Ultimate Oman and Tanzania

Escape for a remote and mountainous luxury beach retreat in Oman to spend your days basking in the sun and exploring the rugged surrounds of Zighy Bay. Then you’ll get your adrenaline pumping as you embark on an immersive safari experience in the lesser explored Selous Game Reserve in southern Tanzania, tracking wildlife in an open safari vehicle and on foot. This itinerary is a sensational combination of indulgence and adventure in faraway but easily accessible destinations.

Musandam Peninsula, Oman & Selous National Park

9 nights private tour from GBP £6,400

Journey highlights

Two remote countries in one incredible trip, made seamless by the excellent flight connections with Emirates.
Zighy Bay has a phenomenal location on a golden sandy beach, with emerald ocean on one side and otherworldly mountainous scenery on the other.
Sand River’s lakeside location means you’ll be spoilt with wildlife sightings, as you laze on your private veranda gazing out with a gin and tonic in hand.
Explore the Selous’ waterways by boat, observing hippos, crocodiles and vibrant birdlife.
Ultimate itinerary:A harmonious blend of authenticity and superlative luxury, our Ultimate Journeys are designed for the discerning traveller, providing unparalleled insider access and exclusive luxury private experiences

Our tailor made journeys include:

Your dedicated Travel Consultant who will take care of arrangements
Private international airport transfers in destination
Your own private, English-speaking local guides
Unique experiences, hand-picked by our Journeys team
Entrance to must-see local sites
Dedicated 24/7 team providing in-country support and guidance
Complimentary access to My Scott Dunn – industry-leading travel app providing pre-departure information and in-journey support

When to visit

Best time to visit

Good time to visit

Average time to visit

The best time to visit Oman is between November and mid-March, when the cooler air brings the mountain scenery sharply into focus and daytime temperatures average 25°C. For the rest of the year, much of Oman is oppressively hot and hazy, particularly between May and August.

Sand Rivers is closed in April and May. Tanzania is a large country, with a varied climate. Generally, the long rains run from March to May - the temperature is warm and the humidity is high. June to October is the long dry season, typically considered the best months for game-viewing as the wildlife is more concentrated around water sources and the grass is grazed and trampled down. Selous and southern Tanzania is typically hot and humid from December to May, without a dry period to break up the rains, so travel is not recommended during the British winter months.

Itinerary

Fly to Dubai

Day 1-6

Musandam Peninsula, Oman

Touching down in Dubai International Airport, you’ll be met by your driver and transferred by 4x4 through this mountainous region. For a truly unique way to arrive at Zighy Bay, you can paraglide from the top of the mountain behind the resort and watch the emerald waters unravel before your eyes as you descend down on the powdery sand beach. If this James Bond style entrance isn’t quite what you had in mind, then you can arrive on a speed boat from Dubai’s harbour, or carry on driving through the spellbinding scenery in a 4x4. This barefoot luxury resort mimics a traditional Omani village and is tucked away in a cove, encased by jagged mountains and the glistening ocean, making the perfect escape to spend your days basking in the sun with doses of adventure to enjoy in between. Settle into your serene private villa and plan your days ahead.

There is no shortage of activities to enjoy in the surrounds of Zighy Bay. Venture through the trails of Musandam for some phenomenal viewpoints or grab a kayak and paddle along the rugged coastline. Snorkel over the incredible reefs brimming with marine life or dive into the depths in search for turtles and stingrays. For something really special, book a sunset cruise and feel the romance of the Musandam Fjords as you watch the sky turn a vivid orange hue. Back at the resort, your dining experience is a real highlight here, as you relish on fine cuisine in a secluded alcove or along the private beach, before reclining in total comfort at Cinema Paradiso on the beach under a blanket of star constellations.

Accommodation: Six Senses Zighy Bay ( 5 nights )

Day 6-10

Selous Game Reserve, Tanzania

From this off-the-grid beach retreat you’ll soon be on your way to the wilderness area of the Selous Game Reserve in southern Tanzania, to begin your safari adventure. You’ll catch a flight from Dubai to Dar Es Salaam, where you’ll hop onto a light aircraft to the Selous. Flying low over this labyrinth of waterways, wetlands and verdant forests you will arrive at the airstrip and meet your guide who will game drive you to Sand Rivers. You will feel completely at one with nature as you arrive at your wilderness home, which is embedded along the Rufiji River. Sand Rivers has a simplistic luxury about it and each room opens up to the sights and sounds of the wild, so early morning’s won’t be difficult here as you awake to gentle bird calls and a magical sunrise from the comfort of your king size bed.

Experience freedom as you never have before as you venture out in open safari vehicles in search for wildlife such as elephants, lions and giraffes. Feel your senses awaken as you embark on a walking safari, spotting the tracks of the rare African wild dog and meandering past the river, before spending the night under a blanket of stars as you camp out under canvas in the depths of the wild. Enjoy a boat safari on the Rufiji River and observe the vibrant colours of kingfishers as you float past pods of hippos, whilst gazing out at a herd of elephants drinking from the water’s edge, kicking up the dust in the glow of the evening sun. The choice is yours.

Accommodation: Sand Rivers Selous ( 4 nights )

Fly home

We design each itinerary around you, so this suggested itinerary is a starting point that we can tweak or transform into something completely bespoke to you.
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Price Guide: ( based on double occupancy and includes international flights)

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November 2024	GBP £6,400	GBP £1,000	plan your trip
December 2024	GBP £7,600	GBP £1,100	plan your trip
January 2025	GBP £8,800	GBP £1,300	plan your trip
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September 2025	GBP £8,800	GBP £1,300	plan your trip
October 2025	GBP £8,800	GBP £1,300	plan your trip

November 2024
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Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.

Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.

Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £6,400
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GBP £1,000
December 2024
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Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.

Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.

Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £7,600
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GBP £1,100
January 2025
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Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.

Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.

Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £8,800
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GBP £1,300
February 2025
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Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.

Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.

Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £6,400
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GBP £1,000
March 2025
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Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.

Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.

Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £6,400
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GBP £1,000
June 2025
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Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.

Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.

Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £6,400
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GBP £1,000
July 2025
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Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.

Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.

Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £7,600
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GBP £1,100
August 2025
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Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.

Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.

Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £7,600
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GBP £1,100
September 2025
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Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.

Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.

Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £8,800
Deposit from*
GBP £1,300
October 2025
Price from ^*

Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.

Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.

Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
GBP £8,800
Deposit from*
GBP £1,300
plan your trip

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