From the vibrant coastal city of Salalah, a world of unparalleled beauty and adventure beckons just beyond the mountains. While Oman's allure is undeniable throughout the day, there's a truly magical transformation that happens as the sun dips below the horizon in the vast, golden expanse of the Empty Quarter desert.
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Snacks
Gratuities
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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From the vibrant coastal city of Salalah, a world of unparalleled beauty and adventure beckons just beyond the mountains. While Oman's allure is undeniable throughout the day, there's a truly magical transformation that happens as the sun dips below the horizon in the vast, golden expanse of the Empty Quarter desert.
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Snacks
Gratuities
Itinerary
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The Frankincense Trail
Wadi Dawkah is a captivating natural park located approximately 40 kilometers north of Salalah city in the Dhofar region of Oman. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognized for its vast vegetation of ancient frankincense trees (Boswellia sacra).
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Information about wadi dawkah salalah
Wadi Dawkah is a captivating natural park located approximately 40 kilometers north of Salalah city in the Dhofar region of Oman. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognized for its vast vegetation of ancient frankincense trees (Boswellia sacra).
Frankincense Trees: The wadi is home to over 4,000 frankincense trees spread across 3,500 acres, making it the world's largest protected Boswellia sacra forest. These trees have played a crucial role in the region's history and economy for thousands of years, with frankincense once being more valuable than gold.
Historical Significance: Wadi Dawkah is an integral part of the ancient frankincense trade route
1 hour
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Thumrait
Thumrait is a significant town in the Dhofar Governorate of Oman, located approximately 70-80 kilometers north of Salalah. While Salalah is known for its lush khareef (monsoon) season and coastal beauty, Thumrait offers a contrasting experience, serving as a gateway to the vast desert landscapes and a point of historical importance.
1 hour
3
Empty Quarter
The Empty Quarter, known in Arabic as Rub' al Khali (meaning "The Empty Quarter"), is one of the most remarkable and extreme deserts on Earth. It holds a powerful allure for adventurers, scientists, and anyone seeking to experience truly vast and untouched wilderness.
4 hours
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Ubar
Wubar, also often spelled Ubar or Wabar, is a legendary lost city in the southern deserts of the Arabian Peninsula. It's frequently referred to as the "Atlantis of the Sands" due to its mysterious disappearance and the tales surrounding its former wealth and destruction.
