Five hours of exclusive boat use from Al Mouj Marina, Muscat to the Daymaniyat Islands Nature Reserve. Choose a morning or afternoon slot, choose your boat (Horizon ONE or Horizon TWO), and set the pace once you’re on the water. Ideal for families, friend groups, birthdays, engagements and small corporate days out.
What’s Included
- Exclusive use of a Horizon Blue boat for 5 hours
- Licensed captain and crew
- Snorkelling mask, fins and life jacket for every guest
- Bottled water and light refreshments
- Flexible itinerary — multiple snorkelling stops at the sites you choose
Not Included
- Ministry of Environment snorkelling permits — charged per person, confirmed at booking
- Catered food (available on request, extra)
How a Private Half Day Usually Runs
- 30 min before — Check-in at Al Mouj Marina, safety briefing
- Depart 8:30 AM or 2:00 PM (your choice at booking)
- +45 min — Arrive at the Daymaniyat Islands
- Two to three snorkelling stops chosen by you with the captain
- Return by 1:30 PM or 7:00 PM — back at Al Mouj Marina
What You’ll See
Hawksbill and green sea turtles year-round, hundreds of species of tropical reef fish, vibrant hard and soft corals, stingrays and moray eels. From August to November, whale sharks pass through the Daymaniyat Islands. Dolphins are common on the boat ride. With exclusive use of the boat, you can spend longer at the most interesting spots.
Boat Options
Horizon ONE — our 36-foot flagship with twin Suzuki 300HP engines. Fast, smooth, up to 12 guests.
Horizon TWO — a cruiser with a generous shaded cabin. Up to 15 guests. Best for families and groups who want more shade and lounging space.
Pricing
250 OMR flat boat charter for the 5-hour slot. The Ministry of Environment snorkelling permit is charged separately, per person — your booking confirmation will include the exact permit fee. There is no per-passenger boat charge: bring 2 people or 15, the boat price is the same.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 250 OMR charge per person or for the whole boat?
Per boat. 250 OMR is the flat charter fee for exclusive use of one of our Horizon Blue boats for 5 hours, no matter the group size up to the boat capacity. Ministry of Environment snorkelling permits are charged separately, per person.
What time does the private snorkelling charter depart?
You choose at booking: a morning departure at 8:30 AM (returning by 1:30 PM) or an afternoon departure at 2:00 PM (returning by 7:00 PM). Please arrive 30 minutes ahead of the slot for check-in and the safety briefing.
What is included in the private charter?
Exclusive use of a Horizon Blue boat for 5 hours, a licensed captain and crew, all snorkelling equipment (mask, fins, life jacket), bottled water and light refreshments. The Ministry of Environment snorkelling permit is charged separately, per person, and confirmed at booking.
How many guests can join a private charter?
Up to 12 guests on Horizon ONE (our 36-foot flagship with twin Suzuki 300HP engines) or up to 15 on Horizon TWO (our cruiser with shaded cabin). The boat assigned depends on group size and availability — let us know your preference at booking.
Can I choose where we snorkel?
Yes. The captain has favourite spots and will recommend the best sites for the day’s conditions, but you set the pace. Within the Daymaniyat Islands reserve we can move between sites, spend longer in the water, or head back early if you want.
Is the private charter good for families, special occasions or photoshoots?
Yes — that is most of what we do on private charters. We host birthdays, engagements, proposals, family days, school groups, and corporate events. Tell us in the booking notes what you have planned and we will accommodate.
Can we bring food and drink?
Yes, you are welcome to bring your own food. Alcohol is not permitted on board. If you prefer, we can arrange catering at extra cost — ask at booking.
What is the cancellation policy?
Full refund if cancelled at least 24 hours in advance. If we cancel due to unsafe sea conditions, you receive a full refund or a free reschedule.