Drive across the Qara Mountains and on to the Nejd area of Dhofar. Dhofars most remarkable and popular site with its unspoilt and magical sand dunes. We recommend it highly among Salalah Tours and Oman Day Tours as a whole and you will take an unforgettable memory to share with your family and friends back home. We make a brief stop at Thumrait which was famous as a Bedouin settlement. We drive further to the daunting Empty Quarter or Rub Al Khali. Here we find high sand dunes that rise to a height of 250 metres and above. From here, we drive to the lost city of Ubar, According to myth, the desert swallowed up Ubar. Quite literally, it sank without trace -becoming the fabled Atlantis of the Sands. This once buried city, which was spotted by satellite, gives you a glimpse of the value of work carried out by a team of explorers in 1982, led by Sir Ranulph Fiennes. We will have lunch at Thumrait. On our return to Salalah, we pass by Frankincense trees.
.Take the way across the Qara mountains where the beauty of Dhofar mountains Manifested. Herds of Camels & Cattle are a common sight which gives a scenic view of a traditional Dhofari rural beauty. At Jobs tomb a reputed final resting place of the Islamic prophet, Experience the legendary story of Prophet Job and his devoutness. Unparallel Vistas of the Al Garbib Plain can be seen. Continue towards Mughsayl where the white sand touches the deep blue of the ocean . pass by Frankincense trees, growing in their natural habitat, deep down in the valleys, dotting the dry & craggy countryside. Smell the fragrance of the holy incense then reach the fabulous sandy beach that was anciently determined by sculptured cliffs and Blow holes, where water reaches a height of 30m or more.The view from the top of the coast is fabulous where the mountains drop into water .head to Visit the famous Mughsayl and Salalah Bird sanctuaries.
Empty Quarter and Lost City Overnight Camping Tour
Empty Quarter and a Lost city (OVERNIGHT CAMPING on FB Basis) (01 Night / 02 Days) Pick up : From Any place in Salalah Duration : 01 Night / 02 Days Rate includes 1- Transportation A/C vehicles as mentioned in the itinerary 2- English speaking driver / guide 3- Soft drinks and mineral water during the excursion 4-Dinner & Breakfast .
Rub' al Khali Sunset Safari Empty Quarter's Desert Adventure
Discover the magic of Oman’s Empty Quarter Desert on an unforgettable adventure. Witness sunsets that set the sands ablaze, explore the ancient frankincense groves of Wadi Dawkah, and immerse yourself in the history and charm of Thumrait, a legendary caravan hub. Uncover the mysteries of the Lost City of Ubar, the famed “Atlantis of the Sands.” Feel the thrill of 4x4 dune rides, stroll barefoot on golden sands, and capture breathtaking desert vistas. This journey offers rare moments of wonder, adventure, and a profound connection with Oman’s timeless landscapes.
Empty Quarter and a Lost city Pick up : From Any place in Salalah Duration : 8 Hr Rate includes 1- Transportation A/C vehicles as mentioned in the itinerary 2- English speaking driver / guide 3- Soft drinks and mineral water during the excursion
