Empty Quarter 'Rub Al Khali' Day Tour - 4X4 Safari Adventure

Name: Empty Quarter 'Rub Al Khali' Day Tour - 4X4 Safari Adventure
Brand: Vacation Packages Oman
SKU: 788dccc7-c95b-495d-8c94-94119b559d5a
Availability: InStock

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Summary

• Empty Quarter or “Rub Al Khali Desert ” as it's pronounced in Arabic is the world second largest desert in the world, it occupies a Southern third of the Arabian peninsula the desert itself about 65,000 Square km, stretching to the north from Oman into Saudi Arabia, Yemen and up into the western UAE. The Huge Sand Dunes Reaches up to 300m • Drive towards the desert and settlement of Ubar the well known lost city which is believed to be swelled by the desert without leaving any traces .this Place was visited by many explorers like Wilfred Thesiger and Ranulph Fiennes. It is also associated with texts in the Quran. • Beyond Ubar are the Mega Dunes of the Empty Quarter that rise to a height of 250 meters and above. • Search in the sand for the small Geodes which are scattered around (Rare in this tour) • Have lunch at Thumrait (Optional). • On your way back to Salalah you may see a UNESCO site with Frankincense Trees (Availability not guaranteed).

Tour info

Duration

8 hours

Why take this tour?

Empty Quarter or “Rub Al Khali Desert ” as it's pronounced in Arabic is the world second largest desert in the world, it occupies a Southern third of the Arabian peninsula the desert itself about 65,000 Square km, stretching to the north from Oman into Saudi Arabia, Yemen and up into the western UAE. The Huge Sand Dunes Reaches up to 300m

What’s included?

All taxes, fees and handling charges
Bottled water
Driver/guide
Professional local guide
Hotel/port/airport pickup & drop off
Food and drinks, unless specified

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 8h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

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Vacation Packages Oman

About operator:

Oman is a country with unique nature, it have a long coastal line that include wonderful soft sand beaches, there also a wonderful spots for water sports, snorkeling, whales watching and dolphin watching, you can also watch sea turtles hatching on the beaches. Oman has one of the most amazing deserts in the world, safari tours are the most interesting activities in Oman, there also many water valleys (wadis), there you can enjoy swimming in unique turquoise crystal clear water pools. Oman also are one of the oldest countries in the world, with many old cities, abandoned villages, historic places, forts, castles and museums, every geographical region of Oman, has it's own unique nature, you can find many tours in Vacation Packages Oman website, that covers almost every spot and more. Vacation Packages Oman will provide you with tours and packages with professional tour guides and comfort vehicles to let you enjoy a memorable Life Time Tour in Oman.