Cross the Strait of Hormuz and discover the culture of the Sultanate of Oman

Your Boat

• Rubba
• 6 total cabins
• 12 people max
• 5 crew members

Take a seat aboard the Rubba, a magnificent 31-metre-long luxury yacht. This boat, which looks like a floating hotel, has all the comforts you need for a magical stay, with a local crew to look after you. The main deck has a terrace with cushions, ideal for sunbathing at any time of the day. You will also find a lounge area sheltered from the sun. The crew offers you international cuisine, made with local produce. Finally, the sun deck opens onto the cockpit and is perfect for enjoying the mountainous landscape. At the stern, the swimming platform will allow you to go down into the water in complete safety.

• Equipped kitchen
• Refrigerator
• Barbecue
• Television
• Sound system
• Bar (softs only)
• Lounge
• Snorkeling equipment
• Fishing equipment
• Two-man kayak

Important:No alcohol will be served on board. However, you can bring some with you (e.g. by buying it at the duty free in Oman or the Emirates).

The owner reserves the right to replace with a different boat model of the same quality and performance

Your Cabin

This boat has 6 double cabins (4 standard cabins and 2 suits). All cabins are air-conditioned and equipped with portholes, storage space (cupboard and drawers), a mirror, a smoke detector and a bathroom with private toilet.

Itinerary of your cruise

During your cruise, you will sail (maximum 6 hours per day) through the famous Strait of Hormuz, which separates the Persian Gulf from the Gulf of Oman. Although isolated, the Musandam peninsula offers breathtaking scenery and small charming villages with friendly inhabitants. Your swims will be the occasion to make wonderful underwater discoveries in the middle of hundreds of fish. On a clear day, you will even be able to see the Iranian coast.

The itinerary may be changed without prior notice due to technical or weather conditions.
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Frequently asked questions

• What documents are required for a trip to Oman?

  What documents are required for a trip to Oman?
  
  French nationals must be in possession of a VISA and a passport valid for at least 6 months after the date of return.
  The tourist visa is valid for 1 month from the date of issue. The application must be made within one month of departure.
  
  To apply for an eVisa you must :
  

  Go to the site: https://evisa.rop.gov.om/

  Register by clicking on "Register as user"

  Login on the site with your login and password

  Fill in the online visa application

  Pay the visa fee. For the single entry tourist visa: 5 Rials for stays between 1 and 10 days, 20 Rials for stays up to 30 days, 50 Rials for the multi-entry visit visa.

  Important : in the event of a stopover in other countries, it is advisable to find out about their requirements in advance.
  
  This information is subject to change by the authorities of the visiting country. It is not unusual for border crossing rules to change. We therefore strongly advise you to refer to the "travel advice" section of the France Diplomatie website: https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/.
  Nationals of other countries should enquire about formalities at the consulate of their home country.

• What are the recommended vaccinations for your trip to Oman?

  No vaccinations are mandatory but some are recommended. The DTP (diphtheria-tetanus-poliomyelitis) vaccination is recommended, as well as the MMR (measles-mumps-rubella) vaccination in children and adults; tuberculosis vaccination is also advised.
  Before travelling abroad, we encourage you to consult the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs www.diplomatie.gouv.fr.

• Is everyone on board English-speaking?

  Please note that this cruise is not exclusive to English travelers. It is quite common to meet people of various nationalities on board as we offer cruises to international clientele - encouraging curious and enriching exchanges for both passengers and crew.
  Crew members are multilingual and qualified to offer multilingual service.

• Who's in charge of the flights to Oman?

  Your plane tickets are not included in your package. However, they can be booked by the GlobeSailor team. You just have to specify it to your adviser when booking your cruise.
  
  To be noted:
  Khasab has a national airport which can be reached from Muscat. Connections are every morning except Thursday and Saturday (in the afternoon). Khasab airport is 5 min from the city centre and 10 min from the port (by car).
  You can also land at Dubai airport and take a transfer (about 3 hours by car) to Khasab port.

• How are my transfers between the airport and the boat organized?

  Transfers are not included in your package. However, they can be arranged by your GlobeSailor consultant and the base manager by taxi or minibus.
  Payment for this service is usually to be made to GlobeSailor at the time of the balance payment or directly on site in cash. Don't forget to send your arrival times to your consultant.

• How are meals organised on board the boat?

  During your cruise, you will benefit from the full board formula including: breakfasts, lunches and dinners (international cuisine). These are organized and prepared by the hostess/cook.
  You also have soft drinks at your disposal: mineral water, lemonade, different types of tea and coffee. Alcoholic beverages are not served on board. However, it is possible to bring them with you. Please check the terms and conditions of your quotation. Please inform us as soon as possible if you are allergic to certain foods or if you are on a special diet.

• Practical information:

  To avoid cluttering your cabin, we recommend taking only a small suitcase. Any extra luggage can be left on site, in the company's offices.
  We also advise you to wear comfortable shoes to avoid any inconvenience during the island visits. Please note that it is necessary to bring long pants and have something to cover your shoulders during the village visits.

• Etiquette and cultural practices

  On the boat, guests are free to wear bathing suits.
  
  The constitution states that Islam is the state religion while guaranteeing freedom of belief. The Omani population is generally very tolerant. However, it is recommended that an attitude of respect for local customs be shown and that cultural differences may give rise to misinterpretation of certain behaviours.
  
  Men and women should cover their shoulders and knees and avoid short or low-cut clothing, respect places of worship and abstain from drinking alcohol in public. In places of worship as well as when visiting villages, it is essential to wear appropriate clothing, for women (long trousers / pants / skirts covering all legs, long sleeves and wear a scarf to cover the head without hair) and for men (long trousers / pants and long or short sleeved shirt / polo shirt). During the month of Ramadan, travellers should be particularly vigilant with regard to respect for the customs and traditions of the country. During this period, it is forbidden to eat, drink or smoke in public from sunrise to sunset.
  
  It is recommended not to take photographs of people without their prior permission. It is forbidden to photograph public buildings or military or police vehicles.

• What is the currency used in Oman?

  The local currency is Omani Rial (OMR).

• What's the time difference in Oman?

  The time difference between Oman and France is +2h.

• What payments do I have to make to confirm my reservation?

  To confirm your booking, you must inform your GlobeSailor advisor who will make an option for you while you collect your deposit. The reservation will only be considered final once your deposit has been received (by bank transfer, Paypal or credit card), from 30 to 50% of the amount of the reservation. A deposit of 100% will be required for any reservation made less than one month before departure. The balance is due 45 days before departure at the latest.

• What happens in case of cancellation?

  In case of cancellation, you must notify your GlobeSailor consultant as soon as possible. Whatever the cause, the following cancellation fees will be due: up to 90 days before departure: 30% /// from 89 to 60 days: 50% /// from 59 to 30 days: 75% /// from 29 days to departure: 100% of the amount of your reservation.
  We advise our clients to take out cancellation insurance with Ouest Assurance: http://www.ouest-assurances.fr