About Quantab Beach

Quantab beach is the most stunning beach in Muscat. It is the cleanest beach and the green color is breathtakingly beautiful. The ideal place to be enamored with structural geology, pebbly beaches, fishing, barbeque joints, beach-side sporting activities, natural scenic environs and an abundance of live marine flora and fauna. All this has made Quantab beach the most sought-after beach and converted it into a famous tourist spot. Nearby one can find hotels, restaurants, and refreshments. About an hour's drive from Muscat through beautiful roads along picturesque mountains, this place will truly catch anyone's attention more so during sunset when God's creations come alive in all their beauteous entirety. One can also opt to boat, catch fish, collect stones, etc. People come here in great numbers on weekends to enjoy a day out in the sun, sand and the spray. A great relief in the Omani weather is this sandy beach absolutely worth the time, effort and money spent! Not only the boat ride and a view of the arch but the scenic drive and the clean, unspoiled almost empty beach make it a must visit-site.

Must See

  • Green Water
  • Boat tours
  • Dolphins
  • Water games and activities
  • Birds taking flight from the water and sand
  • Qantab beach's hidden gems
  • Secluded Coves
  • Most memorable and enchanting at around sunset

How to reach

Nuzhah Street through Al Wadi Al Kabir in the direction of the Al Bustan Palace. Take the exit to Qantab Road. Stay on this road for 4 km and then take a left towards the village.

Tips

  • Being stared at and photographed if you are a woman - and especially if you are very obviously a Westerner. Bikinis will make this worse still.
  • Having your possessions stolen from the beach whilst you’re in the sea - this is very rare, but it does happen occasionally.
  • Rubbish/trash, which is increasing here all the time, sadly.
  • Unscrupulous fishermen who renege on agreed prices for boat rides.
  • Great scenery and fairly decent snorkeling opportunities.
  • Some interesting old ruins next to the beach.
  • Nice rocks and cliffs to hike along and explore.
  • Generally calm and clear waters.
  • Proximity to the Shangri-La and Al Bustan hotels and the Oman Dive Centre.
  • There is a small kiosk next to the parking area, which is useful for drinks and basic snacks.
  • Toilets are also available but try and avoid using them.

Visit Time

Sunday:           Open 24 hours.

Monday:          Open 24 hours.

Tuesday:         Open 24 hours.

Wednesday:    Open 24 hours.

Thursday:        Open 24 hours.

Friday:             Open 24 hours.

Saturday:         Open 24 hours.

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Waiting Time

No

 

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

2 to 3 hours

 

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Weather

Clear Sky 25.9°C

 

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