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Visiting Oman's Empty Quarter: Everything You Need to Know

The Arab world is known for its wide deserts, especially the Rub’ Al Khali (the Empty Quarter), with its golden sands. Here is everything you need to know about the famous Rub’ Al Khali Desert for your next visit to Oman.

What is the empty quarter.

The Empty Quarter is the English name for the Rub’ Al Khali desert, located in the southern part of the Arabian Peninsula. It is the largest continuous sand sea in the world, with an area of 650,000 square kilometres (250,000 sq mi), and 1,000 kilometres (620 mi) long and 500 kilometres (310 mi) wide. The Al Rub’ Al Khali desert is shared by four countries: Saudi Arabia, Yemen, the United Arab Emirates and Oman.

The surface of the desert is covered by reddish-orange colored sand dunes, which reach around 250 metres (820 ft) high, and several lake beds. It is believed that the lake beds were originally shallow lakes formed by monsoon rains thousands of years ago, and only lasted for a few years.

Al Rub’ Al Khali, as one of the most significant sand seas in the world, has been featured in several international films, such as Star Wars: The Force Awakens , The Matrix, The Panther and many others.

How to get to the Empty Quarter

The Empty Quarter is located in the Governorate of Dhofar in southern Oman, so it is better to fly to Oman through Salalah International Airport. Tourists can also fly to Muscat International Airport, but from there will need either to fly or drive to Salalah by car or bus.

Several companies provide tours and guides to visit the magnificent sandy desert, such as Al Fawaz Tours , Safaridrive.com , Original Travel , Light Foot Travel , and Oman Day Tours . Tours include one-day trips through the desert with a skilled Bedouin guide, 4×4 driving and camping under the bright stars.

Activities in the Empty Quarter

Visitors can enjoy a 4×4 drive in the desert or a camel ride, or camp out on the dunes. One of the best experiences in the Empty Quarter is to spend some time with the Bedouins of the desert. Visitors can enjoy listening to old stories about Oman, its culture and the desert. They will be introduced to the lifestyle, homes, and food of the Bedouin people.

Best places to stay and eat in the Empty Quarter

Due to the harsh environment of the Empty Quarter, there are no touristy places or facilities such as hotels. However, tourists are encouraged to spend a night or two camping on the stunning dunes, under the clear sky and the bright stars of Dhofar. Tour companies have camps with tents.

As for food, most companies have local Bedouins cook traditional Omani food for visitors. Other companies prepare their own food.

Weather in the Empty Quarter

The region is classified as “hyper-arid”, which means that it lacks water for the growth of plants or survival of animals. Rainfall is less than 3 cm (1.2 in) every year. The daily temperatures are between 47 °C (117 °F) and 51 °C (124 °F).

The people of the Empty Quarter

Despite the severe environment of the Al Rub’ Al Khali desert, several tribes from the Arabian Peninsula have managed to establish life on its sands. Most tribes that live there do so close to the edge of the desert. Few roads exist to help settlers find water spots and oil production centers.

Tips to follow before you visit the Empty Quarter

Bring light clothes, big hats, high-quality sunglasses and a jacket and sweater for the cold nights. Due to the conservative nature of Omani culture and the Bedouins, don’t bring short clothes or swimwear that is very revealing.

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Empty Quarter sunset safari, traversing the awe-inspiring landscapes of Rub Al Khali. Brace yourself for a glimpse of the elegant gazelles gracefully navigating the desert terrain as you drive through this vast and captivating region. Take a pause to delve into the heart of desert life with a visit to a camel farm, where you can witness the enduring bond between the desert dwellers and their majestic companions.

The journey continues with a visit to one of the serene Liwa oases, providing a refreshing contrast to the arid surroundings. Here, amidst the verdant palms and tranquil pools, you can immerse yourself in the oasis’s unique ecosystem. Discover the cultural richness of the desert communities that have thrived in harmony with this harsh environment for generations.

Prepare for an ascent to one of the crown jewels of the desert landscape – the imposing Tal Moreb. As you stand atop this colossal dune, marvel at the sheer grandeur of your surroundings. Let the vastness of the desert unfold before you, showcasing nature’s mastery in shaping the ever-shifting dunes.

