Travel and transport agencies Oman

Anapia Voyages, based in Aix-en-Provence and Saint-Jean-de-Luz, was created by Sylvia, a Peruvian living in France for more than thirty years. The richness of its programs, with a focus on culture and nature, is based on the experience of its employees. What's the best thing about Anapia Voyages? The handmade approach, which starts with an attentive listening of your desires and the precise follow-up of your trip, the mixture of unavoidable sites and improbable places; in short, a customized travel diary guided by your desires! The destinations have been tested by our team of specialists.

Need to escape, want to go off the beaten track? Push the door of Horizons Nomades, a travel agency unlike any other, almost confidential in this alley in Strasbourg, but one that lovers of beautiful travels know how to find. The frame already transports you elsewhere, nothing standardized, exotic or oriental furniture, unusual objects, sculptures, masks and African jewellery set the tone here and there, and awakens the instinct to travel if you didn't have it! The welcome is up to your expectations, we take the time to listen to you, we exchange and we prepare a tailor-made trip, in particular conditions of discovery of countries and peoples sometimes unknown, and that is what makes the difference with the other brands. With Horizons Nomades, luxury does not depend on the number of stars in a hotel facility, luxury is being found almost alone or in a small group, with an experienced guide. Hiking in preserved landscapes, camel trekking, bivouacs and nights under the stars, local cuisine, cultural sharing, it is another art of travelling. Destinations make you dream...

A true creator of tailor-made trips, Terres Lointaines is a recognized specialist in long-haul flights to more than 30 destinations, including Malaysia. You will be seduced by its competitive prices and its transparency. Thanks to a rigorous selection of local partners and a wide choice of accommodation of small capacity and charm, Terres Lointaines offers quality trips and off the beaten track. The circuits can be extended infinitely to suit all desires and budgets.

Europcar is the world's leading car and utility rental company, with a strong presence in Oman. It has several branches in Oman, located in hotels in Muscat and Salalah, and in each of the airports of these two major cities. As always, Europcar offers a wide range of quality vehicles and guarantees the best price on the market at the time of booking, whether for a compact car or a luxury vehicle. The different models are presented on the website and online booking is possible.

With more than 5,000 branches worldwide and a wide range of vehicles for rent, Avis is well known. In Muscat, the company has three counters/branches: at the airport, Al Bustan Hotel and Intercontinental Hotel; in Salalah, it has one counter at the airport and another at the Salalah Holiday Inn. Upgrades are available for regular Avis customers who benefit from loyalty bonuses. To book and manage your car rental easily, download the Avis application on your smartphone.

Budget Rent A Car was the first international car rental company to set up in Oman, in 1981. It also offers the widest choice of European, American and Japanese cars, with a fleet of no fewer than 2,000 vehicles: sedans, 4x4s, luxury vehicles (Audi, Jaguar, Land Rover...). Short- and long-term rental and chauffeur-guide services on request for guided tours of Muscat and circuits in the sultanate. Airport counter and several agencies throughout the country. Fast, quality service.

Set up in the calm of the lagoon, the place is especially worth the detour for its traditional wooden dhows. Some sailors offer walks there, either off the coast of Sur or as far as Ras al-Hadd. A more common option is to go around the lagoon on a motorboat to see the boats, but also the hills with watchtowers. Negotiate the rate and length of the walk on site with the kids or fishermen who are available. Beware, the activity is subject to the vagaries of the tide!

This great Musandam specialist is run by an ultra-professional Omani and French-speaking team, which is its main asset, as well as its responsiveness and friendliness. In addition to the classics (guided tours of Khasab, 4X4 safaris in the mountains, dhow cruises, trekking, mountain biking, kayaking...), it owns the only luxury yacht on the peninsula (Rubba) for an immersion into the depths of the fjords - a unique experience! Also organizes overnight stays in bivouacs or on more traditional dhows.

Mark Tours is first and foremost a reliable and well-known tour operator, active in Oman for over 25 years, offering the usual services of a good agency: holiday reservations, transfers, day excursions, multi-day tours, etc. For rental, it offers a fleet of over 400 vehicles, including 4x4s (mainly Toyota) and luxury cars, in addition to traditional models. On-demand chauffeur service and quality services, with vehicles delivered anywhere in the country.

