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Wahiba Sands and Wadi Bani Khalid Desert Safari

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Muscat, Oman

7 to 9 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Just outside the fashionable capital of Oman, a desert safari awaits. Tackle the ruggedest terrain in a sturdy 4x4 as you cruise between sights with a local guide, getting access to hidden corners of the stunning landscape. Get a first-hand look at the fabled white dunes of the Wahiba Sands, home to Bedouin tribes. Then hop into the Wadi Bani Khaled, a watery desert oasis, for a refreshing dip.

A fast-paced, rugged ride through the desert to Wahiba Sands and Wadi Bani Khaled
Visit the mythic dunes of Oman’s most famous desert landscape, and learn about local Bedouin tribes
Front-door pickup with your own private guide, who knows the best spots to explore
Bring your bathing suit: you’ll get a chance to swim in a real-life desert oasis

What's Included

Fuel surcharge
Local taxes
National Park fees
Bottled water
Driver/guide
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Private tour
Round-trip private transfer
Transport by private vehicle ( 4X4 vehicles 6 seats

Gratuities
Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Recommended Pick up time before 9:00 AM . But as it is private trip , so pick up time flexible . Pick up from any place inside Muscat .

Itinerary

Oman Day Tours (Pass By)

Wahiba Sands

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Wadi Bani Khalid

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 12 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not wheelchair accessible
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Children must be accompanied by an adult

Infant meals not included
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide with Extra charge
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.4

based on 21 reviews

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Worst tour in Oman

MikatekoC_H, Dec 2025

The most expensive and worst of all the tours we had in Oman. Spent all the money for nothing really! Horrible service!

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are truly sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. We always strive to deliver high-quality service and memorable experiences to all our guests, and it is disappointing to learn that we fell short in your case. Your comments have been taken seriously and will be reviewed with our team to ensure we continue improving our services. We would appreciate the opportunity to better understand your concerns. If you are open to it, please feel free to contact us directly with more details about your tour so we can review the matter thoroughly and see how we may address it. Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and we wish you all the best in your future travels.