As the day gracefully transitions into evening, position yourself to witness a breathtaking sunset from the summit of Moreb Dunes. The shifting hues of the sky paint a mesmerizing panorama, casting a warm glow over the endless expanse of sand. Experience the tranquility that descends with the fading light, creating a moment of serene reflection amidst the desert’s timeless beauty.

This Empty Quarter sunset safari promises not only a visual feast for the senses but also an immersive journey into the soul of the desert. Let the whispers of the wind and the golden hues of the setting sun weave together an unforgettable tapestry of memories against the backdrop of this magnificent and ever-changing landscape.

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What is the empty quarter sunset desert safari.

The Empty Quarter Sunset Desert Safari is an exhilarating desert adventure that takes you to the vast and stunning Empty Quarter (Rub' al Khali) desert in Abu Dhabi. It offers the opportunity to witness the breathtaking sunset over the sand dunes and experience various desert activities.

What activities are included in the Empty Quarter Sunset Desert Safari?

The activities included in the Empty Quarter Sunset Desert Safari offered include dune bashing, camel riding, sandboarding,  Arabic entertainment, and a delicious dinner in a Bedouin-style camp.

How long does the Empty Quarter Sunset Desert Safari last?

The duration of the Empty Quarter Sunset Desert  lasts around 10 to 11 hours. This includes travel time to and from the desert, as well as the time spent engaging in activities and enjoying the sunset and dinner in the camp.

What should I wear and bring for the Empty Quarter Sunset Desert Safari?

It is recommended to wear loose and comfortable clothing suitable for the desert environment. Light and breathable fabrics, such as cotton, are ideal. It's also advisable to wear closed-toe shoes to protect your feet. Additionally, bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and a light jacket or shawl for cooler evenings. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture the beautiful moments.

How can I book the Empty Quarter Sunset Desert Safari?

To book the Empty Quarter Sunset Desert Safari, you can contact our tour operator directly through our website 

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Sunset on top of the dunes in the Arabian Desert in its very center called Rub Al Khali, also known as the Empty Quarter –  largest continuous body of sand in the world

1. Wadi Duka:  one of the stunning valleys with many frankincense trees.

2.  Wubar (Lost City) holds a certificate of recognition of UNESCO World Heritage Site.

3.  Viewing of black camels:  considered a rare type (possible to take photos with camels).

4.  Fun & Sunset in the dunes: enjoy one of the most beautiful sunsets of your life from the top of Rub Al Khali desert. 5.  Drive back to the hotel.

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Black camels are considered a rare type.  You will be able to come close, feed the animals and take memorable pictures.

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At 09:00am pick up from the hotel and drive to Wadi Dawka (UNESCO World Heritage site), also known as the “Frankincense trees,” which has the largest collection of naturally grown Frankincense trees in the region. Discover the history of Frankincense as well as its applications in the modern world. Visit ‘Lost the City of Ubar’ (UNESCO World Heritage Site), one of the ancient sites in the Dhofar region where archaeologists using remote sensing equipment discovered the city’s remains in 1992. Ubar is thought to have been inhabited from approximately 2800 B.C. to approximately 300 A.D. and was an important trading center for frankincense before being buried in the rising dunes. At the site, there is a small museum displaying archaeological discoveries. The bleak, arid desert of Rub al Khali, also known as the Empty Quarter, stretches from the mountain’s foothills to an enormous sandy plain that covers the majority of the area. The area is well-known for its archaeological sites. On your way back, you’ll have to stop at Thumrait for some refreshments.

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Discover the scenic beauty and extraordinary Salalah desert and Ubar lost city guided tour through the region. Visit sites of Salalah Dhofar mountains Wadi ‘Dawka’ (UNESCO World heritage site)

Your full day the Lost City Of Ubar And Rub Al Khali tour will start in the morning by a 4×4 vehicle. We drive you towards the Qara mountain range that is known for its spectacular view of the Salalah plains and is dotted with thick shrub and woodland. In the Thumrait town, you will have a small break. The Thumrait town was famous as a Bedouin settlement. Then you proceed west on the graded road by crossing the huge gravel desert of Al Nejd. You will then visit the Lost City of Ubar (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), which is just 175 km away from Salalah. Ubar is an ancient kingdom that is said to have existed in one of the most inhospitable places on earth that are Al Khali desert, which is a vast and forbidding Rub. Al Khali desert is also known as the Empty Quarter. According to the myth, it is believed that the desert swallowed up Ubar. Literally, Ubar sank without a trace and become the fabled Atlantis of the Sands. This buried city was spotted by satellite, which can give you a glimpse of the value of work carried out by a team of explorers in the year 1992, which was led by Sir Ranulph Fiennes.

