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Oman Desert Sunset: Explore Empty Quarter
Experience Oman’s desert magic at sunset. Cruise the Empty Quarter, hike dunes, and explore the lost city of Ubar. A journey through time and wonder.
Experience Oman’s desert magic at sunset. Cruise the Empty Quarter, hike dunes, and explore the lost city of Ubar. A journey through time and wonder.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Wadi Dawkha - Wadi Dawkha: Explore the otherworldly landscape of Wadi Dawkha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This dramatic valley is dotted with ancient frankincense trees, some believed to be centuries old. You’ll be enchanted by their gnarled branches and unique silhouettes against the stark backdrop of the mountains.
- Thumrait - While…
- Wadi Dawkha - Wadi Dawkha: Explore the otherworldly landscape of Wadi Dawkha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This dramatic valley is dotted with ancient frankincense trees, some believed to be centuries old. You’ll be enchanted by their gnarled branches and unique silhouettes against the stark backdrop of the mountains.
- Thumrait - While exploring the natural beauty around Thumrait city, you might also encounter some rare and fascinating creatures - Black camels. These aren’t your average camels.
- The Frankincense Trail - The Wubar Archaeological Site is a hidden gem in Oman, waiting to be explored by history enthusiasts and curious travelers. Located about 170 kilometers north of Salalah in Al Shisr, this UNESCO World Heritage Site boasts ancient ruins that offer a captivating glimpse into the past.
- Empty Quarter - The Empty Quarter in Oman, also known as the Rub al Khali desert, one of the most famous and tallest sand dunes The Empty Quarter in Oman offers a wild adventure: traverse towering sand dunes (up to 250 meters!), and learn about the Bedouin way of life.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Tea and coffee
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Tea and coffee
Additional Information
The journey begins at Wadi Dokah, where visitors can observe the frankincense tree and discover its historical significance as a part of Omani heritage. The next destination is Thumrait village, where guests can enjoy traditional Omani tea, known as Karak. The third stop is the archaeological site of Ubar, a former hub for frankincense caravans….
The journey begins at Wadi Dokah, where visitors can observe the frankincense tree and discover its historical significance as a part of Omani heritage. The next destination is Thumrait village, where guests can enjoy traditional Omani tea, known as Karak. The third stop is the archaeological site of Ubar, a former hub for frankincense caravans. Following this, the tour proceeds to view the black camels. The final stop is the Rub’ al Khali desert, the largest sand desert in the world, renowned as the best location in southern Oman to witness the sunset. The tour is available in English or Italian.
- The tour remaining hours are allotted for the travel time
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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117monicar
Feb 8, 2025
A magical night! - It's a magical experience
sunset is a moment that leaves you speechless but even more exciting is watching the sun rise and flood the dunes with gold.
In between a unique experience - sharing the Omani dinner, staying to talk around the fire and overhead a carpet of stars as far as the eye can see.
Sleeping in a tent - however uncomfortable - is also part of the experience and in any case in the tents you find everything organized clean and absolutely sustainable.
If you are on holiday in Oman do not miss this experience!!
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Kazimierz_2025
Jan 27, 2025
Excellent trip! - The trip was excellent! Our guide told us so much information about Oman. He brought us to many places- we had a chance to try a real, local tea, ice cream and snacks, but the dessert was the real experience! Our gide was friendly and helpful. Our daughter was delighted. Thanks!
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X4080frinfo
Jan 26, 2025
Great desert trip! - Were thrilled! Very nice trip. Mohammed explained a lot to us and gave us a nice day. The desert at sunset is worth an experience!
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Tfol
Jan 17, 2025
First time in the empty quarter desert - The empty quarter desert was fantastic it was the first for us.the atmosphere was amazing we visited wadi dawkah where we saw the frankincense tree then we tried omani local tea karak the black camels were beautiful even we tried their milk.highly recommended
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Melon
Jan 16, 2025
A dream in The empty quarter - Finallly we visited the empty quarter desert, a sea of dunes the view was spectacular especially the sunset.our guide Mohammed made it easy and funny tour.highly recommended
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Muhammad
Jan 16, 2025
Exploring the empty quarter desert in Oman - We had a great day exploring the empty quarter desert starting from Wadi Dawkah, Thumrait, Ubar, black camels and finally the largest desert in the world the empty quarter.the view there was nice and the tour was well done.
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Ibrahim
Jan 16, 2025
An amazing atmosphere - We started the tour from Salalah then we stopped to the frankincense trees. We saw the white resins and our guide explained us the hall history related to this tree.we tried omani local tea kark then we went to the black camels it was the first time to see them.salim drove on the dunes perfectly and we waited for the Sunset it was Amazing. Sure highly recommend
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Lina
Jan 15, 2025
Lifetime experience! - A wonderful tour with Mohammed, who gave us a short message three weeks before the trip.
The day before also a short message to clarify the pick-up time.
After absolutely punctual and friendly pickup a relaxed and safe drive to the incense farm with interesting information. Afterwards we went with a wonderful tea stop to the Ubar UNESCO World Heritage Site and to the black camels, where one even ran free to cuddle. All in a relaxed atmosphere and no compulsion whatsoever. Also, attention is paid to possible toilet breaks.
The desert was the absolute highlight, Mohammed is the only guide who is also waiting for the moon to rise shortly after sunset, thus allowing another unforgettable moment to the otherwise perfect day.
My sister and I felt more than comfortable, respectful handling and absolute friendliness without wanting to sell anything to you.
Heartfelt recommendation!
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Connector07222824012
Jan 13, 2025
It is worth it - the best ride we did with Mohammed everything was perfect. the desert of the fourth empty was magic the dunes and then the sunset was very beautiful
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Grandtour67811770230
Jan 12, 2025
Unforgettable tour - The tour was perfect mohammed was a great boy he has alot of information the sunset and the desert color was stunning.thanks alot
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