Six Senses Zighy Bay
OVERVIEW
Six Senses Zighy Bay is a secluded paradise where you can actually paraglide to check-in. On the craggy northern coast of Oman’s Musandam Peninsula, separated from the rest of the country by a section of the UAE, Zighy Bay lets you get away from it all without sacrificing any amount of comfort, luxury or activity.
One thing’s for sure, you certainly won’t get bored. This is Arabian luxe with a twist, as adrenaline junkies will find just as much for them as spa fans or watersports fanatics. There’s an outdoor jungle gym, but for the real adventures you’ll need to head outside the resort.
Zighy Bay makes the most of its incredible location sandwiched between the mountains and the bay, offering a huge array of excursions including canyoning, rock climbing and mountain biking. The mountainous landscape and Arabian Sea on the doorstep provides a huge amount of opportunity for adventure, whether that’s watersports in the Arabian Sea or relaxing in the spa – even the cavernous Six Senses relaxation area takes its inspiration from the region’s mountains.
SUMMARY
Rooms: 82
Location: Musandam Peninsula, Oman
Nearest Airport: Dubai International Airport
Board Basis: Bed & Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board
6 Reasons to visit Six Senses Zighy Bay
- Located on Oman’s remote Musandam Peninsula, it’s a real departure from everyday life
- It blends in so well to its surroundings you may find yourself joined by the occasional mountain goat
- The sunrise-facing beachfront villas are just a few steps from the water across the soft sands
- Adventure lovers will love the huge range of watersports and adventure sports on offer
- Your in-room minibar is essentially a small wine cellar with spirits, juices and plenty of snacks
- The resort Is committed to sustainability and is eco-conscious, even making its own mineral water
There’s no better way to arrive that gliding down from Zighy Mountain in a tandem paraglider. One of Zighy Bay’s knowledgeable instructors will join you as you ride the thermals over the mountains almost 300 metres up, so you’ll have amazing views of the mountains, the bay and the resort before you swoop down onto the wide, golden sandy beach.
Where to stay
Each accommodation choice is an oasis of calm built and furnished in the traditional Omani style: think warm wood, natural stone, cool interiors blessed with high, traditional ceilings and colourful, well-cushioned living areas. Cloud-like beds invite long, lazy lie-ins and cotton sheets are unbleached, pillows ergonomically designed. High walls offer privacy while sun loungers offer space to relax – you’ve even got a shaded dining area or summerhouse.
There’s no better way to arrive that gliding down from Zighy Mountain in a tandem paraglider. One of Zighy Bay’s knowledgeable instructors will join you as you ride the thermals over the mountains almost 300 metres up, so you’ll have amazing views of the mountains, the bay and the resort before you swoop down onto the wide, golden sandy beach.
What to do
Surrounded by craggy mountains and the sparkling Gulf of Oman, activities on offer at Six Senses Zighy Bay mostly centre around the outdoors. Between paragliding, dune bashing, speed boating, diving, tennis and watersports you’ll not have any problems keeping up with your fitness routine, but when you do want to relax the famously luxurious Six Senses spa awaits, with a hammam and sauna to soothe your muscles and lull you into a state of sheer bliss.
There’s no better way to arrive that gliding down from Zighy Mountain in a tandem paraglider. One of Zighy Bay’s knowledgeable instructors will join you as you ride the thermals over the mountains almost 300 metres up, so you’ll have amazing views of the mountains, the bay and the resort before you swoop down onto the wide, golden sandy beach.
What and Where to Eat
If you’re a fan of Ottolenghi, you’ll love Zighy Bay. The Spice Market includes a feast worthy of an Arabian sultan, with organic dishes of regional importance such as grilled beef tenderloin served on giant cous cous, or fish marinated in Arabic spices. The Summer House is a little more relaxed but the food is no less delicious, and you can dine outside on a veranda overlooking the pool. The Edge is the hotel’s top choice, set 293m above sea level with a fine-dining menu to drool over. There’s a weekly (and unmissable) barbecue too.
There’s no better way to arrive that gliding down from Zighy Mountain in a tandem paraglider. One of Zighy Bay’s knowledgeable instructors will join you as you ride the thermals over the mountains almost 300 metres up, so you’ll have amazing views of the mountains, the bay and the resort before you swoop down onto the wide, golden sandy beach.
When to travel
| Month | Temp(C) |
Sun(hrs) |
Rain(mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
Jan |
21 | 9 | 12 |
Feb |
21 | 11 | 24 |
Mar |
25 | 11 | 15 |
Apr |
29 | 11 | 17 |
May |
34 | 13 | 7 |
Jun |
35 | 13 | 1 |
Jul |
34 | 12 | 0 |
Aug |
32 | 12 | 1 |
Sep |
31 | 12 | 0 |
Oct |
29 | 11 | 1 |
Nov |
25 | 11 | 6 |
Dec |
22 | 10 | 13 |