Desert Safari in Empty Quarter with Dune Bashing
Visit the locations that have been accredited as UNESCO World Heritage locations, such as the archeological site of Ubar and the distinctive frankincense trees in Wadi Dawkha. Traveling from the City of Salalah/Taqah Hotels to the first location will take you at least one hour, and getting to each destination will take you half an hour to an hour. Our driver will transport you to the morning safari locations at 09:00, and clients can anticipate the sunset at 12:30. Dune bashing is an option for both in the Empty Quarter.
Options
Morning Desert Safari @ 09:00
Highlights:: Wadi Dawka & Frankincense trees | Ubar | Rub Al Khali
4WD
Pickup included
What's included in Desert Safari in Empty Quarter with Dune Bashing
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Wadi Dawkha
Pick up from the Hotel, around 1hr drive and drive to Wadi Dawkha (UNESCO World Heritage site), also known as the "Frankincense trees," which has the largest collection of naturally grown Frankincense trees in the region. Discover the history of Frankincense as well as its applications in the modern world.
Visit 'Lost the City of Ubar' (UNESCO World Heritage Site), one of the ancient sites in the Dhofar region where archaeologists using remote sensing equipment discovered the city's remains in 1992. Ubar is thought to have been inhabited from approximately 2800 B.C. to approximately 300 A.D. and was an important trading center for frankincense before being buried in the rising dunes. At the site, there is a small museum displaying archaeological discoveries. The entrance fee is included.
Empty Quarter
The bleak, arid desert of Rub al Khali, also known as the Empty Quarter, stretches from the mountain's foothills to an enormous sandy plain that covers the majority of the area. The area is well-known for its archaeological sites. Sunset will be seen for the 12:30 pick up options. After the trip for minimum 1hour 30 mins drive back to the city.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Entrance Fee: Ubar Site
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Gratuities, tips
- Transfer in Mirbat Hotels additional USD 45 per person
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Total tour duration will be 9hrs including the pick up and drop off to the hotel and including the visiting the tour locations.
- All 4WD vehicles maximum of 4 pax per vehicle due to safety regulations.
- Most of the tours involve walking over rough and inclined ground please wear comfortable steady or walking shoes.
- Dune bashing is a thrilling activity. Guests are allowed to take part in the activity at their own risk.
- Guests should wear comfortable clothing and avoid wearing expensive accessories in desert trips.
- Please note that there is limited to no signal at the camp/desert.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
From the hotel pickup, our driver will wait for you in the lobby. From the Airport / Port our representative will welcome you with your name upon the arrival gate of the airport or port.
