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Rub al Khali Sunset Safari: Private 4WD Tour

Recommended by 100% of travelers
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Salalah, Oman
  • 7 to 9 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Head into the desert on this private, hassle-free tour to the Rub al Khali Desert, where you learn about Bedouin culture, pass through all kinds of terrain, try some dune bashing, then watch a gorgeous sunset. Your round-trip transport is taken care of from Salalah, so you don’t need to arrange this separately. Just enjoy yourself, try some Arabian coffee, local dates, and hear about all the layers of history in this region.
  • Learn about how frankincense grows near Wadi Dawkah
  • Explore Thumrait town for refreshments
  • Discover the Lost City of Wubar
  • Watch the sunset on the top of the dunes at Al Hadaf

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Snacks
  • All site fees and taxes
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Personal gear (sun hat, flashlight, warm wrap, etc.)
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Any items not clearly listed under “Included”

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We pick up from any hotel in the region

Itinerary

1

Wadi Dawkha

35 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

2

Thumrait

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

The Lost City of Wubar

25 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

4

Kzv camp tourist

1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Infant seats available
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Wear comfortable clothes, sunglasses & sunblock Light jacket recommended for cooler evenings, Moderate fitness level required; hold tight on uneven terrains.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

5.0
based on 20 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great experience between dunes and history on Oman!

Marco_C, Nov 2023
Great experience. Our guide Hamid was very professional and took care of us making sure we had the best experience, arriving at the dunes in time for a unique experience. Hamid was very knowledgeable on Oman history and we appreciated him sharing the historical facts of his country.

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Dear Mr. Marco, It was really our great pleasure to have you and we are so glade you had a good time in your tour with us. Many thanks for your fabulous response and kind feedback. We hope to welcome you again in Salalah soon.

Very nice experience with nice guide

OvalsOksom, Jan 2023
We spent amazing trip. Guide Hamed was very nice. We felt like on trip with an old friend who introduced his country with proud to us and wanted that we feel happy.

Response from Host, Feb 2023

Dear Oval, It was really our great pleasure to have you and we are so glade you had a good time in your visit to our Salalah city. Many thanks for your fabulous response and kind feedback. We hope to welcome you again in Salalah soon.

Die Wüste lebt!

Dsire_J, Mar 2023
Die Fahrt sowie die Führung waren sehr angenehm! Wir durften einen spannenden Blick Einblick in die Kultur erfahren sowie auch die nette Gastfreundschaft. Es wird sehr positiv in Erinnerung bleiben! Lieben Dank sehr Empfehlenswert!

Response from Host, Apr 2023

It was really our great pleasure to have you and we are so glade you had a good time in your visit to our Salalah city. Many thanks for your fabulous response and kind feedback. We hope to welcome you again in Salalah soon.

From $180.00

per person

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

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On average, this is booked 18 days in advance.

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