After exploring the site by walking, you proceed to the Empty Quarter to experience the biggest sand desert in the world that called Rub al Khali by rambling on the fascinating sand dunes. From the top of the sand dunes, you will enjoy a breathtaking overview of the vast desert.

While driving back to Salalah, you can explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site- Wadi ‘Dawka’ that is also known as the Frankincense Wadi. This place is famous for the biggest collection of the naturally grown Frankincense trees in the region. You will get a chance to learn about the Frankincense, its use in the past and in the modern world.

By the sunset, you will return to Salalah.

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# Overnight tour to the Empty Quarter (Rub Al Khali)

It is an absolute must for everyone who is visiting Dhofar, that you visit Rub Al Khali (The Empty Quarter), Dhofars’ most remarkable and popular site with its untouched and magical sand dunes. This will be an unforgettable memory to share with your family and friends back home. Start the tour from your hotel in the afternoon. After having a small break in Thumrait town, which was famous as a Bedouin settlement, proceed west on graded road crossing the huge gravel desert of “Al Nejd”. Arriving the sand desert in Al Khadaf, where the sand dunes emerge picturesque and spectacular, your experienced driver will drive up the hills in the most thrilling and exciting manner to show you an example of driving with force in the sand popularly known as Dune Bashing. In Rub Al Khali, enjoy the exciting and thrilling driving tactics in the fine sand of Arabian Desert. Enjoy a beautiful sunset over the sand dunes before you reach the camp site. Arabian Coffee and traditional dates are also served on arrival at the camp. Later you will be served a delicious Arabic style dinner and Shisha (the Arabic water pipe). Overnight at the Camp (Standard/basic camp) On the following day, after the breakfast, proceed to the “Lost city of Ubar” (UNESCO World heritage site). This legendary ancient kingdom, known as Ubar, was said to have existed in one of the most inhospitable places on earth – a vast and forbidding Rub Al Khali desert, appropriately known as the Empty Quarter. According to myth, the desert swallowed up Ubar. Quite literally, it sank without trace -becoming the fabled “Atlantis of the Sands.” This once buried city, which was spotted by satellite, gives you a glimpse of the value of work carried out by a team of explorers in 1992, led by Sir Ranulph Fiennes. Drive into “Wadi Dawka” (UNESCO World heritage site), known as the “Frankincense Wadi”, which is also well-known as the biggest collection of the naturally grown Frankincense trees in the region. Experience the Frankincense and its use in the past as well as in the modern World. Return to Salalah before noon.

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Enjoy Empty quarter overnight from Salalah

Start your adventure from Salalah to discover and explore one of the largest deserts, which is empty quarter deserts .

Salalah is located in the southern of Sultanate Oman (about 600 sq mi ), considered the capital of South Dhofar Province; your guide will pick you at the morning to start driving across the highway to Qara mountain and Nejd desert area of Dhofar, considered from the most popular places due to its magical hundreds red sand-dunes. There will be a stop photo where you can take unforgettable photos to share with your beloveds; another stop in our way will be in a village named Thumrait, known as a Bedouin settlement, where you will see how local people live. 

Continue till we arrive at the huge size desert of the empty quarter, also known as Al Rubal Khali. Explore this region, see the sand dunes with a height of 250 meters above sea level, and even more.

When the guide starts the dune bashing at the empty quarter desert, measure the Adrenaline level now in your body. An adventure will never be forgotten with our experienced driver guides showing you the art of dune bashing with the most adventure and thrilling driving.

Now it is time to enjoy the sunset; photographer lovers will find it an amazing chance for unforgettable photos, then you will reach your campsite.

A collection of activities you can do, As you can enjoy a Camel ride, taste the Arabian Coffee with traditional Omani dates, later you will be served your barbecue dinner, And start to enjoy the atmosphere of desert life while watching the endless stars at night and smoking the Shisha ( The Arabian water Pipe ).

