Desert Sunset: Explore Oman's Empty Quarter

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Empty Quarter desert in Oman on a sunset trip from Salalah. Explore the historical site of Ubar and witness the Frankincense trade at Wadi Dawkah. Enjoy a thrilling desert drive and indulge in a delicious dinner.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Dhofar Governorate - Amazing drive from Dhofar Mountains will take you to Wadi Dawkah. The mountains are green and unique in the Middle East.
  • Wadi Dawkah - Wadi Dawkah is on the northern Side of Salalah and is a UNESCO Heritage site. Here there’s a large natural garden of Frankincense Trees, which are the source of Dhofari Frankincense….
What's Included
  • Transport by private 4x4 vehicle for up to 6 adults
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance to Wadi Dawkah Frankincense Park
  • Bottled water
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Anything not mentioned in Inclusions
  • Entrance fees to ubar Archaeological site
Additional Information

This sunset trip is one of the best trips in the world. In the southern part of Oman, on a single day, you will be seeing the largest desert of the World ‘Empty Quarter’ that spreads across many countries of the Middle East. What else could be better than a walk on the desert and seeing the setting sun. Have sand bashing in the desert.
The guide and the…

Location
Dhofar Governorate
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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788pz
Oct 11, 2025
5 stars - It was a truly interesting experience. Muhammad Almahdali has incredible desert driving skills and is a very good guide and funny guy
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Anissa
Sep 27, 2025
Best excursion with the best guide in Oman: Ali and her kindness her benevolence her noble and generous heart - Beautiful experience!! Incredible landscapes we were blown away by the kindness of our guide Ali I recommend this tour a thousand times with Ali as a guide who knows the desert at his fingertips! We spent an incredible day visiting historic sites .. we ended up in the dunes facing the sunset I would remember this day and I would never forget Ali ... there are meetings that mark us for life Ali and his good heart are part of it
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Curious45994566472
Sep 22, 2025
Sunset dune tour with extras! - Excellent trip, Abo Salim was an excellent tour guide, very friendly, personable, and went the extra mile to show us different interesting sights along the way. He expertly navigated us around the sand dunes and we watched the sunset. I definitely want to return and do a longer 2-3 day camping trip in the desert. Perfect day!
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Luismw2937gv
Sep 22, 2025
Great time with Abo Salim in the Empty Quarter - We went with Abo Salim and had an amazing time. He is very knowledgeable and welcoming, took us to many great locations along the trip. His Toyota is in perfect condition and was a very comfortable ride for the whole afternoon.
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Michaelsi6876oe
Sep 22, 2025
Best trip ever - Abo Salim was a fantastic guide who kept us comfortable in his new Toyota Land Cruiser. He effortlessly guided us through the dunes of the desert and brought us to a sublime area for the sunset. He showed us incredible hidden gems in the local villlages and made sure we were well hydrated and well fed. 10 stars!!
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Russogol
Apr 30, 2025
Not to be missed! Amazing Dunes! - Our guide, Mohammed Almahadali, was super! very good, prepared, capable, speaks good English and very helpful. kind with children and always ready to make us live a great experience. Mohammed highly recommended! our guide, Mohammed Almahadali, was super! very good, prepared, capable, speaks good English and very helpful. kind to children and always ready to make us live a good experience. very comfortable car and able to climb the dunes in an incredible way. the view of the dunes and 'something incredible, absolutely to try. Mohammed highly recommended!
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Excursion53854070388
Apr 21, 2025
Sunset in Desert - The tour was very nice. Our guide Abo Salim was very hard at work and adapted the tour perfectly to our needs. You have to experience this tour. Unforgettable memories ❤️ Thank you
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T6325vfsarar
Apr 21, 2025
Super experience - It was a wonderful experience. The sunset was spectacular. The organization was punctual and the guide very competent and helpful. Tour super!
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Danielbl3140dy
Apr 17, 2025
Unforgettable Safari Experience with Abo Salim and Beautiful Salalah Tours! - We had the most incredible experience on the Safari tour with Beautiful Salalah Tours, guided by the amazing Abo Salim. From start to finish, everything was perfectly organized, professional, and filled with breathtaking moments. Abo Salim is not only knowledgeable but also incredibly passionate about the region, its culture, and natural beauty. We explored the stunning mountains, wadis, and desert landscapes of Salalah, each stop more spectacular than the last. He made sure we were comfortable, safe, and truly enjoying every minute. We even got to try traditional Omani food and learn about local customs along the way, which made the journey feel authentic and enriching. The 4x4 adventure through the sand dunes was a highlight, thrilling yet safe, and the sunset views were absolutely magical. Abo Salim’s storytelling and sense of humor made the trip even more memorable. It felt like traveling with a friend who knows all the secrets of Salalah! I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Oman. Beautiful Salalah Tours and Abo Salim made it a once-in-a-lifetime experience that I will never forget. Don’t miss it!
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Flyer03254325837
Oct 2, 2025
Empty quarter - Lovely day out in the empty quarter with Abu Salim. Abu Salim was a great guide sharing a lot about Oman tradition and way of life. Note: We were staying in Mirbat which made it a rather long journey and lots of driving. Probably best to be station in Salalah if you wish to do that trip as it would reduce driving time or stay overnight in the desert. We did it as a day trip.
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From $95
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).