Bird watching

Visitors can see many species of birds in each of Oman's different regions. Al Hickman Peninsula, Masirah Island, Al Wusta region beaches, the Lagoons, and the beaches and springs in Dhofar are ideal places for bird observation. Many of these species live in Dimaniyat Islands and Musandam.

Al-Ansab Lagoons

The lagoons have turned into the most interesting site for birds in the capital area. To date, almost 200 species of birds have been recorded here. A visit any time from September to May is likely to produce a list of over 50 species. Migration time is very exciting as almost anything can turn up.

Oman witnesses huge swarms of migratory birds during their seasonal journey between their nesting habitats and the places where they spend winters, especially those birds migrating from Europe and East Asia. Many birds, especially waterfowl, migrate from faraway regions like northern Siberia and travel about five thousand kilometres. Visitors can see many species of birds in each of Oman’s different regions. Al Hickman Peninsula, Masirah Island, Al Wusta region beaches, the Lagoons, the beaches and springs in Dhofar are ideal places for bird observation. Many of these species live in Dimaniyat Islands and Musandam.
Destinations for Birds Watching:

Barr Al Hikman (Al Hikman Peninsula)
Al-Dimaniyat Islands Nature Reserve
Wadi At Ta`iyeen
Muscat