Oman sees 11 per cent rise in Indian tourists as arrivals cross 6.9 lakh in 2025
Oman is witnessing growing interest from Indian tourists, with the number of Indian visitors rising by 11 per cent in 2025, according to a senior official of the Sultanate's Ministry of Heritage and Tourism. Oman welcomed around 6.94 lakh Indian visitors in 2025, up 11…
Mujaizi said improved accessibility and expanding air connectivity have played an important role in attracting Indian travellers. Direct flights from more than 10 Indian cities to Muscat, along with growing connectivity to Salalah, have made Oman more accessible to tourists from across the country.
He said the growing visitor numbers reflect the deepening tourism relationship between India and Oman, which has historical roots in centuries of maritime trade and cultural exchange. According to the official, Oman is increasingly appealing to Indian travellers because of its combination of nature.
What Happened
Mujaizi said Indian tourists are also moving beyond conventional holiday experiences. Demand is growing for family vacations, premium travel, adventure tourism, nature-based trips, destination weddings and MICE - Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions.
Oman is witnessing growing interest from Indian tourists, with the number of Indian visitors rising by 11 per cent in 2025, according to a senior official of the Sultanate's Ministry of Heritage and Tourism.
Oman welcomed around 6.94 lakh Indian visitors in 2025, up 11 per cent from the previous year.
The growth has continued into 2026, with 3.81 lakh Indian arrivals recorded between January and June, Yousuf Khalaf Al Mujaizi, Assistant Director of the Business Development, Tourism Promotion Directorate, told PTI.
Key Details
Oman's tourism authorities are focusing on strengthening product knowledge among Indian tour operators and travel advisers, given their influence on family and premium travel decisions. The country also plans further engagement with India's travel trade, airlines, media and other tourism stakeholders to.
Oman's tourism authorities believe the current growth in Indian arrivals could develop into a sustained and higher-value tourism partnership between the two countries in the coming years.
Other attractions include Jebel Shams, Salalah's seasonal greenery during the monsoon and the Bimmah Sinkhole.
Travellers can also visit Nizwa Fort, explore Wadi Shab and experience desert activities in the Wahiba Sands.
Why It Matters
Mujaizi said India remains a strategic source market for Oman's tourism sector, with authorities now looking to encourage longer stays and spread visitors to emerging destinations beyond Muscat and Salalah.
In Muscat, attractions include the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and Muttrah Souq.
Oman offers a mix of modern culture, historical sites and natural landscapes.
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