Sunset Desert Safari Tour in Empty Quarter with Lost City of Ubar
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Sunset Desert Safari Tour in Empty Quarter with Lost City of Ubar

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$145.00
Language: English, Italian, German
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Enjoy a thrilling ride in a 4x4 vehicle
  • Visit Al Qara Mountain, and other significant points of the Arabian peninsula
  • Admire beautiful sunset over the desert
  • See the Incese Farm and trees
What to expect

Your tour will start in the afternoon with a thrilling ride in a 4x4 vehicle. A dune specialist driver will guide you through the renowned Al Qara Mountain (Dhofar Mountains) on Oman's southern side, offering a spectacular view of Salalah city.

The journey continues past Thumrait, a significant point on the ancient caravan routes of the Arabian peninsula. Next, you'll visit Wadi Dawkah, a natural park filled with famous Frankincense trees and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Your next destination is the Lost City of Ubar, another UNESCO World Heritage site often referred to as the Atlantis of the Sand or Wuber.

Following an exploration of this ancient site, you'll head to the Empty Quarter, also known as Rab al Khali. Here, you'll experience one of the world's largest sand deserts, complete with a thrilling drive and sand bashing on fascinating dunes. Keep an eye out for camels roaming the desert. Take pleasure in sandboarding and walking on the sand. As the day draws to a close, watch the sunset over the desert before heading back to Salalah.

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What's included
  • check Guided tour
  • check Water
  • check Snacks
  • check Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
  • check Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • check Driver guide
What's not included
  • x_not_included Food
  • x_not_included Entrance fees
  • x_not_included Tips (optional)
Where

Hawana Salalah, شارع طاقة، ولاية طاقة،، Oman

Meeting point:
Pickup available from anywhere in Salalah. Please provide your pickup location during the booking.
What to remember

Not allowed:

  • Infants under 2 years old

Extra fees to be paid on-site:

  • Entrance fee to Lost City of Ubar (OMR 3 per person)

Know in advance:

  • This tour involves walking over rough and sloping ground. The road trip can be uncomfortable for those with back problems or any health issues. Sand Bashing is not recommended for pregnant women, young kids and those with medical issues
  • Maximum number of passengers per vehicle: 4 people
  • Tour guides are multilingual

Remember to bring:

  • Passport
  • Sun protection: hat, sunscreen, warm clothes
  • Sunglasses, and scarf to cover the head: desert sand gravels can cause irritation to the eyes on a windy day
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Provider
Beautiful Salalah Tours
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 50% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.

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