FIXED DEPARTURE. Birding adventure to discover the Sultanate’s avian treasures.
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4WD
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1-8 Pax
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English / Arabic
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All meals as in the Itinerary
Overview
Oman Birding Adventure, fixed departure (private option available) designed and led by experts covers raptor hotspots, endemic species, and unique birding sites for an unforgettable trip. On this expedition we will explore the Sultanate’s famous birdwatching sites as well as some of our own secret spots. We will explore diverse and unique birding habitats including: pristine beaches, breath talking lagoons, mountains, steep valleys, desert oasis and farms, remote islands and tropical areas. We will track rare & iconic bird species. We will explore Oman’s unique cultural & Adventure Activities.
Book Oman Birding Adventure. Enjoy the Sultanate dramatic landscapes – from towering dunes to mist-shrouded mountains – create a birding paradise unlike any other. This Arabian gem offers thrilling encounters with endangered raptors, rare endemics, and spectacular migrations, all set against a backdrop of ancient forts and frankincense trails.
Highlights
- Witness hundreds of Steppe Eagles (Oct–Mar) in one of the world’s most important migration corridors.
- Enjoy the excitement of birdwatching in Oman which lies at the crossroads of avian biodiversity, more than any other country in the world.
- Explore a mixture of a long list of birds from Europe, Asia & Africa.
- Close encounters with Ospreys and wintering Eagles.
- Explore the unique marine life & snorkeling in the turquoise waters of the Sea of Oman & the Arabian Sea.
- Enjoy a diverse range of dramatic landscapes including the deep-green wadis, the Hajar Mountains, the pristine white sandy beaches, and the monumental desert dunes at Empty Quarter.
- Discover the unique wildness of Oman.
- Meet the endangered Arabian Oryx and learn about Oman's efforts to preserve its unique wildlife.
- Enjoy the natural beauty of the tropical Dhofar due to the monsoon.
- Explore the Sultanate rich heritage and culture.
- Discover the land of the frankincense UNESCO key sites.
- Enjoy 5 nights at overlooking the Indian Ocean.
- Overnight in the desert sand surrounded by the pristine dunes under a dome of stars.
Itinerary
Day 01 :
ARRIVAL
Welcome by Panorama Travel representative at Muscat International Airport, followed by transfer to the hotel.
- You will receive detailed itinerary after reservation.
- 2 weeks before the start of the trip you will receive the final updated itinerary.
- Birding every day and in each site visits will be decided by our guide based on best birding conditions.
Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 02 :
EXPLORE ISLAND RESERVE & THE HISTORIC MUSCAT
- Explore the unique nature of national reserve Islands. The reserve is an important breeding site for sea turtles and Sooty Falcon.
- Wander around One of the oldest Souqs in Arabia and discover the old Muscat and the 17th century Portuguese forts.
Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 03 :
EXPLORE THE CAPITAL GARDENS, LAGOONS & WETLAND
- Explore Muscat’s wetlands, an excellent site for various eagles and waterbirds.
- Explore one of the best gardens for the most common and familiar birds.
Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 04 :
EXPLORE THE RAPTORS VALLY & THE COSTEL LAGOONS
- Explore Muscat’s wetlands, an excellent site for various eagles and waterbirds.
- Explore one of the best gardens for the most common and familiar birds.
Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 05 :
EXPLORE THE ARABIAN SEA PRISTINE BEACHES & REMOTE ISLANDS.
- Explore the fishing villages. The fish industry makes this sites the best beach to observe the seagulls and more than dozen of turns.
- Embark on an adventure to birding on remote Islands. This site attract many rare birds including the Carp Plovers.
- Turtle watching (based on the season). The island is one of the main nesting site for three sea turtles.
Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 06 :
EXPLORE MASIRA BIRDING SITES, PRISTINE BEACHES & LAGOONS.
- Early morning we embark to explore the largest nesting sites for the endanger Egyptians vultures.
- Explore the island farm. The location of the island attract many rare species lie the Oriental White Eye, Eurasian Wryneck, Indian Silver Bill, Arabian Lark, pied kingfisher and many more.
Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 07 :
EXPLORE THE WETLAND RESERVE & THE MANGROVE LAGOONS
- Morning adventure to the wetland reserve . The wetland has proven to be a great place for rare and unusual birds, especially during migration. Including the Caspian plover, Eurasian Golden Plover, Pacific Golden Plover
- Discover the coastal lagoons mangroves. The typical birds in these habitats are the large wading birds (herons, ibises, spoonbills, and flamingos), a good selection of ducks and waders as well as grebes.
Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 08 :
EXPLORE THE PINK LAGOONS & ARABIN SEA LAKES
- Early embark to discover the hidden pristine sandy beaches of the Arabian Sea with its beautiful pink lagoons. The breath-talking sites attracts many birds mainly the Greater Flamingos, Herons, Plovers, Turns & Gulls.
- Discover the National Oryx Reserve.
- Explore some of the permanent water sources and desert gardens that attract hundreds of migratory birds and sandgrouse.
Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
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Standard guest house in the central desert offers an easy access to the desert oasis & the Empty Quarter (private rooms with private toilets/showers).
Day 09 :
CENTRAL DESERT BIRDING
- We embark to explore birds in the central desert. The drive through the desert will not produce many birds, but a stop at the various oases, lush green areas, and water sources may be rewarded with excellent sightings.
- After investigating the lost city of (UBAR) the Atlantis of the Sand.
Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
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(Private rooms with private toilets/showers) surrounding with the golden dune.
Day 10 :
DISCOVER THE DESERT FOOTHILL OF DHOFAR MOUNTAINS
- Early morning start birding on the palm date desert oasis. The desert oasis is the main stopping point for migratory birds as well as resident birds in particular reed warbler bird, Sandgrouse, Desert Larks and many other unexpected species.
- Embark on 4WD adventure exploring desert valley tracking the Macqueen’s Bustard & raptors mainly Falcons.
- Explore the UNESCO Natural Frankincense Reserve.
Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 11 :
EXPLORE NATURAL RESERVES LAGOON & SPRINGS
- The many coastal lagoons will hold Greater Flamingos, Eurasian Spoonbills, and Glossy Ibises throughout the year, and a variety of ducks during winter.
- Explore the birding sites around Salalah including visits to springs, wadis & Sumaharm UNESCO archeological site.
- Night Observation (To be decided by the expert).
Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 12 :
EXPLORE DHOFAR GARDENS & HIDDEN VALLYS
- Explore Dhofar Birds in the gardens, and farmlands. The gardens and foothills at Dhofar’s Springs are good places for the Dhofar specialties, such as Abyssinian White-eye, Cinnamon-breasted Bunting, African Paradise Flycatcher, Rüppel’s Weavers, Shining and Palestine Sunbirds, Black-starts and many other common birds.
- Explore Dhofar natural wonders: We will discover one of the world largest sinkholes, caves and stunning hidden (wadis) valleys.
- Night Observation (To be decided by the expert).
Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 13 :
DAWN BIRDWATCHING & CULTURAL WONDERS
- Embark on early morning birding to the western national reserves. The stunning sites and the valley we will explore to today are home of many rare & endemic birds in the region include the Arabian Partridge, Sand Partridge, Arabian Warbler, Broad-billed Sandpiper, Yemen Siren, Baillon’s Crake in addition to raptors like the eastern imperial eagle.
- Short boat ride to explore shearwater birds including Wilson’s Storm Petrels & Persian Shearwater.
- Explore Al Baleed site & visit the Frankincense Land Museum.
Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 14 :
DEPARTURE
Transfer to Salalah International Airport
Breakfast
Inclusions & Exclusions
Cost Includes
- English speaking birding expert guide.
- 13 night accommodations in locally rated 3 or 5 star hotels.
- Meals from breakfast on day 2 to breakfast on day 14
- Transportation in 4WD.
- Bottled water, snacks and refreshments.
- All entrance fees.
- All gov. taxes including service charge & VAT tax.
- Day by day morning brief and evening meeting with the expert.
- Gears: high beam torches for night observation, high definition spotting scope, camouflages, Panorama Travel identification App. of +960 images, picnic gears .. etc
Cost Excludes
- Gratitude.
- Travel insurance.
- Any expenses that are not particularly mentioned in the inclusion list.
Join Our Fixed Trip Starting Date
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Guaranteed Available PackagesTuesdayNovember 4, 2025MondayNovember 17, 2025OMR 1,510Available
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Guaranteed Available PackagesWednesdayNovember 4, 2026TuesdayNovember 17, 2026OMR 1,510Available
Practical Information & Considerations
- 30 days is the deadline to book the Oman Birdwatching Adventure.
- The trip can be book as private option at any dat you wish, please inquire us for the the availability.
- Activities and site visits are subject to change due to weather and other circumstances. Your guide will decide the best fit
- Visit sites where you encounter steps, cobbled streets, and uneven ground
- Comfortable, conservative clothing, good grip footwear, a small backpack, a cap, and sunscreen are suggested
- The charges are per person based on the number of people on the tour. If you require any customization for your Oman birdwatching tour, please get in touch with us with details.
- Check travel aware.
