Salalah: Bedouin Tent Night Stay in Desert + Sunset Safari
Dhofar, Oman
Experience traditional Bedouin desert lifestyle on a 2 days tour to the Empty Quarter Desert. Enjoy a desert safari, sandboarding, and dune bashing, and spend the night in Bedouin camp with dinner.
Empty Quarter Desert 2-Day Tour from Salalah
This 2-day tour from Salalah explores the Empty Quarter desert, featuring a Bedouin camp experience, guided tours, and desert activities ideal for adventure seekers and culture enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Star watching in the clear desert night sky
- Safari through the Empty Quarter, the largest sand desert in the world
- Overnight stay in a Bedouin camp with traditional dinner under the stars
- Guided tour of the Lost City of Ubar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Breakfast in the desert before returning to Salalah
Description
Depart Salalah and drive through the Qara Mountain range, enjoying panoramic views of the city. Visit the Lost City of Ubar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Entry to the archaeological site requires an optional entrance ticket. After exploring the site, continue to the Empty Quarter (Rab al Khali) to experience its vast sand dunes through driving and rambling.
Watch the sunset over the desert, then spend the night at a Bedouin camp. Enjoy star gazing and the desert night sky.
The next morning, wake up in the desert and have a traditional breakfast. Depart the desert and visit Wadi Dawkah, a natural park known for its frankincense trees, also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before returning to Salalah.
Includes
- Transport in a comfortable 4x4 group vehicle (latest models)
- Overnight stay in a Bedouin camp with private tents per couple and shared toilet facilities
- Typical Bedouin dinner including camel meat and other dishes; vegetarian options available
- Traditional Omani breakfast in the desert
- Visit to the Lost City of Ubar (UNESCO site; entrance ticket not included)
- Visit to Wadi Dawkah Frankincense Park (UNESCO site)
- Stop to see black camels unique to the desert
- Optional camel riding (+15 USD per person)
- Professional dune bashing with Arabic setup during sunset including coffee and dates
- Bonfire and star gazing experience
- Free water on board
- Guided tour with detailed information about Oman and Bedouin culture
Excludes
- Entrance to the Lost City of Ubar archaeological site: $8 per person, paid directly at the site
Important Information
- Wear comfortable clothing suitable for desert conditions
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, and water to stay hydrated
- Camera recommended for photographing desert landscapes
- Smoking is not permitted during the activity
- Not suitable for pregnant women or people with back problems
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, book in advance and bring sun protection and comfortable shoes. The ideal time to visit is during the cooler months from October to April.
