Empty Quarter & Lost City of Ubar – Full-Day Desert Safari
ID: GYG1224287-1878484
Catégorie:
Pays: Oman
Durée du projet:
09:00 horaires
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.
Faits saillants
- 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.
Langues
INCLUS
- 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
NON INCLUS
- 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
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Annulations
Cette excursion peut être annulée sans frais jusqu'à : heures d'annulation avant le début du voyage. Si vous l'annulez après les heures d'annulation ou si vous ne vous présentez pas à l'excursion, le prix total de l'activité vous sera toujours facturé. Tout retard à la prise en charge ou au départ sera considéré comme un retard.
