Exploring Oman

Qantab & its ten beaches, Oman

Qantab & its ten beaches

One fishing village, ten beaches, three rials.

Qantab looks like one small beach until a local boat takes you around the corner: coves and beaches strung along the cliffs, most reachable only by sea. A short ride costs a few rials and skips every hike.

Best forBoat-hop beach day
Time needed2–4 hrs
SwimYes
BoatsSeveral operators on the beach — prices vary by season, group size and per-person vs whole-boat. Agree before boarding
On offerBeach drop-off & pick-up · sunset tour · dolphin watching · banana boat · jet ski
VehicleAny car to Qantab
EntryBeach free, boat is the cost

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