Ras Al Jinz Turtle Nature Reserve

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Ras Al Jinz Turtle Nature Reserve, Sea turtle nesting reserve in Sur, Oman

The nature reserve extends along pristine beaches where green sea turtles migrate to deposit thousands of eggs throughout the nesting season.

The protected area became a dedicated conservation site in 1996 to safeguard the nesting grounds of endangered green turtles in the Arabian Peninsula.

Local Omani guides share their knowledge about marine conservation while leading visitors through nighttime turtle watching experiences on the beaches.

Visitors can join guided walks at 8:30 PM or 5:00 AM to observe turtles nesting, with peak season occurring between May and September.

The reserve houses a scientific research center that monitors the annual migration patterns of five different turtle species across the Indian Ocean.

Location: صور

Address: Ras al Jinz، صور، Oman صور صور

Phone: +96896550606

Website: http://rasaljinz-turtlereserve.com

GPS coordinates: 22.36455,59.76017

Latest update: March 5, 2025 00:41

Monuments and Natural Landscapes to Discover in Oman

Natural, cultural, and historical sites in the Sultanate of Oman including the Grand Mosque Sultan Qaboos, valleys Wadi Shab and Wadi Bani Khalid, forts Nizwa and Bahla, mountains Jebel Akhdar and Jebel Shams, the Wahiba Sands desert, and coastal beaches. These places showcase the architecture, geology, and ecosystems characteristic of the country.

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