The next morning, after breakfast, we will check out from the camp and head to visit the ruins of the lost City of Ubar. According to Myth, Ubar city had been swallowed up by the desert a long time ago. It sank without leaving any traces. Now it is known as The Atlantic of the sands. Due to its importance as a landmark attraction, UNESCO considers it a world heritage global site.

Ubar buried city was unexplored till 1992, and it is believed to have existed from ancient times, about 2800 to 300 B.C.

Now after the amazing adventure of crossing the empty quarter desert, we will start our way back to Salalah, passing by the Frankincense area trees, one of the best in the world. 

Empty quarter overnight 2 days/1 night

        975 dollar per person based on 1 person private trip,             525 dollar per person based on 2 persons private trip,             350 dollar per person  based on 3 persons private trip,            275  dollar per person  based on 4 persons private trip, what is included in the overnight to empty quarter trip.

* Pick and drop off from Salalah ( Hotel – Airport – Residency ).

* 1 Night Accommodation in Bedouin Camp with dinner and breakfast.

* Private air condition vehicle all the trip.

*All mentioned sightseeing in the itinerary.

*Experience Omani English tour guide.

What is excluded from overnight to empty quarter?

* Tipping to guide

* Entry Visa to Oman

*Any optional activities

What to know before you book overnight to the empty quarter?

*Empty Quarter (Rub Al Khali ) covers 250000 square miles. It is considered of the biggest deserts, covering large parts of the Arabic desert, encompassing most of the southern third of the Arabian peninsula.

*The pronunciation and meaning of empty quarter in Arabic are Al Rub Al Khali, that’s why you can find it written on many websites or google earth maps in that way.

* Al Rub Al Khali, the empty quarter, occupies the borders between four Arabian countries: Oman, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, and Yemen border ( Only the Omani visa is needed for booking this trip ).

* Empty quarter tour duration is two days and one night.

* Mobile coverage is weak inside the empty quarter desert

* During the overnight trip to Al Rub Al Khali or empty quarter, it is recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes

*The climate in the empty quarter is fine most of the year; rains are rare, but try to bring some heavy clothes as sometimes it is cold at night in the desert, especially in the month of Dec.

*At your overnight in the empty quarter (Rub Al Khali desert), Toilet facilities available in the camp as chemical toilets 

* Photography is allowed in the empty quarter desert. Still, kindly notice according to Omani traditions, it is unacceptable to take photos of Omani women, and it is polite to ask men before.

* tour order may vary, but all mentioned are to be covered.

*Due to the nature of the weather in Oman, it is recommended, before you travel, to bring hats and sunblock on any Oman tours .

* Tour order may vary, but all mentioned are to be covered.

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Empty Quarter Oman (Wüste Rub al Khali im Oman) is one of the most famous and one of the largest deserts in the world. The amazing sand dunes are located around 200 kilometres North of Salalah, Oman, in Dhofar Governorate . The trip to Southern Oman is incomplete without having desert safari in Rub Al Khali.

In a region defined by deserts, Empty Quarter is daunting and inhospitable. It might not be the place to build a city or a town, but it is one of the most popular attraction for adventurous travelers who want to experience a real natural wonder. And that’s what adventure lovers want. A Safari at the dunes in off-roading vehicle – Toyota Land Cruiser or Nissan Patrol.

The desert has a lot of uniqueness. Each part has a tale, which is untold and undiscovered. That’s why it’s a must see and experience tourist attraction in Oman. In this post, we will cover the details about Empty Quarter, the best way to go there and what to do. So that you don’t miss anything while you are in Salalah.

Why Empty Quarter is known as Rub Al Khali?

Empty is translated as Khali in Arabic and the Quarter is translated as Rub. So Empty Quarter is known as Rub al Khali in Arabic language, which is the language of the Middle East. It’s not only the language of the region, but also of Islam. The Holy Quran is in Arabic Language as well.

Empty Quarter is Huge

Rub Al Khali is huge pile of sand gravels. The desert has an area of over 500,000 square kilometres. To be specific, its length is thousand kilometres. The width is half of that.

Interestingly, Empty Quarter stretches in four countries. Oman is one of them. Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and Yemen are the other 3 countries. Although, most of Empty Quarter lies in Saudi Arabia, Oman has a significant portion too.

