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Travel TipsSnorkelling in Oman in Summer: Why the Hot Months Are Better Than You Think
Everyone assumes Muscat in summer means hiding indoors. Out on the water it's a different country: the sea is at its warmest and calmest, whale shark season is in full swing, and the boats are quieter. Here's how to do a summer snorkelling trip properly — hydration, sun cover and all.
Marine LifeWhale Shark Season in Oman: When and Where to Swim with the Giants
Whale sharks pass through Oman's waters every year from roughly June to November, peaking from late August to early October — and the Daymaniyat Islands are one of the most reliable places in the Gulf to meet one. Here's the honest guide from the crew who are out there daily.
Travel TipsSnorkelling the Daymaniyat Islands: The Complete Guide from Muscat
How to get to the Daymaniyat Islands from Muscat, what you'll actually see underwater, the best season to go, prices, permits and what to bring — written by the crew who run the route every day.