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Islands & Coast · Muscat
Al Fahal
الفحل
Photo: Al Fahal east side.JPG · Wusel007 · CC BY SA 3.0 (licence)
Before you go
8 facts, each with its source- Time needed Half a day — the boat timetable decides Source: editor · category default
- Best season October–May Source: editor · category default
- Difficulty Easy — the crossing can be rough Source: editor · category default
- Family friendly Yes Source: editor · category default
- Facilities Nothing mapped nearby — bring water, expect no toilets Source: osm · no facility mapped within 800 m
- Drones Permission required from CAA Oman — approvals have been suspended at times in 2026, so confirm the current position before you travel Source: official · national rule · Civil Aviation Authority (CAA Oman) · checked 2026-09-05
- Dress Oman expects shoulders and knees covered in public. Sun cover, and something for spray on the crossing. Source: editor · category default
- Elevation 0 m Source: srtm · NASA SRTM 30 m model
Not confirmed for this place: 4x4 needed · Entry fee · Opening hours · Wheelchair. Know one of these? Tell us →
Safety notes
- Boat trips depend on sea state; operators cancel in rough conditions. Bring reef-safe sunscreen and respect marine-reserve rules.
Editor notes, reviewed 2026-09-02
How far is it?
- 27 mfrom Muscat Airport (MCT) · 29 km
- 18 mfrom Muscat (Mutrah) · 15 km
- 2 h 2 mfrom Nizwa · 175 km
Road distance and driving time from OpenStreetMap routing, without traffic. Mountain tracks are often slower than the router thinks.
When to go
October–May- J
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- A
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ComfortableToo hot
Boat trips depend on sea state; operators pause in rough summer seas.
Source: editor · category default · 2026-09-02. Category default set by the editor — a verified per-place season replaces it.
About & Sources Al Fahal
Al Fahal is a island or stretch of coast in Muscat, Oman. Entry fee, opening hours and vehicle requirements have not yet been verified for this page — the fact box says so plainly rather than guessing, so check locally before you go. For this kind of place the comfortable season is typically October–May. Nearby: shark island, Ras Al Hamra Club Beach and Port of Mina Al Fahal.
At a glance
- Islands & Coast · Muscat
- Season: October–May (editor default)
- 1 open-data source · verified not yet
Photos
Photos from Wikimedia Commons, each with its author and licence.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Al Fahal?
Typically October–May for islands & coast. Boat trips depend on sea state; operators pause in rough summer seas.
How long do I need at Al Fahal?
Half a day — the boat timetable decides (guidance for this category).
What facilities are there at Al Fahal?
Nothing mapped nearby — bring water, expect no toilets (source: osm).
How high is Al Fahal?
About 0 m above sea level (source: srtm).
Where is Al Fahal?
In Muscat (OM-MA), Oman, at 23.6808, 58.5011 — near shark island, Ras Al Hamra Club Beach and Port of Mina Al Fahal.
Who can take you there
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