Salam Air is to the sultanate what Ryanair and Easy Jet are to Europe: a low-cost airline, with services to be customized (purchase or not of a meal tray, addition of baggage, etc.), but which allows you to fly at lower prices to certain countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa. Within the sultanate, Salam Air offers flights to the main cities, linking Muscat with Salalah, Sohar and Duqm. To date, it is also the only airline to offer flights to Masirah Island.

Directours is a tour operator that sells directly to the public, without going through travel agencies. Its brochure is only available on the Internet, which has the advantage of keeping up to date with the latest promotions. Stays, weekends, individual trips à la carte, flight+hotel offers, car rental, advice from specialists who know the destination and constantly updated prices, Directours focuses on the quality of the product by offering the lowest possible prices. Estimates on request, and assistance 7 days a week during your trip.

This tour operator organizes immersion trips in small groups of 4 to 8 participants. Nature, Culture and Encounters are the keywords of the trips offered in 80 destinations far away from our western culture. In collaboration with local partners, Explorator offers several formulas (Discovery, Family, Tailor-made...). As culture passersby, the best guides will share with you their immersion in local life, encouraging spontaneous encounters with the locals. Trips that adapt to all desires.

Accompanied and advised by one of these passionate experts, true specialists in travel in France and abroad, you will build together the "trip of your dreams" and discover secret addresses and off-the-beaten-track experiences during tailor-made itineraries. Your consultant will welcome you in the agency's "Travel Space": a cosy lounge with a large screen projection of the essential stages of your future trip, to meet your expectations, and even beyond, and create a truly authentic tailor-made trip!

La Balaguère is an agency specialized in walking and cycling trips. It offers trips with or without a guide, for families or small groups, for all levels, from beginners to experienced walkers. She takes you to the end of the world, but also (and especially!) in the Gers. Her stay "Between culture and gastronomy, happiness is in the Gers" mixes 3 hours of walking daily and visits of cultural and patrimonial sites : Flaran Abbey and Valence-sur-Baïse, Auch, Larressingle and Condom, Gondrin and the hills of Armagnac.

This travel agency offers very attractive prices. We'll organize the cheapest possible trip for you, and the one best suited to your requirements and the services you want. You can travel in private service for two people or more, at your own pace, with the best guides, thanks to the receptives selected by AURIGE - GROUPE MELTOUR. You'll also be able to attend the most popular traditional festivals and celebrations in the country you wish to visit. AURIGE - GROUPE MELTOUR offers a reliable service.

The diving specialist could only be from Marseilles! From the Indo-Pacific pool  to the Caribbean, via the Indian Ocean and the Red Sea, AMV conceives cruises and stays to discover the most famous spots of diving in the world. The agency also receptions you at the airport, prepares your plane ticket, your transfer in ferry and the hotel. More than 200 offers in nearly 40 countries.

Organizing and booking a trip with Magic Arabia is a guarantee of quality and a top of the range service. In Muscat or by mail, a team always available and speaking several languages (including French) is listening to develop a customized stay with each traveler. Original experiences are proposed, new excursions, visits and unexpected meetings... in the company of specialized guides. An important asset: Magic Arabia has superb fixed or mobile and private Magic Camps for exclusive and exceptional stays.

Climats du Monde offers a wide range of tours, and can also help you tailor a trip to suit your desires and budget. Themed tours to suit every taste. Request a free online quote. A passionate, professional team is on hand to answer your questions and help you create a trip that's 100% your own. The "Orchids" and "Unusual Thailand" tours will let you discover the mysteries of Bangkok for a week or 10 days.

Operational since 2014, Otaxi is a reliable and transparent company dedicated to facilitating cab travel in Oman by connecting cab drivers (white/orange cars) with their customers through a smart app. With some 3,000 drivers available and as many vehicles of all sizes, Otaxi has a considerable range of options and can meet all kinds of needs, with economical, VIP or downright luxury packages! The Otaxi application is user-friendly and pricing is transparent.

