Half Day Guided Desert Tour (Sunset).

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About the Activity

If you haven't truly experienced the thrill of Desert trip, please join us on this Tour and thank us later. Set back in our air-conditioned 4WD, while our experienced guide immerses you in the beauty of Rub' al Khali Desert. Start by a drive through Dhofar Mountains towards the Empty Quarter. Arrive at Wadi Dokah, where you will learn about frankincense trees in its natural habitat over an area of 5 km square grove. Proceed to Thumrait to taste the Arabian hospitality with coffee and dates while you learn about Bedouin’s culture. Continue on a paved road to the archaeological site of Ubar (the lost city), while our guide plunges you in the story behind this interesting World Heritage Site. Finally, arrive at dunes of empty quarter, where you will embark on an exciting dune-pashing activity before capturing a marvellous sunset scene. End your day happily relaxing on a high golden sand dune, while capturing the beauty of desert sunset in the Empty Quarter Desert. Return to pick up point.

7 hours to 8 hours

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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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Inclusions & Exclusions

Food and drink : Bottled water. Bottled water

Food and drink : Snacks. Snacks

Transportation amenities : In-vehicle air conditioning. Air-conditioned vehicle

All site fees and taxes

Food and drink : Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea

Anything else not mentioned in the inclusions

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Wadi Dawkha

Salalah, OmanDrive via 'Qara' mountains. On a road progressively zigzagging up a vertical hill, herds of Camels & Cattle are a commonly spotted on the way which gives a picturesque view of one of Dhofari environments. Stop and visit Wadi Doka in the beginning of Najd (semi-desert) district 35 kilometres north of Salalah towards toward Thumrait (Bedouins settlement). Arrive at this UNESCO registered national reserve that contains 1230 perennial frankincense trees covering an area of 5 km” and have a real experience about this valuable famous tree. In addition to its scented smell, frankincense is also used as a remedial element35 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Proceed to Thumrait Town to have a few minutes refreshment and may be enjoying the Taste of Arabian cup of Coffee (Qahwah) and Dates (Tamer). The town of Thumrait has been a vital point in the ancient Frankincense trading routes. Gear up as you head to the next stop of lost city of Ubar archaeological. 20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Visit the city that has occupied, for centuries, the minds of historians and researchers for lost places, especially because its great reputation, in terms of its treasures, as well as its features that history was unable to forget despite its disappearance for a long time. Since 1930, the first failed attempt of search for the city by Bertram Sidney Thomas (his book- Arabian Felix), the English diplomat and explorer who is the first documented Westerner to cross the Rub' al Khali (Empty Quarter) and in 1940 by Sir Wilfred Patrick Thesiger another English explorer, whom wrote a book about his journey (Arabian Sands). Until the year 1992, the American researcher Nicolas clap with support of NASA satellites found great archaeological discoveries. Experience the remains of this ancient city and learn about the details of this UNESCO registered valuable history.30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Enjoy a safe thrilling experience dune pashing on the beautiful desert sand of Al khadaf. Have an awesome exiting time while our driver takes you through this desert adventure and get an unforgettable memories in this superb tour. Enjoy a fabulous desert sunset from the top of dunes. 1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup details

Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations

Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
We pick up from any hotel in the region
Travelers will be picked up 5 minutes before departure time

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Additional Information

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

Arabic
English

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Muscat time to receive 100% refund.

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Operated by Amazing Salalah TourismCreated on 16 May 2020Created on 09 Jun 2024

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