Empty Quarter Oman’s Distribution Among Governorates

In Oman, this desert extends to 3 Governorates (called Mahafizah in Arabic). Firstly, Empty Quarter is located on the Northern side of Dhofar Governorate , particularly on the other side of Dhofar Mountains.

Similarly, it’s on the Norther side of Al-Wusta, which is central governorate. Finally, a small portion of the desert is present in Ad-Dhahirah as well.

Empty Quarter Oman is the Best

Since it is in multiple countries, dune bashing can be experienced in any one of these. However, the one in Salalah, Oman is the best. There are many reasons for this, which I will explain in this post in details.

As Salalah is a popular destination, a trip to Empty Quarter Oman can be planned easily from here. Additionally, you can visit some other attractions on the way. For instance, Wadi Dawkah and The Lost City of Ubar (Wubar).

Guided Tour to Rub Al Khali Oman

The best way to experience Empty Quarter is via Beautiful Salalah Tours . It is the best tour operator in Salalah, as per Trip Advisor.

The company arranges the tour with the licensed guide. These guides are Omanis and know Salalah pretty well. Desert adventure needs an experienced driver.

Beautiful Salalah Tours has 4.5 star review in TripAdvisor and is operating in Salalah since 2018. You can  read all the reviews on TripAdvisor  before making a decision.

There are two options to book:

• One is sunset 8 hours tour to Empty Quarter
• The other one is overnight stay in Rub Al Khali desert in the bedouin tents, which is 2 days and 1 night tour

Details of both of these tours will be in details in this post.

1. Sunset Desert Safari Tour to Empty Quarter Oman

Empty Quarter Oman is one of the most famous desert in the world. Also, it is one of the largest desert in the world. It is located after 2 hours drive on the North side from Salalah, Oman. The desert has a lot of uniqueness.

Details and Itinerary of the tour is as follows:

The pick Up in the Afternoon

The overnight tour will start at 1 pm and is by air conditioned 4×4 vehicle (4WD / Jeep / Land Cruiser). Firstly, the drive will be through the Qara Mountain range  with its spectacular view of the Salalah city. These are Dhofar mountains that turn green during khareef season. The drive will be through these canyons and at an altitude of 800 meters above sea level.

Visit to Wadi Dawkah Frankincense Trees Park

The first stop will be  Wadi Dawkah , a natural park of famous Frankincense trees. It’s a is a stony, semi desert valley, where the density of frankincense trees spreads across 5 square kilometres. Wadi Dawkah is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the 4 components in Frankincense Land.

The natural park is a habitat for  Boswellia sacra  type of Frankincense trees. Boswellia sacra is a tree in the Burseraceae family. It is the primary tree in the genus Boswellia from which frankincense is harvested. The Frankincense from this tree is considered the best type of frankincense.

Drive Through Thumrait

Then, the drive will continue past the town of Thumrait , which is a small town and wilayat of the Dhofar Governorate in southern Oman. In ancient times, Thumrait was an important point on the Arabian peninsula’s caravan routes. Frankincense trees, an important crop, used to grow in greater abundance in Thumrait than now.  Here, you can see town while passing by.

Visit to Lost City of Ubar (Wubar)

Further you will head towards the graded road crossing the huge gravel desert. Here, you will see Lost City of Ubar (Wubar) , another UNESCO World heritage site. It is located in Al Shisr, some 170 kilometers North of Salalah. The ruins of Wubar Archaeological Site are of great importance, both from the point of view of religion and history.

As per Quran, the city’s rich but polytheists inhabitants ignored the messages of Prophet Hud who was sent to the tribe of A’ad. After repeated warning to mend their ways, God destroyed the city and all the inhabitants were killed except those who were saved by Allah – the righteous ones.

These ruins are also known as Iram, Atlantis of the Sand, and Paradise of Shaddad . The search of these ruins was done through satellite. The hunt is very interesting.

Sand Bashing at Rub Al Khali

After walking around Wubar Archaeological site, you will proceed to the Empty Quarter to experience  one of the biggest sand desert in the World  by driving and rambling on fascinating sand dunes. The sand bashing on golden sand experience is a lifetime experience.

Sunset in Oman’s Empty Quarter

Finally, watch the sunset in the desert. The sunsetting behind the sand dunes is a remarkable thing and must not be missed. At the time of sunset, also you will be walking bare foot on the desert sand, which is definitely an experience worthy and unforgettable.