Marhaba is an Omani government-approved cab and transport service. Drivers are trained to accompany customers from one point to another, but can also act as tour guides to help them discover the country. Several types of package are available: metered trips, hourly rates, etc. Simply download the app, register and let yourself be guided. The app is very easy to use, and billing is transparent. In short, it's a convenient, no-nonsense cab service!

Since camping is free and authorized everywhere in the Sultanate, Oliver, a German who has lived in Oman for 10 years, had the idea of creating this agency specialized in organizing private guided tours and renting roof-tents, camping equipment and 4x4 vehicles. In advance of the trip, a personalized quote is drawn up according to your wishes and budget. On arrival in Muscat, a debriefing is organized at Active-Oman's Muscat headquarters, for a few final tips before the big adventure.

Trips like no other. Trips at your own pace to experience all kinds of adventures, not far from here for a hike in the Vercors or at the end of the world for a photo safari in Botswana. A small experienced team is at your disposal to propose you a trip adapted to all your desires. You will find in this agency personalized advices, original and off the beaten track trips. Flights, with or without guide, various accommodations, hiking, cultural trips..

Monde Authentique allows you to build your own trip, according to your desires and your budget, a trip that looks like you, that meets the least of your requirements, that comes as close as possible to your imagination. The team of creators also offers you ideas to enhance your trip, examples of discovery tours, but also a selection of accommodations to design your itinerary together. Monde Authentique is designed for travelers with a deep knowledge of travel and a taste for new experiences.

Privilèges Voyages is a travel agency located in the 8th arrondissement of Paris. With more than 30 years of expertise, it offers tailor-made trips all over the world. The Privilèges Voyages team emphasizes refinement and luxury, and is committed to creating unforgettable experiences for its customers. The agency offers ultra-personalized service at every stage of the trip, with a dedicated advisor to accompany customers before, during and after their journey. Privilèges Voyages is also a partner of major hotel chains, offering exclusive benefits to its customers. In addition to travel booking, the agency offers a range of complementary services such as visa handling, online seat reservation and check-in, organization of private excursions and exclusive tours, and much more. Privilèges Voyages is registered with the "Atout France" tourism development agency and has financial guarantees.

Aya is a tour operator specializing in the Middle East, the Arabian Peninsula and the Indian Ocean. It was created by the tour operating department of Kurban Tour, a group that has been present in this region for over fifty years. In 2006, Aya Désir d'Orient was born, tour operating department of KTS Voyages. Today, the travel offer has been enriched and the name of the agency has evolved into Aya Désirs du Monde. From the "all inclusive" formula to the creation of a 100% tailor-made trip, from a stay in a resort to a cultural tour, all options are possible.

Terre et Nature Voyages is a specialized agency for all lovers of the sea. Led by a team of enthusiasts, the agency uses its expertise to offer unique stays. Whether kitesurfing, windsurfing, sailing or diving, this tour operator scours the oceans for the best spots. Terre et Nature Voyages offers adventure, discovery and culture. Trekking, hiking, dog sledding, canoeing, sailing, mountain biking, trail running, multi-sport raids, cruises... all await you! Several emotionally-charged stays.

Since camping is free and authorized everywhere in the Sultanate, Oliver, a German who has lived in Oman for 10 years, had the idea of creating this agency specialized in organizing private guided tours and renting roof-tents, camping equipment and 4x4 vehicles. In advance of the trip, a personalized quote is drawn up according to each person's wishes and budget. On arrival in Muscat, a debriefing is organized at Active-Oman's Muscat headquarters, for a few final tips before the big adventure.

The Omani National Transport Company offers a remarkable network between the various districts of Muscat and the country's main cities in air-conditioned buses with wifi. On the website, it is possible to make simulations to obtain departure times and locations, as well as fares, which are rather low - the bus being the most economical way of getting around in Oman. This international-standard company aims to develop public transport in Oman and, at certain times of the year, offers packages with the National Ferries Company.

