Desert Safari, Sunset & Sand Bashing ( Rub Al Khali Desert )
Start the tour in the afternoon by 4×4 vehicle and drive towards the ‘Qara’ mountain range with its spectacular view of the Salalah plains dotted with thick shrub & woodland.
On the way visit Wadi ‘Dawka’ (UNESCO World heritage site) known as the ‘Frankincense Wadi’, Experience the Frankincense and its use in the past as well as in the modern World.
Visit the ‘Lost City of Ubar’ (UNESCO World heritage site), 175km away from Salalah. This legendary ancient kingdom, known as Ubar, was said to have existed in one of the most inhospitable places on earth – a vast and forbidding Rub Al Khali desert, appropriately known as the Empty Quarter. According to myth, the desert swallowed up Ubar.
After walking around the site proceed to the Empty Quarter to experience the “biggest sand desert in the World” by rambling on fascinating sand dunes. A breathtaking overview of the vast desert awaits you on the top of the dunes.
Enjoy the Sunset over the Rub Al Khali Desert.
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Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Wadi Dawkha, Salalah Oman
Wadi Dawkha is World Heritage Site & Wadi Dukah is a model valley of the areas where the frankincense trees grow
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Thumrait, Oman
Almost the time, near Thumrait city you can see the Black camels (dromedary)
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: The Frankincense Trail, Salalah Oman
Wubar Archaeological Site is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is located in Al Shisr, 170 kilometers North of Salalah
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Empty Quarter
Empty Quarter Oman ( Rub al Khali desert ) is one of the most famous and it has the highest sand dunes in the world.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Inclusions
- Snacks
- Entry/Admission - The Frankincense Trail
- Entry/Admission - Wadi Dawkha
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks provided for travelers
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
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Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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