Empty Quarter Sunset Safari & Lost City of Ubar

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Duration

Approx 8 hours

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

all languages

About this tour

Experience Empty Quarter Sunset Safari & Lost City of Ubar

Embark on an exceptional journey with our Empty Quarter Sunset Safari. Designed to deliver authentic Omani hospitality, supreme comfort, and breathtaking scenic discovery across Salalah and the Dhofar region. Whether exploring ancient UNESCO heritage sites, plunging into azure waters, or trekking across golden desert dunes, our experienced team guarantees a flawless 5-star travel experience.

Key Highlights

  • ✓ Thrilling 4×4 dune bashing across the world-famous golden sands of the Empty Quarter (Rub’ al Khali).
  • ✓ Guided exploration of the legendary Lost City of Ubar (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
  • ✓ Breathtaking desert sunset photo opportunities over towering sand dunes.
  • ✓ Visit to natural frankincense groves in Wadi Dawka protected nature reserve.
  • ✓ Traditional Bedouin coffee, dates, and authentic desert hospitality included.

Detailed Day Itinerary

01:30 PM – 02:00 PM
Hotel pickup from Salalah in a comfortable air-conditioned 4×4 vehicle.
02:30 PM – 03:15 PM
Scenic drive through the Qara Mountains and stop at Wadi Dawka frankincense trees.
03:45 PM – 04:45 PM
Explore the archaeological ruins and museum of the Lost City of Ubar.
05:00 PM – 06:15 PM
Dune bashing adventure and sunset viewing from the summit of the sand dunes.
06:30 PM – 08:00 PM
Relaxing return journey through the desert and drop-off at your hotel.

Important Travel Tips & What to Bring

  • Comfortable lightweight clothing, sunglasses, and high-SPF sun protection.
  • Modest dress code (covering shoulders and knees) required when visiting mosques and cultural heritage sites.
  • Valid ID or passport copy for regional checkpoint clearances.
  • Camera or smartphone with plenty of battery to capture stunning photos.

Why Book with Salalah Oman Tours?

We are locally licensed operators based in Salalah. When you book directly with us, you enjoy guaranteed best local prices, modern sanitized vehicles, licensed English/Arabic speaking guides, and 24/7 customer assistance.

Highlights

  • Panoramic views of the Al Qara Mountains
  • Cultural drive through Thumrait, a historic desert town
  • A stop at Wadi Dawkah, home to ancient frankincense trees (UNESCO)
  • Discovery of the Lost City of Ubar—the Atlantis of the Sands (UNESCO)
  • Adrenaline-filled ride through dunes of Rub' al Khali (Empty Quarter)
  • A magical sunset view over the world's largest sand sea

Inclus/Exclus

  • Round-trip 4x4 transportation from Salalah hotels
  • Experienced English-speaking Omani safari driver/guide
  • Bottled mineral water, soft drinks, and refreshments
  • All national park and archaeological site entrance tickets
  • Traditional Omani coffee and fresh dates
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Gratuities for your driver/guide

Durations

Fullday (+7hours)

Languages

all languages

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Empty Quarter Sunset Safari + Lost City of Ubar
Lorenzo De Luca
07/23/2026

Safari nel deserto fantastico!

Organizzazione perfetta dall'inizio alla fine. Guida molto attenta, guida sicura sulle dune e cibo eccellente nell'accampamento. La città perduta di Ubar è ricca di fascino storico. Consigliatissimo a tutti i viaggiatori italiani in Oman!
Empty Quarter Sunset Safari + Lost City of Ubar
Paweł Lewandowska
07/19/2026

Niezapomniana noc na pustyni!

Pustynia Rub al-Chali zrobiła na nas ogromne wrażenie! Potężne złote wydmy o zachodzie słońca i nocleg pod milionem gwiazd to coś magicznego. Przewodnik był wspaniały, niezwykle gościnny i zorganizował świetne ujęcia z drona. Absolutnie najlepsza wycieczka w Salalah!
Empty Quarter Sunset Safari + Lost City of Ubar
William Brooks
07/19/2026

Unforgettable desert adventure!

An absolute must-do when visiting Salalah! The golden dunes of the Empty Quarter (Rub al Khali) are spectacular, especially at sunset. Our guide was exceptional, showing us the Lost City of Ubar, brewing fresh Omani tea, and capturing stunning drone shots for us. Sleeping under the stars was magical!

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