Exclusive is one of the best ways to immerse yourself in the culture of a country and share a privileged experience with a group of up to ten women, ready to explore the sultanate together and exchange views on their respective cultures with Omani women of all social ranks - entrepreneurs, artists, housewives, etc., city dwellers or Bedouins. Due to the local culture, this kind of encounter is often only possible in this kind of context, as Omani women are much less easy to cross paths with than men.

Passionate tour guides have decided to come together to create an agency that wants to make the trip a moment of conviviality, and small scale stays, never more than 12 participants, while respecting the populations and the environment. Several Planet Discovery tours pass through the city of Ōsaka including the original "Japanese Notebooks", discovery and creativity that will introduce you to calligraphic writing, haiku but will also allow you to meet artists in the fields of manga, printmaking or raku.

With Terres de Charme, go on a tailor-made or organized trip to discover the wonders of Myanmar, in "the footsteps of Buddhism" and according to your desires. A stay in 13 days and 10 nights where you will travel through Burma through the usual more or less traced path. From Yangon, to the marvellous plain of Bagan, its temples and ruins. Then of course, the Inle Lake, its acrobatic fishermen and floating gardens, before coming to seek the calm of the Bay of Bengal on the superb beach of Ngapali for a few nights.

Passionate and led by European and Omani experts, this Italian agency on a human scale, partly French-speaking, does not offer simple stays, but experiences focused on emotion - Al Koor's keyword. Beyond the discovery of the unmissable, the tours focus on the hidden wonders of the sultanate and in particular the desert, which the company specializes in - immersion of several nights. The tendency is to explore the other way round, to camp in exclusive places without sacrificing anything in terms of comfort - high level à la carte services.

This human-sized tour operator dedicated to the design of 100% customized trips has a great expertise on the Middle East (Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Iran, Israel, Jordan, Oman) and the Indian Ocean (Maldives, Mauritius, Seychelles, Zanzibar). In addition to tailor-made trips, you can also discover Dubai through numerous combined tours such as "Abu Dhabi desert and Dubai" in 7 days, "United Arab Emirates tour" in 8 days or "Around the Emirates" in 8 days, but also packages with the Sultanate of Oman and the Maldives.

Hud Hud Travels, a pioneer of luxury private mobile tented camps, is first and foremost a high-standard receptive travel agency capable of putting together tailor-made trips for couples, families, groups of friends, incentive groups or expeditions. Sustainability and eco-commitment are at the heart of Hud Hud's philosophy, as is the privileged discovery of local culture and the Sultanate's greatest natural beauties off the beaten track. On the seaside, the company is the first to offer cruises on a modernized luxury dhow.

This 100% Omani receptive and eco-committed to responsible tourism, was created by the very friendly Ahmed, a professional tour guide and an expert of the destination who has been traveling in all directions for years. He offers a classic 8-day tour or tailor-made tours for individuals and groups, with English, German or even French-speaking guides (if booked well in advance). Thanks to their network, Ahmed and his team also offer excursions and immersions all over the country, including meals in local homes.

With its vast, bare landscapes, mountains and deserts, and its peaceful inhabitants, Oman is an ideal country for re-centering and recharging your batteries, and Philippe from Wellness Arabia understands this. A yoga and mindfulness meditation enthusiast himself, he began developing products in the 2000s. Today, on request, he offers individual or group courses in sound therapy, breathing, meditation or yoga. Philippe speaks English or French, and if he's not available, a highly professional English-speaking team works with him.

Passionate and led by European and Omani experts, this Italian agency on a human scale, partly French-speaking, doesn't offer simple holidays, but experiences centered on emotion - Al Koor's keyword. Beyond the discovery of the must-sees, the tours focus on the hidden wonders of the sultanate, particularly the desert, where the company is a specialist - immersion for several nights. The trend is to explore upside down, camping in exclusive locations without sacrificing comfort - high-level à la carte services.

The Sultanate goes electric with scooters. More and more inland cities (such as Nizwa) as well as seaside towns, these little machines can be hired to get around or even to visit - and Sur, with its long corniche and the touristy but quiet Al Hayja district, lends itself very well to this gentle mode of transport. Among the locals, it's mainly young people, and boys in particular, who rent out scooters - an atypical way of taking a photo!

