There are many sandy beaches offering good bathing, diving and sailing facilities.
Many hotels have pools.
There are also three private sports clubs with water-skiing and fishing facilities. The Dubai to Muscat President's Cup Regatta takes place annually. The waters of the Gulf of Oman and the North Indian Ocean are populated by black marlin, swordfish, tuna and sailfish making them ideal for game fishing . A fishing permit is required from the Directorate General of Fisheries, and spearfishing is strictly prohibited. In the southern region, fishing is restricted to between Mughsayl and Taqah.