This sunset moment is captured by Mr. Arnab Sarkar, a professional photographer residing in Qatar, visited Salalah in Dec 2021 and explored the awesome natural sites with Beautiful Salalah Tours.

Dinner on the Return

Have a dinner on the way before returning to Salalah by 9pm.

Here’s what the tourists say about our Desert Safari Tour.

Note: This tour is available only from  January to April and September to December each year. From May to September, the trip is not available.

2. Overnight Stay in Empty Quarter in Bedouin Tent

The overnight experience comprises of 2 days. Definitely, the best way is with a licensed guide. Beautiful Salalah Tours can make this experience a reality.

Details of the overnight tour in Empty Quarter is as follows:

Day 1 of 2 in the Desert

Further you will head towards the graded road crossing the huge gravel desert. Here, you will see Lost City of Ubar (Wubar), another UNESCO World heritage site. It is located in Al Shisr, some 170 kilometers North of Salalah. The ruins of Wubar Archaeological Site are of great importance, both from the point of view of religion and history. It is the gathering point of Frankincense caravans in the past.

After walking around the site, you will proceed to the Empty Quarter, also know as  Rub al Khali , to experience  one of the biggest sand desert in the World  by driving and rambling on fascinating sand dunes. The sand bashing on golden sand experience is a lifetime experience.

Have a dinner on the desert. Stay overnight in Bedouin style tent.

You will be able to see stars at night due to absence of the light pollution.

Day 2 of 2 in the Desert

Wake up in the desert, after an overnight sleep in the Bedouin camp, on the largest sand desert in the world.

After the breakfast, leave the desert with memories and proceed to  Wadi Dawkah , a natural park of famous Frankincense trees. It’s a is a stony, semi desert valley, where the density of frankincense trees spreads across 5 square kilometers. Wadi Dawkah is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the 4 components in Frankincense Land.

After that you will be dropped to the Hotel. Tour will finish around 10:30 am.

This tour is available only from  January to April and September to December each year. From May to September, the trip is not available.

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Overnight camping in Rub Al Khali with guided Tour : Explore and Camp in Rub Al Khali with English speaking Bedouin guide cum driver, the tour will be in full board basis and including all camping equipment. On the way to desert we visit some tourist sites.

• All the guides are Bedouin they can bring you remote areas
• Will pick up directly from the hotel where you stay
• The tour will be in 4WD vehicle the guide will drive the car
• All guides are fully vaccinated

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The guide will pick you from the hotel where you stay in Salalah,on the way we visit some part of Qara mountains,wadi Dawkah natural park of frankincense this wadi is listed in UNESCO heritage sites then we visit Shisr Ubar known as Lost city then we go to Rub Al Khali will camp there at night. If you would like to do wild camping in igloo tent we will camp in Ramlet which is 30 Km inside Rub Al Khali there will be no tourist around you the place will be calm and quiet or if you want to go to our fixed camp we will bring you there there will be other tourists too. The next day you will explore Rub Al Khali the guide will bring you to most beautiful places will show you different landscapes, geo stones which is 50 million years old and the beautiful sand roses in the sand.

What's included

• Inclusions:
• Camping Equipments
• Exclusions:
• Camel riding
• Visited Places:
• Wadi Dawkah

For 2 days 1 night tour first day the guide will pick you from the hotel where you stay at 10 am visit some part of Qara mountains then visit Wadi Dawkah natural park of Frankincense this wadi is listed in UNESCO heritage site then visit Shisr Ubar then go to camping at night next day explore Rub al khali and visit Al Hasman village and come back to Salalah.

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How much time does the 2 days 1 night camping in Rub Al Khali with guided Tour take?

2 days 1 night camping in Rub Al Khali with guided Tour duration is 2 days .

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You can book 2 days 1 night camping in Rub Al Khali with guided Tour at least in 2 days . Check availability calendar in "Book Now" form to see currently available dates.

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The closest thing to an expedition on Mars

In the footsteps of explorers, enjoy 5 star hardship, self drive desert adventures in oman.

