Dhofar Mountains & Ghadaf Dunes: Overnight Desert Experience
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8 Ratings
Thumrait
Embark on an overnight desert experience tour in Dhofar Mountains and Ghadaf Dunes. Immerse yourself in Arabian Bedouin culture, enjoy dune bashing, and indulge in a memorable desert adventure.
Duration: 18 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Thumrait - First stop will be in Thumrait Town to have a few minutes refreshment and may be enjoying the Taste of Arabian cup of Coffee (Qahwah) and Dates (Tamer). The town of Thumrait has been a vital point in the ancient Frankincense trading routes.
    It is one of the main Cities of Dhofar Governorate due to its strategic location on the main road between Dhofar and the rest of the Sultanate.
What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Anything else not mentioned in inclusions.
  • Personal expenses
Additional Information

Venture with us as we embark on a journey north through Dhofar’s splendid mountains, starting our sojourn at noon. Our expedition will take us to the remarkable Ghadaf dunes of the Al Rub-al Khali desert, a location steeped in the rich heritage of the Arabian Bedouins. Engage in a memorable desert adventure that will etch itself in your memories forever. Dive into an exhilarating dune bashing activity and immerse yourself in the thrill of desert dwelling. The day concludes with a delightful dinner and an overnight stay at the renowned Bedouin camp. Submerge yourself in the intricacies of an overnight desert stay, experiencing the enchantment of desert life after dark, while marveling at the stunning splendor of the night sky. Our enthusiastic tour team prides itself on curating a remarkable journey for you, with unfailing attention to detail.

  • Lightweight summer clothing is suitable for most of the year, but sweaters or jackets may be needed for the winter months, especially in the evenings. Good quality sunglasses are advised, and photo-chromatic lenses for those who wear spectacles. Hats or some protection for the head are advisable when in direct sunlight. Oman has conservative dress traditions. Swimwear should be confined to the beach and hotel pools. Men and women should ensure shoulders and knees are covered when in public, especially in souks, shops and villages.
  • 4x4 vehicles used for the off-road safaris are air-conditioned with a maximum capacity of 6 passengers plus driver. All drivers are qualified off-road professionals. All vehicles are equipped with seat-belts and passengers are required to wear them at all times.
Location
Thumrait
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Adomeni00
Apr 18, 2024
Desert safari - An excursion not to be missed, an unforgettable experience. It is not easy to describe the sensations you feel in the desert; you can use words like silence, peace, stars, breathtaking sunsets and sunrises, but I assure you it is much more and you have to experience it to understand it. What made the excursion more enchanting was the excellent Omani dinner and the fire lit in a priceless setting. Our guide Hamid allowed us to have a fantastic experience, equipped with excellent preparation on all fronts: he was punctual, brilliant, friendly and available to satisfy our every need. I would recommend it to anyone… Thanks again Hamid.
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Sabrinabe1305sm
Apr 16, 2024
Sabrina - Overnight desert march 24 - It was a fantastic experience that I can recommend to all people. The colors of the desert are impressive! The tour organization extremely good and our tour guide Hamid was very nice, patient and open to accept our needs even if it was radaman period. Great people and great Country and amazing experience
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Petralq8270nz
Mar 6, 2024
It was a really nice trip - Very good communication before the punctual pick-up in Salalah. Hamid told us a lot about the country and its people on the drive to the edge of the dunes. We also received patient answers to our many questions. The stops at the frankincense trees and in the ancient caravan city of Ubar were very informative. Hamid is a very safe driver and the drive through the sand and onto the dunes was a lot of fun with him. We were even given tea there and were able to enjoy the sunset. However, we thought we would drive a little further into the dunes. The camp itself is on the edge of the dunes. We were lucky that there were very few guests that day. The restaurant tent has been completely redesigned. The beds in the pretty tents are very comfortable. There are enough blankets and towels. 2 showers and 4 toilets are available. Since it can get quite cold at night, it might be a good idea to bring a hat. Flashlights are available on site. Anyone who wanted could even treat themselves to a shisha and tea/coffee by the campfire. The evening meal is OK - good Omani/Indian cuisine. There is still room for improvement at breakfast, as there are so many European guests being catered for. But as you don't have much time for it, it's perhaps negligible. By sunrise we were already on foot behind the camp on a small dune and drove back to Salalah straight after breakfast. Many thanks again to Hamid.
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Edith_j
Nov 27, 2023
Experience from another world - Talking with our very kindly Driver and getting so many news about this beautyful country, sunset on the dunes, the night experience by the sitting around the fire in the camp and seeing wonderful sunrise next morning. An very amazing trip!
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Loradye
Oct 31, 2022
Amazing Experience - Did this trip with a friend of mine and it was one of the coolest experiences of our lives for sure! I cannot recommend this enough, especially if you're into photography. Great shots here. Our tour guide, Mohammed, was super friendly, professional, and accommodating throughout the entire experience. If you have the opportunity to do this, definitely don't miss out - it's super worth it!
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