The easy bay 30–45 minutes from the city.
Calm, mountain-backed, 30–45 min east of Muscat. Any car, free, empty midweek — a quick swim or a sunset, not a whole day. Boat-run beaches: see Qantab Beaches. Hidden snorkel coves: see Sidab.
| Best for | Quick swim / sunset |
|---|---|
| Time needed | 2–3 hrs |
| Swim | Yes |
| Vehicle | Any car |
| Best time | Late afternoon |
| Entry | Free |
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