Sur Walking Tour
Sur, Oman
Why Walk Sur
Sur has been a major maritime trading port for centuries, connecting Oman to East Africa and India. The city's dhow boatyard is one of the last places in the Arabian Peninsula where traditional wooden sailing vessels are still built by hand. Ras al-Jinz, just outside the city, is one of the most important green sea turtle nesting sites in the Indian Ocean.
Free Sur Walking Tour with Roamee Pro
Roamee Pro offers a free Sur walking tour with audio narration. Explore Dhow boatyard, Ras al-Jinz Turtle Reserve, Al-Ayjah watchtowers, plus hidden gems like Wadi Shab and Bimmah Sinkhole, without booking a group tour.
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Must-See Stops in Sur
- •Dhow boatyard — one of the last working yards where traditional wooden dhows are built by hand
- •Ras al-Jinz Turtle Reserve — a protected beach where green sea turtles nest, with guided night viewing
- •Al-Ayjah watchtowers — stone watchtowers along the coast dating to the city's maritime trading era
- •Sur lighthouse — a picturesque lighthouse at the tip of Al-Ayjah peninsula
Hidden Gems in Sur
- •Wadi Shab — a stunning canyon with turquoise pools and a hidden waterfall reached by swimming through a slot
- •Bimmah Sinkhole — a dramatic limestone sinkhole filled with turquoise water, between Sur and Muscat
Walking Tip
Turtle watching at Ras al-Jinz requires advance booking and takes place at night. Wadi Shab involves a boat ride and a hike — bring water shoes.
Best Time to Visit
October through April for comfortable temperatures. Turtle nesting peaks June through September.
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