A family holiday should be a perfect blend of fun and adventure. It should let all the members of your family have a great time. Holidays to Oman will give you this and more. Your family can have a great time in the mountains, in wadis and on the beaches to make a memorable holiday. Oman will provide you with experiences that are hard to find elsewhere. A family can plan a night’s sleep under the stars in barsati huts or family hotels. Stay with a Bedouin family to gain the true insight of the tradition and culture of the country.
Oman Family Holidays
Oman has a lot to offer if you are looking to spend a few adventurous days with your loved ones. During the day you can explore the historical forts or have fun at the sea. Adventurous sports like snorkeling and kayaking are available for everyone. The trip can be very educational for the kids as they get to see the turtle reserves and enjoy dolphin watching and bird watching. Boys will love the sand boarding and quad biking. Your family can enjoy a camel safari together or swim in a water filled wadi. Walking and biking in the mountains will make it a fun filled trip for kids on holidays to Oman.
If you want your kids to learn about the country and educate themselves about the traditions of the country, then plan to stay at a Bedouin camp on your holidays to Oman. When you stay with the locals of Oman, you and your family will get to experience the real culture of the Arabs. You can learn about henna painting from an authentic Bedouin family. Pack an overnight bag, sunscreen, towel, sun glasses, hat, t-shirt and swimming costumes. You will need all of this at a Bedouin camp. The trip starts early morning. You can arrange for a local tourist guide to pick you up from your hotel and then get dropped off by afternoon the following day. The trip will take you back in time to the authentic Omani culture with traditional food included.
Oman Samba
The Bedouin camp is usually situated in the interior to give you the true feel of Oman. You’ll pass through the sand dunes and deserts to reach the Bedouin camp where you will simply get transformed to a ‘years-ago’ life. Bedouins make their living by rearing cattle which includes goats and camels. This is perhaps an inherent feature of the Bedouin culture which you will experience on your stay here. The Bedouins are known for their hospitality with their guests. You will be served traditional Arabian delicacies, the taste of which will linger for years to come.
The Bedouins will also entertain you with the local music and dance shows. For your family they will take you for a short ride on the camels. For an overnight stay you are provided with all the facilities like modern tents, bedding and other essentials. Spend a night under the sky gazing at the stars with your family. Enjoy breakfast with the Bedouin family before leaving to Muscat. This is perhaps the best of experiences on your holidays to Oman.
