Bassa Beach — Khasab — Beach in Musandam, Oman

About Bassa Beach — Khasab

A sandy beach with palm umbrellas near Khasab jetty port, just 5 minutes walk from the ferry terminal. Has restroom facilities and serves as the departure point for dhow cruises into Musandam's dramatic fjords.

Khasab is the capital of Musandam and the gateway to the fjords. The beach itself is small but pleasant, and the town's weekly market and fort are nearby.

Highlights

Dhow cruise departure point

Khasab Fort nearby

Ferry terminal access

Fjord views

Best time to visit

Best

Okay

Avoid

This month

Wildlife you might see

🐬Dolphins

🦅Seabirds

Facilities

🅿️

Parking

🚻

Toilets

⛵

Boat hire

Location

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Getting there

Fly from Muscat to Khasab (~1 hr), or drive via UAE through the Tibat border crossing (~5 hrs). Beach is adjacent to Khasab port.

~350 km (~5 hrs via highway, or fly)

Tips before you go

Book a half-day or full-day dhow cruise from here — the fjords are spectacular

Dolphins are almost guaranteed on the dhow trips

Carry your passport if driving via UAE

The weekly Thursday market in Khasab sells fresh fish and local goods

🏊 Swimming🚶 WalkingDhow cruise baseFerry terminal

Ready to visit Bassa Beach — Khasab?

Free entry — no booking needed.
Check tide times and bring plenty of water.

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