Oman February 2027

Below is just a suggested itinerary, but you can customize your own trip with other suggested locations upon request on dates that suit you.

Day 1 & 2 – Arrival & Transfer to Jebel Shams

We meet at Muscat International Airport around midday before departing to Jebel Shams.

Based at Sunrise Resort, we focus on:

• Ancient juniper trees

• Dramatic canyon landscapes

• Sunrise, sunset, and astrophotography sessions

These days allow us to fully explore and refine compositions in one of Oman’s most photogenic high-altitude regions.

Day 3 – Transfer to Al Khaluf Beach

We descend from the mountains and make our way to the remote coast of Al Khaluf.
Arrival is typically later in the day, so the focus is on:

• Night photography

• Shooting stars over the surreal white dunes and turquoise shoreline

Days 4 & 5 – Masirah Island

We take the ferry across to Masirah Island, one of Oman’s most untouched locations.

Highlights:

• Two different shipwrecks (one per night)

• Astro sessions in complete isolation

• Optional bioluminescence if conditions align

Day 6 – Return to Al Khaluf (Sugar Dunes)

We return to the mainland and stay near the Sugar Dunes for:

• Sunset over Sugar Dunes

• Another opportunity for night photography in a unique coastal desert setting

Day 7 – Rock Garden Duqm

We continue south to Duqm, stopping at the fascinating Rock Garden:

• Sculptural limestone formations

• Ideal for creative sunset compositions and night work

Days 8–12 – Salalah Exploration

This is fully dedicated to exploration and discovery.

We will:

• Search for bottle trees reminiscent of Socotra

• Photograph iconic baobab trees

• Visit waterfalls and hidden landscapes

• Explore Gravity Hill and other unique phenomena

These days are dynamic:

• We scout during the day

• I select the strongest locations for sunset and night sky based on conditions

This is where the trip becomes a true expedition—focused on finding new compositions and unique scenes.

Day 13 – Departure

Drop-off at Salalah Airport.
From here, you can take a short domestic flight back to Muscat for your international connection home.

Benjamin Barakat

I am your host and guide on this tour.

After receiving a full introduction on the first day to Astrophotography, I will then prepare you with the knowledge and tools to go out and capture stunning nightscape and landscape photos just like mine.

In the following days, you will shadow me and try to take the exact same compositions as me in order to learn the workflow and the correct way to capture your images.

Alternatively, you are free to roam the beautiful landscapes around us and capture your own images where I would then come follow up, give tips, and also my feedback.

We will also be doing landscape, sunset/sunrise photography and so on.

Included

• Hotels (twin sharing)

• Breakfast, lunch & dinner

• Water, and one soft drink for lunch & dinner

• All logistics in Oman

• Photographic Tour guide (myself)

• Entry Fees to National Parks

• One year access to my online Master Class (worth 300 CHF)

Not Included

• Travel & Health Insurance

• Flights to Oman

• Single Supplement

• Flights from Salalah

Equipment Required

• DSLR or mirrorless camera

• Sturdy Tripod (Rental is availble)

• Remote shutter release Cable

• Wide angle lens aperture (f1.4-f2.8) preferably

• Hiking Boots

• Warm jacket as temperatures can drop low at night

• Additional batteries & memory cards

• Camera lens cleaning equipment as it can get dusty in the desert

Participation

• Maximum participants: 6

• Minimum participants: 3

• Languages: English or German

• A basic level of fitness is required, as we will be walking on uneven, rocky terrain and exploring through forested areas.

(Basic English required for communication)

Prices

To secure your spot, a non-refundable deposit of 1,500 CHF per person is required.
The remaining balance is due 90 days before the tour.

• 5950 CHF per person — Twin room sharing

• 7450 CHF per person — Single room

Currency Guide

• USD ≈ CHF × 1.25

• EUR ≈ CHF × 1.07
  (Actual rates may vary slightly.)

Deposits are paid via bank transfer. Full payment details will be provided after completing the contact form.

Because each tour is boutique and personalised, I connect with every guest beforehand to ensure expectations, group dynamics, and physical requirements align—this guarantees a high-quality experience for everyone.

Refund & Cancellation Policy

If you wish to cancel your reservation, please notify us as soon as possible at:
barakatphotography@outlook.com

Please note:

• The initial 1,500 CHF deposit is non-refundable.

• Cancellation 90+ days before the tour: no additional fees.

• Cancellation less than 90 days before departure: the full amount is non-refundable.

However — to make the process easy and fair:
If you find another person to take your spot and pay the full amount, we will transfer your booking to them at no extra cost. This makes cancellations flexible and helps keep the group numbers stable.