Rub Al Khali Desert Safari: Sunset, Sandboarding & Black Camels

5.0 (52 reviews) Salalah, Oman
Duration8h - 9h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Start the tour in the afternoon by 4×4 vehicle and drive to Desert Safari empty quarter, you will be seeing the largest desert of the World "Empty Quarter" that spreads across many countries of the Middle East.

You will see the 5 square kilometres spread plantation of Frankincense tree on the natural reserve at Wadi Dawkah (UNESCO).

You will see also the historical site of Ubar at the town of Shisr, known as The Lost City or Ubar or Atlantis of the Sand or the city of the pillars. This city was used for the trade of Frankincense, which was once traded as Gold and Silver.

Next stop is the black camel farm which it was using for transporting the Frankincense.

What else could be better than a walk on the desert and seeing the setting sun. Have sand bashing in the desert (optional) and sand. The guide and the driver is experienced in the desert driving.
Your safety is our priority.
Enjoy the Sunset over the Rub Al Khali Desert.

Note: entrance fee Uber 3 OMR pp, not included.

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Coffee and/or Tea

What to expect

  1. Wadi Dawkha
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Wadi Dawkha is World Heritage Site & Wadi Dukah is a model valley of the areas where the frankincense trees grow
  2. 30m
    Almost the time, near Thumrait city you can see the Black camels (dromedary)
  3. The Frankincense Trail
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Wubar Archaeological Site is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is located in Al Shisr, 170 kilometers North of Salalah
  4. 1h 30m
    Empty Quarter Oman ( Rub al Khali desert ) is one of the most famous and it has the highest sand dunes in the world.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

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Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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