Photography and Filming in Oman

Oman is full of photo opportunities for everyone. From a casual photographer to an expert one there are a hundred and one gorgeous images that can be caught on film in the Sultunate. However be aware of the signage at certain places in the country as photography may be prohibited and you could get in trouble with the law for taking an innocent photograph.

If you are out and about in Oman there are many things that you can photograph in order to preserve the memories. If you go rock climbing or hiking the views from the mountains are gorgeous. The wadis also inspire great photographs. The majestic deserts, rustic villages and abanodoned forts will enhance anyone's photograph collection. If scenary photography is not to your taste you could venture off to one of the islands and take pictures of the many water sports enthusiasts who are kite or wind surfing. Perhaps it is a wildlife photo opportunity you are after? Oman has plenty of those too, especially the rick marine life and the nesting turtles. If nothing else the sun sets are gorgeous to photograph as well.
The best months for photography are November –April in the early morning or late afternoon. Use of a UV and polarizing filter is recommended.

Note: The Sultunate encourages tourism and does not restrict photography in any city within the Sultunate, and there is beautiful scenery everywhere, photography of government and military installations is not permitted. However there are clear sign posts saying "photography prohibited" with a corresponding picture. Please respect the signs. Just do be safe do not take photographs of any municipality, government building, courthouse or royal residence, just to be on the safe side. Likewise photographers should be very circumspect when it comes to photographing women. It is not advisable to take pictures of women without requesting and obtaining permission beforehand. This can be done by saying "Mumkin sura, min fadlak?" (May I take your picture please?).

When you are in Oman ensure that you enjoy the best of the scenery that it has to offer and take as many photographs to encapulate the memories of your time in the Sultunate.