• Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari
  • Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari
  • Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari
  • Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari
  • Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari
  • Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari
  • Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari
  • Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari
  • Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari
  • Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari
  • Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari
  • Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari
  • Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari
  • Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari
  • Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari
  • Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari
  • Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari

Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari

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ID: GYG1224287-O-1878517
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Country: Oman

Duration: 09:00 hours


Description

Explore the Empty Quarter and the Lost City of Ubar on a full-day safari from Salalah. Discover UNESCO frankincense trees and breathtaking golden dunes in Oman’s largest desert.
Your journey begins with hotel pickup in Salalah in a comfortable 4x4 vehicle. Travel toward the lush foothills of Dhofar for your first stop at Ain Razat, a peaceful natural spring surrounded by gardens and shaded walkways.
A refreshing introduction before heading into the desert landscape.

Continue to Wadi Dawkah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its Boswellia Sacra trees. Learn about the ancient frankincense trade that once connected Oman to civilizations across Arabia, Africa, and the Mediterranean.

Drive onward to Thumrait, historically a Bedouin settlement and caravan hub. Enjoy a lunch break at a local restaurant (optional) before venturing deeper into the desert.

Next, explore the archaeological site of Ubar, often called the “Atlantis of the Sands.” Discover the legends and history of this ancient trading city that once thrived along frankincense routes.

Your adventure continues into the vast Rub' al Khali (Empty Quarter), the largest continuous sand desert in the world. Experience thrilling 4x4 driving across towering golden dunes, stop for panoramic photos, and admire the dramatic transition from rocky plains to endless sand seas.

Take time to absorb the silence and immensity of the desert, with opportunities for unforgettable photographs. Depending on timing, enjoy a scenic stop in the dunes before returning comfortably to Salalah in the evening.

Highlights

  • Explore UNESCO frankincense trees and Oman’s ancient trade heritage.
  • Visit the legendary Lost City of Ubar, the “Atlantis of the Sands.”
  • Drive across the golden dunes of the Empty Quarter in a 4x4.
  • Capture breathtaking panoramic views and unique desert photos.
  • Travel with an expert local guide for insight and a safe journey.

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
INCLUDED
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Salalah
  • Transportation in an air-conditioned 4x4
  • Experienced English-speaking local guide
  • Entrance to the UNESCO-listed Wadi Dawkah
  • Exploration of the archaeological site of Ubar
  • Traditional lunch in Thumrait
  • Visit to the dunes and panoramic views of the Rub’ al Khali
  • Panoramic photo stops in the desert
  • Sunset snack in the desert: tea, coffee, juice, and bananas
  • Bottled water on board
NOT INCLUDED
  • Personal expenses (souvenirs, purchases at the souq, extra snacks)
  • Tips for the guide or driver (optional)
  • Optional activities not included in the itinerary (sandboarding, camel ride)
  • Additional drinks beyond the sunset snack

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.