Explore The Arabian Peninsula with Windstar’s Emirates, Qatar & the Span of Oman Cruise

Located on the Musandam Peninsula on Oman’s northern coast, Khasab is famous for its spectacular fjords. Its nickname is the Norway of Arabia, and you’ll be blown away by the contrast between the teal water and the desert landscape. Cruise through the fjords on a traditional Omani dhow boat, and when the boat anchors near Telegraph Island, you’ll have the opportunity to swim in the calm, clear waters. If you’re seeking a mix of natural wonders and culture, consider a 4×4 tour to Jebel Harim, which, at 6,260 feet (about 1,900 meters), is the high point on the Musandam Peninsula. After spending time in the Bedouin village of Sayah, you’ll stop just below the summit of Jebel Harim and marvel at a bird’s eye view of the Gulf of Oman. Near the port, you’ll find Khasab Fort, which was built in the 17th century by the Portuguese. Check out the Bait Al Qufl on display in the courtyard, which is a traditional storage structure unique to the Musandam Peninsula. Translating to “house of locks,” the structure is set below ground level, with a lock system to keep the property safe when occupants moved to the shore to fish during the summer months.