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Oman Desert Sunset: Explore Empty Quarter
Experience Oman’s desert magic at sunset. Cruise the Empty Quarter, hike dunes, and explore the lost city of Ubar. A journey through time and wonder.
Experience Oman’s desert magic at sunset. Cruise the Empty Quarter, hike dunes, and explore the lost city of Ubar. A journey through time and wonder.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Wadi Dawkha - Wadi Dawkha: Explore the otherworldly landscape of Wadi Dawkha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This dramatic valley is dotted with ancient frankincense trees, some believed to be centuries old. You’ll be enchanted by their gnarled branches and unique silhouettes against the stark backdrop of the mountains.
- Thumrait - While…
- Wadi Dawkha - Wadi Dawkha: Explore the otherworldly landscape of Wadi Dawkha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This dramatic valley is dotted with ancient frankincense trees, some believed to be centuries old. You’ll be enchanted by their gnarled branches and unique silhouettes against the stark backdrop of the mountains.
- Thumrait - While exploring the natural beauty around Thumrait city, you might also encounter some rare and fascinating creatures - Black camels. These aren’t your average camels.
- The Frankincense Trail - The Wubar Archaeological Site is a hidden gem in Oman, waiting to be explored by history enthusiasts and curious travelers. Located about 170 kilometers north of Salalah in Al Shisr, this UNESCO World Heritage Site boasts ancient ruins that offer a captivating glimpse into the past.
- Empty Quarter - The Empty Quarter in Oman, also known as the Rub al Khali desert, one of the most famous and tallest sand dunes The Empty Quarter in Oman offers a wild adventure: traverse towering sand dunes (up to 250 meters!), and learn about the Bedouin way of life.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Tea and coffee
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Tea and coffee
Additional Information
The journey begins at Wadi Dokah, where visitors can observe the frankincense tree and discover its historical significance as a part of Omani heritage. The next destination is Thumrait village, where guests can enjoy traditional Omani tea, known as Karak. The third stop is the archaeological site of Ubar, a former hub for frankincense caravans….
The journey begins at Wadi Dokah, where visitors can observe the frankincense tree and discover its historical significance as a part of Omani heritage. The next destination is Thumrait village, where guests can enjoy traditional Omani tea, known as Karak. The third stop is the archaeological site of Ubar, a former hub for frankincense caravans. Following this, the tour proceeds to view the black camels. The final stop is the Rub’ al Khali desert, the largest sand desert in the world, renowned as the best location in southern Oman to witness the sunset. The tour is available in English or Italian.
- The tour remaining hours are allotted for the travel time
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Sightsee12946225611
Nov 14, 2025
Very nice Tour with Ibrahim - We had an amazing desert trip with Ibrahim. He knew hidden spots far away from the usual tour guide routes, which made the experience truly special. He was friendly, attentive and showed genuine Omani hospitality throughout the entire day. A fantastic tour – highly recommended!
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Daydream60679222895
Nov 13, 2025
Unforgettable day in the desert with Mohammed – highly recommended! - Our trip with Mohammed to the "Empty Quarter" was a real highlight of our trip to Oman. Even the stopover at the camel farm was unique – we were able to marvel at the most beautiful dromedary, which will soon even take part in a beauty contest. The traditional tea along the way and the stop at a real Frankincense plantation have also made the insight into the culture perfect.
In the desert itself Mohammed inspired us with confident sandbashing – we felt safe at all times! At sunset he chose the best places and explained everything very clearly to us. The landscape, the light and these special moments will be remembered forever.
Many thanks to Mohammed for the fantastic organization, the lot of information and the warmth. 100% recommendation – we would do a tour with him again anytime!
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Theresapo3112cm
Oct 22, 2025
An unforgettable trip to the desert! - The excursion was simply unforgettable – the start right at the hotel with the punctual pick-up by our local guide Mohammed was perfectly organised. Mohammed was incredibly friendly, accommodating and accompanied us with a lot of knowledge and exciting information. In addition to interesting facts about the individual stops, he also told us a lot about the culture, nature and people of Oman.
We felt in good hands throughout the tour. Highlights included the impressive Rocky Desert, the incense trees and of course the tall sand dunes. A very special experience were the black camels – we even got to see several camel babies and taste fresh camel milk!
This trip was simply magical and offers great experiences for young and old. A clear recommendation for those who want to experience the beauty and tranquility of the Omani desert. 🌴🐪✨
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Katie87_london
Oct 6, 2025
Incredible trip - must do if you’re in Salalah - Incredible and memorable trip! Mohamed was a wonderful guide and the itinerary was excellent - would 100% recommend! Every detail was taken care of.
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289marzenaj
Aug 17, 2025
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sunset Desert Safari in Salalah – Adventure, Culture, Camels & the Most Magical Sunset ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Today we did another tour with Mohammed – this time the desert safari tour at sunset in Salalah. Even the start was perfect: As usual, Mohammed picked us up on time right at the hotel – in a clean, well-maintained Toyota Land Cruiser, which is perfect for this tour.
Along the way Mohammed told us a lot about the history and culture of Oman – informative, exciting and never boring. Our first stop was at Wadi Dawkah, where we saw the famous incense trees. Afterwards we stopped at the beautiful black camels – a real experience! We were allowed to feed them and even pet the little baby goats – an unforgettable moment.
Another highlight was the visit to Ubar, the “lost city” in the desert, often referred to as Atlantis of the desert. Mohammed told us the fascinating history of this place, which used to be an important trading center for incense and remained lost for centuries.
And then came the highlight: the desert tour in the golden sand dunes. Mohammed drove us through the huge dunes – exciting, safe and absolutely breathtaking.
As the sun slowly set lower, we stopped at a high dune. From there, we had a 360-degree panoramic view over the endless desert – absolute silence, no sound except the wind, and this indescribable smell of freedom. Then the sunset began. A sight that has given us all goose bumps and we will never forget.
This experience was not just a safari, but a real adventure for all the senses – adrenaline, nature, peace and magic. Once in Salalah, you can't miss this tour. It is a moment that is difficult to put into words – you must have experienced it and with Mohammed as your guide it is guaranteed to be an unforgettable experience.
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Hoda_e
Jul 12, 2025
Great tour - Amazing tour, Mohamed was very helpful and friendly. Highly recommended if you visit Salalah. Definitely will book another tour with this travel agency.
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Sadiabutt
Jun 30, 2025
A well spent day - We had an amazing time on our tour to desert safari.Muhammad was very polite and professional.he went out of his way to make sure we were happy with everything.a well worth trip.highly recommended
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Taimoor
Jun 23, 2025
Action packed day - Mohammed was amazing, my wife and I had a great day exploring the desert, interacting with the landscape, the camels, and having a thrill near the dunes of the desert. A full action packed day and lots to learn from Mohammed
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Anja_b
Jun 23, 2025
A fantastic trip to the Empty Quarters! - We just returned from an absolutely fantastic afternoon tour of the Salalah desert and just had to share this experience! If you are looking for the perfect blend of history, breathtaking scenery and authentic Omani hospitality, then this tour is for you.
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Wiley_h
Oct 14, 2025
Good, but perhaps for the sites. - We had a really good time on this tour, but didnt get to see Ubar which I was looking forward to. We did get time on the dunes, which we enjoyed and I didnt realize that was already inlcuded; I thought it was a sub for the Ubar time.
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