Oman · Desert Adventure

8-Hour Wadi Bani Khalid and Wahiba Sands Desert Tour from Muscat

8 Hours Round trip from 130 18th November St Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Marvel at the orange dunes of the Wahiba Sands Desert
  • 02 Relax at the pool in Wadi Bani Khalid
  • 03 Drive off-road through endless towering desert dunes
  • 04 Visit a traditional Bedouin house for Omani coffee and dates
  • 05 Enjoy the chance to swim, sunbathe, or explore deeper into the wadi

Embark on a journey from Muscat to the Sharqiya region to discover two of Oman's most memorable natural landscapes. Visit the marvellous Wadi Bani Khalid, where you can admire its steep canyon walls and crystal-clear pools, enjoy a swim, sunbathe, or walk deeper into the wadi. Continue to the famous Wahiba Sands Desert for an off-road drive among endless towering dunes and a chance to experience the magic of the Omani desert. Depending on availability, visit a traditional Bedouin house for Omani coffee and dates, with time for camel riding and photos before returning to Muscat.

Continue to the famous Wahiba Sands Desert for an off-road drive among endless towering dunes and a chance to experience the magic of the Omani desert.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Languages Arabic, English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Wadi Bani Khalid and Wahiba Sands Adventure

  • We depart early from Muscat, heading towards the Sharqiya region.
  • On the way, we take a short photo stop at the quaint little village of Fanja before continuing our journey to Wadi Bani Khalid. This is one of the biggest and most beautiful wadis that Oman is famous for. The wadi canyon is impressive, and with its unique steep walls and breathtaking crystal-clear water pools, it is fantastic to admire on its own. However, you can also enjoy a swim in the relaxing freshwater pool or sunbathe beside it. The wadi is so grand that you may even have the chance to walk deeper into it or perhaps visit its hidden caves. You can also have lunch there at a local Omani restaurant.
  • In the afternoon, we head to the famous Wahiba Sands Desert, where you drive off-road and see stretch after stretch of pure sand and endless towering dunes. Here, you will get to appreciate and experience the natural feel and magic of the Omani desert.
  • We have the chance to visit a traditional Bedouin house, where we can try Omani coffee and dates, depending on availability. You can also ride a camel, drive to the dunes, and take lots of photos.
  • After this desert adventure, we drive back to Muscat.
Wadi Bani Khalid pools, Fanja village, Wahiba Sands Desert dunes

Where this trip takes you

Wadi Bani Khalid pools, Fanja village, Wahiba Sands Desert dunes

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from 130 18th November St 1 city · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Water
  • Pick-up and drop-off anywhere in the Muscat area
  • English-speaking Omani tour guide
  • Transportation by 4WD vehicle

What's Not Included

  • Lunch
  • Entrance fees

What to bring

  • Snacks or lunch
  • Towel and extra clothes for swimming (optional)

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
130 18th November St, Muscat 130, Oman
Tour start
130 18th November St, Muscat 130, Oman
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in 130 18th November St.

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