Where to Ride: the 9 Best Oman Horseback Riding Tours

1.Horse Riding Muscat | Beach Horse Riding

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 50 reviews · 1 hour · from $58Our pick

Ride for one hour along Al Sawadi Beach in Barka, about 55 minutes from Muscat. Professional trainers, including Suleman, Mohammed, and Tayyib, help beginners and experienced riders. Helmets and riding gear are included, and sunset sessions offer beautiful scenery and excellent photo opportunities.

“Really great experience. I had such an amazing time here. I do wish I could’ve stayed longer, it was something I won’t forget. Suleman was very welcoming and accommodating. Thank you, Mario”

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2.Horse riding in muscat beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 24 reviews · 1 hour · from $59

Ride an Arabian horse along Muscat’s sandy coast for one hour, just 10 minutes from the airport and 15 minutes from central Muscat. The route is suited to beginners and photo stops, with walking only and no galloping. Bring water, sunscreen, and a hat, and confirm the meeting time through WhatsApp.

“Really enjoyed the horse riding on the beach - it was very nice & relaxing. The tour guiders were very friendly & informative. If you are looking for something calming and wanting to hear the sound of waves crashing in the water this is for you.”

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3.Horseback Riding Muscat Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $76Top rated

Ride for about an hour along Al Sawadi Beach near Muscat with a professional horse trainer. Muhammad Suleman is known for patient instruction and taking photos and videos during the ride. Beginners can stay at a walk or trot, while skilled riders may have a chance to gallop. The group is limited to five.

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4.Salalah Horse Riding on the Beach optional Hotel Pick & Drop

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 16 reviews · 30 minutes - 1 hour · from $36Best value

Meet the horse team at the end of the beach club, where guides in pink clothing help first-time riders and children get settled. Choose a 30-minute or 1-hour ride along Salalah’s sandy shore, timed around sunset when possible. Hotel pickup and drop-off can be added for an extra fee.

“Läget & stranden fantastisk att rida på. Hästen var dock lite slö, men kanske förståeligt i värmen och alla olika turister. Snabb hjälp att komma igång och jag hade tur och fick rida helt ensam utan en grupp. Lite svårt att hitta till, men absolut värt pengen.”

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5.Private Horseback Riding in Muscat Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $174

Ride along Al Sawadi Beach in Barka, about 30 minutes from Muscat, with a professional guide such as Suleman or Muhammad. The private two-hour outing suits beginners and experienced riders, with gentle horses, sunrise or sunset departures, and time for photos on the beach.

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6.Horse Riding on the beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $72

Meet at Civil Aviation Club in Alghubrah for a one-hour sunset ride on Muscat’s beach. A special riding leader guides you beside the Sea of Oman on Arabian horses, with saddles and a listed step stool provided. Groups are capped at six, and the ride suits beginners according to the available horse-riding feedback.

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7.Horse Riding Oman – 2 hour ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $140

Ride horses along Al Sawadi Beach in Barka, about 30 minutes from Muscat, with an instructor beside you throughout. After a safety briefing, beginners keep to a relaxed walk, while experienced riders may add a trot. Sunrise and sunset departures offer the best light, and Souleyman and Taraf may help make the ride memorable with photos and videos.

“It was a great experience from start to finish, with the added bonus of lots of quality photos and videos. I recommend it.”

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8.Salalah: Horse Riding by the Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3 reviews · 1 hour · from $108

You’ll ride an Arabian horse along Salalah’s sandy coast in a group of up to four, guided in English or Arabic. Sunset brings softer light and calm sea views. Beginners are welcome, children can ride ponies, and hotel pickup, drop-off, water, and an experienced local riding guide are included. Confirm the exact ride length when booking.

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9.Horse riding by the beach Salalah

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $85

Ride beside the sea in Salalah for about two hours with guidance from Abdul Aziz or Abdulaziz and his team. The experience suits beginners, experienced riders, children on ponies, and adults. Expect a coastal ride, a short stable visit, helmet adjustment, and pickup when arranged.

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