• Join us in exploring the Rub Al Khali desert – one of the world’s most extreme ecosystems.
• See the most spectacular and remote expanses of sand dunes in the region.
• Driven by expert drivers or self-drive if you want maximum thrills.
• Learn from master drivers how to cross the high dunes with desert driving lessons.
• Camp, BBQ and chill out after a hard day’s drive under the stars with your friends.
• Small groups of up to ten people plus experienced crew. Only two people per car (self-drive).
• Fully customized trips from three to six days – or more.
• Perfect for unique team building events or out-of-the-box (peer-) coaching.
• Also possible with your own vehicle (overlanders).

Watch the video from our most extreme expedition: Muscat to Salalah through the Empty Quarter - 1500km in total. In cooperation with Alila Hotels and Canvas Club.

"The most beautiful starry skies I have ever seen"

"the sand dunes are tall and majestic and just begging to be explored", "one of nature’s most creative pieces of art", "a competition between man and nature", "the ultimate desert experience", "enjoy the incomparable flavour of a campfire meal", "every single star in the sky is visible", "the absolute silence is something unique", "in the footsteps of the great explorers", "it’s a one thousand and one nights fairy-tale with a magical star show", "great to be out with mates, constantly having to problem-solve", "you might also see a bedouin train of camels", "the inaccessibility is part of the fun", "one of the world’s really wild places", "an extreme trip", "overwhelming sense of emptiness", "driving up massively high dunes".

Dunes and Stars is operated by two partners and friends: Jurjen Duintjer (Dutch) and Abdullah Mashaikhi (Omani). Sharing a great passion for cars and desert driving, they have extensive experience of organizing and operating desert tours.

Jurjen Duintjer

Jurjen lives in Dubai, UAE. As an entrepreneur and investor he co-owns several businesses. He is the route planner and navigator. Living and working in Oman from 2008 to 2014 inspired him to set up Dunes and Stars in order to show others this remote but stunning part of the world and share his passion for adventure with more people.

Abdullah Mashaikhi

Abdullah lives in Muscat. With vast experience guiding tourists around the beautiful sites of Oman, he is also very skilled in desert driving and enjoys teaching others how to master the sand. When Abdullah is not taking tourists into the desert, he can be found in his workshop tuning American cars.

Abdullah will be part of every trip; Jurjen joins on longer expeditions. To complete the crew we will bring several crew members for each trip. On most trips we will also bring a cook.

What to expect

From September to April, we venture into Oman’s remote Rub Al Khali desert. Now you can join us too, and experience driving deep into this true wilderness and out again. We offer short three day trips out of Muscat or full six day expeditions from Salalah if you wish to master the highest sand dunes in the world. All itineraries allow for a relaxed pace as we enjoy driving in the sand and take in the stunning nature all around.

Getting there

You’ll fly to Oman’s capital Muscat or the southern city of Salalah. Next morning, we’ll pick you up and present you the cars. Don’t worry, we come fully prepared for this adventure with plenty of food, drinks, camping gear, navigation and communication equipment, recovery gear, tools… everything!. Then we’ll set course for the Rub Al Khali desert, an endless sea of sand. We can go straight there or take a scenic route, crossing mountain passes or along the Indian Ocean coast.

Feel the sand beneath your feet

We’ll take it slowly at first to see how comfortable everybody is driving in the sand and teach you the basics if required or help you improve your skills. Then, for the few 100 kms, there is nothing but sand as we follow the planned route, often crossing sections of high dunes. Each dune crossing is a little adventure. Together, we’ll have to ‘read the sand’ to pick the easiest way to ascend and descend again. Often, it’s not that easy! We might get stuck but that is all part of the fun. Getting unstuck, which requires a team effort, is hard work but very rewarding.

A billion stars

Before sunset, we’ll find a nice place to make camp and soon you’ll be sitting around the campfire with a cold drink and the delicious smell of food on the grill. We do the cooking and help you set up your tents. Then, beneath a billion stars in the dark desert night sky we can share stories – or just enjoy the silence as we recharge for tomorrow. After two, three or four days in the sand, we’ll exit on the other side of the desert and head back to base, looking forward to a dip in the pool or the ocean. Why not celebrate our last night together over dinner and drinks at a 5-star hotel! Then, we’ll say goodbye and you will be a unique experience richer.

Limited Availability

Please note that we only operate a limited number of tours in the period September - April. We only take dedicated groups that book as one.

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