Khasab in Musandam

Wednesday we caught this ferry to Khasab, a town in the Musandam district about four hundred kms by road from Muscat.
It took five hours but we had to be at the terminal at 1pm and we didn't leave until 3pm so the wait was the worst part of the trip. The ferry was made in Perth by Austal and travelled at almost fifty knots. The ride was smooth and we were served a meal similar to airline fare. Ali met us at the terminal and took us to the Officer's Mess at RAFO Khasab. We were given a VIP room which was like a hotel room but a little old. Then it was down to the bar for a few drinks and something to eat. We were treated extremely well as Ali's guests because it transpired that he was base commander. The mess was a small one due to the small size of the base but had everything we remembered from the old days including wait staff who stayed until we were ready to hit the sack.
Unfortunately photos weren't permitted on the base so we have none to show except the Hunter on a stick at the entrance to the base.
Ali drove us all around the area, including mountain and historical views. We had a fantastic time and would love to go back any time.
This was the highlight of the trip so far.

Aboard the small dive boat on the way to the "front door".

Below is a rock formation, known as the front door for obvious reasons.

We jumped into the water here to commence our dive to the left of picture. Sandra jumped in to snorkel and headed to the right of picture and the divemaster had to go and get her and take her to where we were going.

Los trios amigos.