Rub Al Khali Desert Safari from Salalah

Salalah, Oman
Duration8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Experience an unforgettable journey from Salalah to the legendary Rub Al Khali, also known as the Empty Quarter, the largest continuous sand desert in the world.

Travel by private 4WD through Dhofar’s desert landscapes, visit the historic Lost City of Ubar, and explore the golden dunes stretching endlessly across the horizon. Enjoy an exciting desert drive, walk on towering sand dunes, capture incredible photos, and experience the peaceful beauty of Oman’s untouched wilderness.

This private desert safari combines adventure, history, and nature with comfortable transportation and personalized service. Discover ancient frankincense routes, desert villages, and breathtaking landscapes that showcase another side of Salalah beyond the coastline.

Perfect for adventure seekers, photographers, families, and travelers looking for a unique Arabian desert experience.

What's included

  • Empty Quarter desert visit
  • Bottled water
  • Private Rub Al Khali Desert Safari experience
  • Private 4WD Toyota Land Cruiser / similar vehicle
  • Desert dune driving experience
  • Parking Fees
  • Visit to Thumrait desert town
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Salalah city
  • Scenic mountain and desert route
  • Visit to Lost City of Ubar archaeological site
  • Food
  • Personal expenses
  • Professional licensed tour guide (optional) if required

What to expect

  1. Dhofar Governorate
    1h
    Enjoy a long scenic drive through mountains and dry plains before reaching the desert area.
  2. Thumrait
    20m
    Short stop in desert town known for Bedouin culture and desert landscape.
  3. Rub Al Khali
    2h
    Arrive at the Empty Quarter desert, famous for its massive sand dunes. Guests can walk on the dunes, take photos, and enjoy the silence of the desert.
    4WD drive through sand dunes with photo stops.
  4. 45m
    Visit the archaeological site known as the Lost City of Ubar (if included). This place is connected to ancient caravan trade routes.
  5. Empty Quarter
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Empty Quarter with endless golden dunes, desert scenery, and amazing photography opportunities.

    Experience:

    4WD desert drive
    Sand dune viewpoints
    Desert walking experience
    Photo stops on high dunes

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Guests will be picked up from the lobby of their hotel or apartment. Our driver will be waiting at the hotel reception area holding a sign displaying the lead traveler’s name for easy identification.

End point

Guests will be picked up from the lobby of their hotel or apartment. Our driver will be waiting at the hotel reception area holding a sign displaying the lead traveler’s name for easy identification.

Pickup details

Guests will be picked up from the lobby of their hotel or apartment. Our driver will be waiting at the hotel reception area holding a sign displaying the lead traveler’s name for easy identification.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • 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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