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

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Salalah, Oman

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Language: English , Italian , German , Polish

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: 8 Hours

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Guided Tour

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Group Tour

Do this because

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.

What's included

Guided tour

Water

Snacks

Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Driver guide

What's not included

Food

Entrance fees

Tips (optional)

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