White sand, turquoise water, mountains behind.
The default beach camp on the Sur road, 1.5 to 2 hrs from Muscat, any car, free. No facilities at all: bring water, shade, food and a bag for your rubbish.
| Best for | Camping / swimming |
|---|---|
| Time needed | Half day–overnight |
| Swim | Yes |
| Vehicle | Any car |
| Facilities | None, bring everything |
| Entry | Free (wild camping legal) |
From Exploring Oman, a guide by Hussain, a licensed Omani tour guide. 50 places are free to browse right now, each with the drive, the walk in, the entry fee and the right month.