauty and amazing contrasts and is the legendary home of Sinbad the Sailor and the Queen of Sheba.

Sparsely populated, with over 1700 kilometres of pristine coastline, Oman is an unspoilt natural environment that rewards the traveller more than the tourist, engaging a true sense of adventure.

Emerging from International isolation only 40 years ago, Oman is famous for its hospitality and features the very best of modern conveniences set amongst an age-old living culture that dates back over 5000 years.

Throughout Oman, the ruins of ancient watchtowers perch on rocky crags, castles invite you to enter a world centuries old and forts impress with their massive and impenetrable walls.

Browse the local markets and spend hours meandering through the alleyways of Muttrah Souq (market) shopping for the latest in Omani gold and silver jewellery and traditional handicrafts, souvenirs, Bedouin jewellery, antiques and perfumes, frankincense, myrrh, spices and the largest cooking pots you have ever seen!

Sample an array of locally cooked curries, rices and flatbreads, sit and sip Kawah, the traditional local coffee, or dine at the finest Omani restaurants.

Travel by 4WD to experience the full majesty of the awe-inspiring scenery; towering canyon walls, immense plantations of date palms, dramatic jagged rock formations thrusting skyward, the seductive Hajar mountains, small intimate villages tucked along the base of, or perched high on the cliffs or the seas of sand that extend as far as the eye can see.

Wallow in warm Arabian seas, cruise the khors (Fjords) of Musandam, or languish in the shade with a soft sun-kissed breeze and an ice-cooled drink. Experience first hand Oman’s rich marine life through diving and snorkeling, see the magnificent Giant Green Turtles or simply let off some steam by going jet-skiing, quad-biking or paragliding.

For the more active and adventurous travellers, why not camp overnight in the desert or enjoy the thrill of dune driving by edging up steep inclines, and driving down at impossible angles and speeds?

Described as the ‘Jewel of Arabia’ travellers will be captivated by Oman’s timelessness and natural beauty.

"Our holiday was very laid back. I alway felt very safe in a strange place. I loved the feeling provided by Ann, that I was not a real 'tourist', and I can honestly recommend a holiday with her."

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