- See Oman weather
Physical Endurance
All Panorama Travel programs require that participants have a good degree of fitness enabling 3-4 hours of walking a day. However, if you have any doubts about your ability to this manage Boat Trips in Muscat, please ask our travel counselor whether Muscat dolphin watching is a suitable trip for you.
Terms and Conditions
- Advance payment is required to reserve the Salalah Birding Adventure.
- Balance payment 21 days before the tour start.
- Force Majeure applies.
- If you decide to cancel your booking the following charges apply:
- 21 full days prior to tour – 100% refund.
- 10-20 full days prior to tour – 50% refund.
- Less than 10 full days before the tour = No Show – 0% refund.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is this a private tour?
This is a fixed departure shearing tour?
When and where does the tour start?
The tours start by welcoming you at Muscat International Airport on day 1.
When and where does the tour end?
The tour ends in Dhofar by paying farewell to you at Salalah International Airport on day 14.
Is the trip available for private booking?
Yes, you can book this trip for a private option do you , you friend and companions.
What is the traveling distance?
About 3,400 KM including 600KM off-road
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By Beatrice Ullrich(Oman)December 3, 2023 THANK YOU VERY MUCHAGAIN FOR OUR LOVELY TOURDear Badar It‘s only one week since we are back and we find ourselves in a completely different world - snow covers leafless trees , chimney fires give warmth, all our needed locations like shops,restaurants etc are found in walking distance or easy reached by public transport. No more luxury vehicle and broad roads , but a tiny Peugeot and narrow streets, no more guidance and advice by a skilled , friendly and smiling Badar - we are back to reality and daily routine. Thank You very much again for our lovely tour in Oman and all the best to You and all family. Best regards Beatrice Michael will send You more about birds one day but it will take some time.
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By Michael Zieger(Oman)November 26, 2023 WE PREFER A LOCAL AND ECO-FRIENDLY TRAVEL AGENT, THEREFORE WE CHOSE PANORAMA TRAVELWhenever possible, we prefer a local and eco-friendly travel agent („buy local“). Therefore we chose the Omani company Panorama Travel for our birding excursion throughout Oman. Panorama Travel is not a dedicated „birds only“ tour agent, so we got a panoramic overview of nature, culture, history, and costumes of Oman as well as many bird „hot spots “. Quite a number of well-known birding sites held only a few or fewer birds, so, luckily, our guide Badar chose several sites barely or never visited by international travelers. All in all, we saw some 128 birds including 27 species new to us. Although we did 4000 km mostly on excellent roads, off-course also some 800 km off-roading, traveling was very pleasant. The food was excellent, and the people were very friendly. our very experienced guide loved to show us his country and explained everything very well. In brief, we had a wonderful time! And we wish to thank Panorama Travel for all their efforts. Many greetings from our +3° area :) Michael & Beatrice
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By Iveta Bubikova(Oman)November 17, 2023 A WONDERFUL TOUR, WELL PLANNED & EXPERTS WITH ALL ARRANGEMENTSThe planning and attention to detail from office staff and guides were excellent. Badar & Mousa proved to be an amazing team. Both possessed a great sense of humor and were very good in their respective roles. The guide's knowledge of birds and plants is incredible and their ability to explain the ecological interactions between plants, insects, and birds was brilliant. Every evening, they reviewed the day’s bird checklist with us, and we discussed the possibilities for the next day. Overall, it’s not just a birding trip. It’s an adventure that exceeded my expectations! We had a wonderful time and we are looking forward to joining the next adventure with Panorama Travel. All the best from Prague Iveta
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By Vladislav Bubik(Oman)November 17, 2023 BEYOND EXPECTATIONSThe itinerary for this trip is well-thought-out and provides an excellent way to experience the birds, natural beauty, biological diversity, and culture of Oman. Our guide is on not only the bird species, behaviors, and habitats but also on agriculture, wildlife, and vegetation. Our accommodations were very nice and the food was very delicious. We left Oman with many great memories and over 250 new avian experiences. How often do you get to experience a gazelle, vulture, and red fox right outside of your hotel?!?! Thank you Panorama Travel. Well done Vladislav Bubik
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By Alejandra Arias(Oman)October 29, 2023 TRIP AND COMPANY BOTH HIGHLY RECOMMENDEDHi, We are trying to settle back down from traveling for 2 weeks in your beautiful country. Thank you from all of the 7 of us to all of your team especially Reem & Ahmed. The trip was very well-researched and planned, with flexibility when required. The experience of the guides and their knowledge of all things natural was just wonderful! The wildlife viewed was amazing! Best wishes, Alejandra & Friends
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