The sandy bay of Ras Al Jinz is located at the easternmost point of the Arabian Peninsula in eastern Oman. The area is home to Turtle Beach Nature Reserve, an important conservation area administered by the Omani Ministry of Tourism. Here, more than 20,000 female greenback turtles come to shore to lay eggs, returning to the very beach where they once hatched. The main nesting season is July to September, though turtles can be viewed all year round. Be forewarned: only a limited amount of people are admitted to the beach at any one time, so advance booking is essential. For this reason, many visitors opt to stay in the lodgings available within the Reserve, though Ras Al Jinz can also be accessed from scenic Wadi Bani Khalid.