Wadi Bani Khalid & Wahiba Sands Desert Tour
Visit the refreshing, serene and highly accesible oasis that is Wadi Bani Khalid. Swim along the palm-fringed natural pools before heading to the golden Wahiba Sand desert dunes for dune buggying and a visit to a bedoiun house.
Price: 150 OMR/ vehicle (max 4 persons)
Timings:
Duration: Full Day
Start Time: 9:00 AM
End Time: 8:00 PM
Top Attractions:
Wadi Bani Khalid
Wahiba Sand Dunes
Bedouin visit
Dune Bugging
Camel Ride (at additional cost)
Quad Bike (at additional cost)
Included:
Hotel pick-up and drop-off in 4WD
English-speaking local guide
Water to stay hydrated in the heat!
Important Note:
On the dress code: Wadi Bani Khalid is adjacent to a couple of rural villages, which women will need to dress moderately while swimming in the pools (i.e. t-shirt and shorts).
Top Attractions
Itinerary
Itinerary
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Meet at your hotel in Muscat for an early departure. Your journey will begin with a scenic drive through Oman's diverse landscapes, heading toward Wadi Bani Khalid.
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Drive through small towns and rugged mountains before arriving at Wadi Bani Khalid, one of Oman's most famous wadis. Known for its stunning emerald pools, lush date palm groves, and towering cliffs, it’s a complete desert oasis.
Enjoy a swim in the crystal-clear natural pools, walk along the scenic trails surrounding the wadi and visit a nearby cave.
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Leave Wadi Bani Khalid and journey towards Wahiba Sands, a vast desert known for its towering dunes and Bedouin culture. The drive offers a mix of rocky desert and glimpses of Bedouin life as you approach the golden sand dunes.
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Enjoy lunch at a local Omani resturant and savor some traditional dishes.
Or, for a more immersive experience, dine with a local family (needs to be booked in advance and at an additional cost).
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Visit a Bedouin camp and learn more about the traditional lifestyle of the desert’s nomadic folks. Enjoy some warm Arabic coffee (kahwa) and dates, and chat with the friendly Bedouin hosts about their way of life.
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Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted by rolling dunes that stretch as far as the eye can see. Prepare for an authentic desert adventure as your driver deflates the tires for better traction on the sand.
Activities:
Dune bugging: Experience an exhilarating 4x4 ride over the dunes with an expert driver navigating the steep slopes.
Camel ride (optional): Take a short camel ride and experience the traditional desert mode of transportation.
Desert photography: Capture stunning photos of the ever-changing dunes and the play of light and shadows.
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After your desert adventure, bid farewell to the stunning Wahiba Sands and begin the drive back to Muscat, passing through charming small villages and desert landscapes.
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Return to Muscat, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel or original pickup point.