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Salalah: Overnight Desert Camping Experience at Empty Quarter Rub al Khali
Salalah: Overnight Desert Camping Experience at Empty Quarter Rub al Khali
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- 24 HoursDuration of this experience
- Pickup and DropoffAvailable for all hotels/Apartments in Salalah, Hawana Salalah and Taqa. Please note that pick up from Mirbat hotels (like Wyndham Salalah and Alila Hinu Bay) will be at additional 10 Omani Riyals per person.
- Private TourThis is a private tour for you and your group of family or friends
- AccomodationOvernight stay in Bedouin-style camp (private tent, shared toilet)
- MealsDinner and Breakfast meals at the camp are included
- LanguagesEnglish, Italian, German, French, Polish
- Free cancellationYou can cancel this reservation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.





























Experience Details
Discover the untouched beauty of the Rub' al Khali on a 2-day private tour from Salalah. Journey through the Qara Mountains, explore the ancient city of Ubar, and dive into desert adventures with dune bashing and sandboarding. Spend the night at a Bedouin-style camp under a canopy of stars and wake to the tranquil silence of the desert. Conclude your trip with a visit to Wadi Dawkah, a UNESCO Frankincense Reserve.
Highlights
- Feel the thrill of dune bashing and sandboarding on towering golden dunes
- Discover the UNESCO-listed Lost City of Ubar, once known as Atlantis of the Sands
- Spend the night in a Bedouin desert camp under the stars
- Enjoy traditional Omani dinner and breakfast in the heart of the Empty Quarter
- Visit Wadi Dawkah, home to the iconic Frankincense trees
- Travel in a private 4x4 vehicle with an experienced local guide
What to Bring
- Comfortable clothes suitable for desert weather
- Hat and sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Camera
- Refillable water bottle
Know before you go
- Entrance to the Ubar archaeological site is OMR 3 per person, payable onsite
- Pickup from Mirbat hotels is available at an additional OMR 10 per person
- This tour is private and can be conducted in English, Italian, German, French, or Polish
- Smoking, alcohol, and drugs are not allowed during the tour
- Luggage and large bags are not permitted
Not Suitable For:
- Pregnant women
- People with back or mobility issues
Inclusions
Itinerary
- Pickup and drop-off from Salalah, Taqa, or Hawana Salalah hotels/apartments
- Clean, air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle
- Overnight stay in Bedouin-style camp (private tent, shared toilet)
- Visit to Ubar and Wadi Dawkah (Entry Fees to Ubar not included)
- Sandboarding
- Dune bashing
- Breakfast
- Dinner under the stars
- Hotel PickupYour private guide picks you up from your hotel in Salalah, Taqa, or Hawana Salalah. If staying in Mirbat, a supplement applies (OMR 10 per person). Enjoy a comfortable ride in a fully equipped 4x4 vehicle.15 minutes
- Scenic Drive Through Qara MountainsBegin your ascent into the Dhofar Highlands. Stop briefly at a panoramic viewpoint to admire sweeping vistas of Salalah and the Arabian Sea.1 hour 30 minutes
- 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
- Enter the Empty Quarter Desert (Rub’ al Khali)Head deeper into the desert and witness the landscape transform into endless rolling dunes.1 hour
- 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
- Arrive at Bedouin Camp and Traditional Omani DinnerSettle into your private tent at a traditional-style Bedouin desert camp. The camp is simple and authentic, with shared bathroom facilities. Then, enjoy a hot cooked dinner, including grilled meats, rice, salads, bread, and fruit. Sit around the fire and soak in the peaceful silence of the desert.1 hour
- Breakfast at the campEnjot your breakfast before heading back to Salalah1 hour
- Return to Salalah2 hours
- Hotel Drop off15 minutes
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