Just two-hours’ drive from Dubai lies the unbeaten track, and wild nature of Oman’s jewel, Zighy Bay. From the rugged mountains of Al Hajar, the calm azure waters of the Musandam creeks to the scenic descent on to the mile-long white sandy beach, Six Senses Zighy Bay seems to be just the ideal resort to plan out-of-the-ordinary land, air and sea excursions of the Musandam peninsula’s undisclosed bay.

If you’ve lived long enough on this side of the Sahara, you’ll realize there’s more to do beyond the glitzy borders. More often than not, we are always looking for new destinations to make memories of a lifetime (or to just kill the boredom until the next work week begins). And at Six Senses Zighy Bay, there are a series of unforgettable experiences that make the Musandam Peninsula a destination to go crazy about.

Land Excursions

While here, you can go on a Sabatyn 4X4 excursion and watch the sun sink over the Grand Canyon of Musandam. Explore the rugged beauty of the Sabatyn plateau from the comfort of the resort’s air-conditioned and eco-friendly off-road fleet. Don’t forget to take an easy trek through the timeless village of Sabatyn, which stretches along the mountainside with wonderful views to Wadi Al Bih. You’ll pass a wealth of petroglyphs (rock carvings), stone towers and ancient houses from a vantage point of almost 4,000 feet above sea level. This scenic one-hour drive is best done in the morning to include a picnic lunch, or during dusk to toast the majestic sunset over the mountains with a glass of refreshments and selection of canapés.

Mountain Biking

If you are a rider or biker, you’ll definitely love the mountain-bike experience where you’ll have a chance to reconnect with nature and ride your way down the rugged terrain of Oman’s Al Hajar mountains on an adrenaline-fueled adventure. Six Senses Zighy Bay will provide you (if you’re a resident) with their special mountain bicycles, and equipment for maximum enjoyment.

Climbing and Hiking

Climbers and hikers, on the other hand, can scale their way up through the cracks and crevices of some safe and challenging climbs, while learning the latest climbing techniques, tricks, knots and belaying. And if you want to enjoy the simplicity of Zighy Bay’s surroundings, you can become a nomad for the day and roam the tracks and trails of Smugglers Bay. This trek follows the natural pathways of the coastal mountains with a few opportunities to take a cooling dip along the way, ensuring that the best views are taken for destressing.

Sky Thrill Seekers

Let your soul fly free with an exhilarating paragliding experience. Jump off 960 feet (293 meters) above sea level and gently descend towards a soft landing on the sands of Zighy beach below. The flight time takes approximately 10 minutes depending on how many warm thermals could be caught. You can also take to the skies in one of the world’s most maneuverable aircrafts, for another thrilling signature aerial experience. This Microlight flight gives you a bird’s-eye view of Six Senses Zighy Bay, near Miam Beach and Dibba town from a dizzying approximately 1,640 feet above sea level.

Vitamin Sea Lovers

Ideal for a romantic excursion, Six Senses Zighy Bay offers catamaran cruisers to sail through the pristine waters of the Musandam peninsula. Taking in the unsurpassed magnificence of this dramatic and stark coastline from these high-performance and ultra-modern vessels makes for a relaxing, thrilling and scenic day on the water.

Six Senses Zighy Bay Sunset Cruise

You can also immerse yourself in the romance of the Musandam fjords with Six Senses Zighy Bay’s Sunset Cruise on a traditional wooden Dhow. As the day turns to dusk, the team will ensure the boat is at the right spot on the languid waters of Haffa Bay to watch the sun gradually set behind the vast Al Hajar Mountains. Sampling delicious canapés and a glass of refreshment on the cruise is sure to steal your loved one’s heart.

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Snorkeling

While still at sea, you can get the chance of meeting the underwater residents of the Musandam Peninsula either by snorkeling or diving. The lovely and experienced team of divers at Six Senses Zighy Bay will guide you through the crystal-clear waters to the best spots for meeting friendly turtles and stingrays. If the weather permits, there is a big chance to snorkel in a big overhead cave along the coast of Sanat during a shared or private two-hour trip on a luxury speedboat.