Operational since 2014, Otaxi is a reliable and transparent company dedicated to facilitating cab travel in Oman by connecting cab drivers (white/orange cars) with their customers through a smart app. With some 3,000 drivers available and as many vehicles of all sizes, Otaxi has a considerable range of options and can meet all kinds of needs, with economical, VIP or downright luxury packages! The Otaxi application is user-friendly and pricing is transparent.

Marhaba is an Omani government-approved cab and transport service. Drivers are trained to accompany customers from one point to another, but can also act as tour guides to help them discover the country. Several types of package are available: metered trips, hourly rates, etc. Simply download the app, register and let yourself be guided. The app is very easy to use, and billing is transparent. In short, it's a convenient, no-nonsense cab service!

Several major international brands (Opinion, Budget Rent a Car, Europcar, Hertz…) are represented in the sultanate, through a network of agencies often located in several places in the capital and sometimes in the country. At the same time, local companies also offer their services, at often lower rates.

In general, the price of a class A (Toyota Yaris or Mitsubishi Lancer) is starting at 18 RO per day. Degressive rate per week. Rental of a 4 x 4 is at least 38 RO per day. To have a driver, add around 15 RO per day for 8 hours driving.

Attention: the providers listed below are already in the "Transport" section of Mascate and also in the other cities where they have an antenna (such as Salalah). Therefore, we only communicate their main coordinates. For more details, see the internal headings.

A counter at Muscat Airport, another in Salalah and several antennae in major hotels in the capital.

Connections Shinas - Khasab or Shinas - Dibba, or vice versa in the other direction, by ferry, once or twice a week depending on destination - ask about the days, as this can change according to the season. NFC operates two of the world's fastest ferries: comfortable, 65-metre Australian boats travelling at 56 knots, with a capacity of around 200 passengers: 172 in Tourist class and 28 in Business. Onboard catering service (lunch, snacks, tea, coffee...), satellite channels, a choice of films and entertainment for children.

Located in the city of Salalah, Plus la Valeur Rent a Car is a car rental agency offering a wide range of vehicles to meet travelers' needs. Their site offers detailed information on the services offered, as well as the rates and benefits of renting a car with them. Whether for short-term or long-term rental, Plus la Valeur Rent a Car is committed to offering attractive deals and reliable cars to ensure customers' peace of mind. They also offer limousine services for those wishing to travel in style and comfort.

Horseback riding and equestrian safaris, this is what this team of passionate riders offers.

This agency specializes in exceptional trips, and more particularly in the most beautiful diving destinations. The team is made up of passionate divers who have already visited the proposed spots themselves. With them, you can explore the wilds of Asia, tour India by motorcycle or simply relax in a luxury hotel in the Maldives. The team is made up of travel consultants who specialize in certain destinations, and give sound advice on safety, region by region.

Founded in 2003 by three enthusiasts of the desert landscapes of southern Africa, African Tselana has now become Tselana Travel and offers a wide range of destinations on all continents for travel away from the usual tourist circuits. Tselana Travel combines your desires (adventure, unusual, romantic, family, desert, honeymoon, diving, zen, safari ...) with its extensive knowledge of destinations to offer a custom trip incomparable placed under the sign of luxury and refinement.

Les Éclaireurs du voyage, a tour operator specializing in made-to-measure travel, offers a quality product prepared by specialists. Whether you're looking to discover a particular country, or prefer a particular type of trip (e.g. family, car-free or with a focus on animal observation), these specialists will be delighted to work with you to discuss your wishes and build the trip of your dreams. Special mention must be made of our "Surprise Trips": for those times when you're in the mood for the unknown!

Salam Air is to the Sultanate what Ryanair and Easy Jet are to Europe: a low-cost airline, with customizable services (purchase or not of a meal tray, addition of baggage, etc.), but which allows you to fly at lower prices to certain countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa. Within the sultanate, Salam Air offers flights to the main cities, linking Muscat with Salalah, Sohar and Duqm. To date, it is also the only airline to offer flights to Masirah Island.