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Salalah: Empty Quarter Desert Safari with Dune Bashing and Ubar Visit
Salalah: Empty Quarter Desert Safari with Dune Bashing and Ubar Visit
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- 8 hoursDuration of this experience
- Pickup and drop-off in Salalah and HawanaPickup and drop-off in Salalah and Hawana (extra OMR 10 per group from Mirbat or Hinu Bay)
- Shared TourOther guests will be joining you on this tour. This is a shared tour.
- Guided TripExperienced group leader during your experience
- LanguagesEnglish, Arabic, Polish, German, Italian, Urdu, French, Russian
- Free cancellationYou can cancel this reservation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.









Experience Details
Set off on a full-day guided tour from Salalah to the vast and mysterious Empty Quarter desert. Travel through Oman’s rugged northern terrain to reach Rub Al Khali, where you’ll enjoy a mix of adventure and culture. Experience thrilling dune bashing, visit Wadi Dawkah’s frankincense trees, explore the Lost City of Ubar, and relax with dinner in a Bedouin tent.
Afterwards, return to Salalah with unforgettable memories of Oman’s majestic desert frontier.
Highlights
- Discover the Empty Quarter, the largest sand desert in the world
- Thrill in sand bashing with an experienced Omani driver
- Explore the ancient Lost City of Ubar, known as the Atlantis of the Sands
- Visit the Frankincense Natural Park at Wadi Dawkah
- Enjoy a traditional Bedouin-style dinner in the desert
- See wild camels in their natural desert environment
What to Bring
- Comfortable clothing
- Scarf (to protect against blowing sand)
- Sunscreen
- Passport or ID
Important Information
- Entrance fee to the Ubar archaeological site is not included (3 OMR per person)
- You may view the site from outside if you prefer not to enter
- A headscarf is strongly recommended to shield from windblown sand
- Large bags and luggage are not permitted
- Alcohol, drugs, and inappropriate attire are not allowed
Not Suitable For:
- Pregnant women
- People with back or heart conditions
- Individuals over 95 years old
Inclusions
Itinerary
- Pickup and drop-off from Salalah, Taqa, or Hawana Salalah hotels/apartments
- Clean, air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle
- Multilingual guide
- Visit to Ubar and Wadi Dawkah (Entry Fees to Ubar not included)
- Dinner
- Pickup from Salalah hotel, port, airport, or apartment15 minutes
- Drive north toward Rub Al Khali2 hours
- Desert Safari AdventureArrive at the heart of the Empty Quarter. Begin an exciting session of dune bashing, expertly navigated by your guide. Try sandboarding from the top of high dunes witness the magical sunset over the desert. Take time to walk along the soft sand ridges and take memorable photos.1 hour
- Explore the Lost City of Ubar (Shisr)Arrive at the UNESCO-listed site of Ubar, believed to be the legendary city of “Iram of the Pillars.” Explore the partially excavated ruins and the deep sinkhole believed to have swallowed the city. Note: Entrance fee of 3 OMR per person is not included and is payable onsite.1 hour
- Wadi Dawkah Natural ParkExplore Frankincense trees30 minutes
- Traditional dinner in a Bedouin-style tent (Extra cost)1 hour
- Return to Salalah2 hours
- Hotel Drop off15 minutes
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