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Desert Safari in Empty Quarter with Dune Bashing

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Explore UNESCO sites and experience thrilling dune bashing in the Empty Quarter. Visit Ubar, Wadi Dawkha, and more on a morning safari from Salalah.

Duration: 9 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Wadi Dawkha - Pick up from the Hotel, around 1hr drive and drive to Wadi Dawkha (UNESCO World Heritage site), also known as the “Frankincense trees,” which has the largest collection of naturally grown Frankincense trees in the region. Discover the history of Frankincense as well as its applications in the modern world.
The Lost City of Wubar - Visit ‘Lost the City of Ubar’ (UNESCO World Heritage Site), one of the ancient sites in the Dhofar region where archaeologists using remote sensing equipment discovered the city’s remains in 1992. Ubar is thought to have been inhabited from approximately 2800 B.C. to approximately 300 A.D. and was an important trading center for frankincense before being buried in the rising dunes. At the site, there is a small museum displaying archaeological discoveries. The entrance fee is included.
Empty Quarter - The bleak, arid desert of Rub al Khali, also known as the Empty Quarter, stretches from the mountain’s foothills to an enormous sandy plain that covers the majority of the area. The area is well-known for its archaeological sites. Sunset will be seen for the 12:30 pick up options. After the trip for minimum 1hour 30 mins drive back to the city.

What's Included

Private transportation
Bottled water
Entrance Fee: Ubar Site
In-vehicle air conditioning
All fees and/or taxes

What's Not Included

Gratuities, tips
Transfer in Mirbat Hotels additional USD 45 per person

Additional Information

Visit the locations that have been accredited as UNESCO World Heritage locations, such as the archeological site of Ubar and the distinctive frankincense trees in Wadi Dawkha. Traveling from the City of Salalah/Taqah Hotels to the first location will take you at least one hour, and getting to each destination will take you half an hour to an hour. Our driver will transport you to the morning safari locations at 09:00, and clients can anticipate the sunset at 12:30. Dune bashing is an option for both in the Empty Quarter.

Total tour duration will be 9hrs including the pick up and drop off to the hotel and including the visiting the tour locations.
All 4WD vehicles maximum of 4 pax per vehicle due to safety regulations.
Most of the tours involve walking over rough and inclined ground please wear comfortable steady or walking shoes.
Dune bashing is a thrilling activity. Guests are allowed to take part in the activity at their own risk.
Guests should wear comfortable clothing and avoid wearing expensive accessories in desert trips.
Please note that there is limited to no signal at the camp/desert.

Cancellation Policy

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

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774michalf

Feb 25, 2024

If there is only one trip in Oman, it is this one - sunset in the desert. Get lucky with the guide. We did! - Excellent guide Adnan Safrar. Every stop on the way to the desert was great (Bedouins with camels, Frankincense trees) and we managed the program even with a 3 year old son. The sunset in the desert was amazing. Adnan knew such places where we could observe everything away from large groups of tourists, he was an excellent driver and a very attentive host.

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Coastal15446516672

Feb 15, 2024

Exploring Rub al Kahli with Adnan - We went to visit a Frankincense Plantage, a camel farm and the biggest desert im the world, the Rub al Khali. Adnan knows a lot about his country and is happy to answer every question you have. He is one of the friendliest persons I‘ve ever met and I recommend doing this trip to everybody who visits Oman!

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Bettinash9983bu

Feb 8, 2024

Great experience - We went to see the Francincense Trees in the world heritage site Wadi Dawkah. It was very interesting to see where the Francincense comes from and to smell it on the tree. The trip to the desert Rub Al Khali was the highlight, with driving through the sand dunes and watching the sunset. It was a lot of fun.

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Magdalenae841

Feb 6, 2024

Top Experience - Thank you very much for the unique experience and the insight into your culture! Salem you do a great job it was a pleasure to meet you!

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