Tips to Travel Oman on a Budget

Oman is a beautiful country with a number of tourist attractions. Unlike its neighbours in the Middle Eastern region, Oman has well preserved its culture and traditions. From picturesque landscapes to exciting adventures, art galleries to cultural shows, Oman has something for everyone.

The recent increase in Oman’s popularity has attracted a lot of tourists from across the world. Therefore, travelling to Oman can be an expensive affair. However, there are a few tips that can help you save a good deal of money on your travel budget. Read on!

Save on Flight booking:

The first step to planning a trip is Flight ticket booking. Spending a big part of your budget on tickets will save you very little to travel and explore beautiful Oman. There are several ways that can help you book cheap flights to and fro Oman. It is advised to connect with your Airline travel agent 3 to 4 months prior to your scheduled departure date. Booking tickets in advance will save you from last-minute price surge. Also, Airlines tend to increase Airfare during peak travel season. Thus, planning a trip during offseason will help you save a good deal of money.

It is important to book through a good airline travel agent so that you do not end up paying extra charges as commission.

Rent a Car:

If you are wondering how renting a car will help you save money, then let us tell you that public transport in Oman is very limited. There are buses but are not as popular due to their higher ticket prices. To explore best sights of the country, you do need a car. Renting a small personal car like Toyota Yaris will cost you around 20€/day. And if you have the budget for it rent a 4 WD, it is perfect if you want to drive off Road in the Mountains. 

Save on Accommodations:

Finding a cheap deal on hotels in Oman can be difficult. One of the amazing ways to save money on accommodation is Camping. Instead of staying in luxurious hotels, experience holiday the unconventional way. Camping in Oman is allowed by law. However, make sure that you are not in proximity to residential, private lots etc.

Food:

If you have planned to ditch the hotels for camps, you are probably going to cook your own meals. Also, you can try scrumptious street food of Oman, they have some of the best Shawarmas. Instead of dining at air-conditioned fancy restaurants – try local eateries, where the food is good and cheap.

Gone are the days when travelling was considered as luxury of the rich. With above mentioned simple hacks, you can explore beautiful countries of the world without burning a hole in your pocket.