Wahiba Sands & Wadi Bani Khaled (Day Trip) -'Desert Safari'

Ad Dakhiliyah Governorate, Oman



Get Lost in Wahiba Sands Desert and it's huge area of sands dune that extend to hundreds of kilometers.

4WD Adventure Tour from Muscat to Wadi Bani Khaled and Wahiba Sands

This full-day 4WD tour from Muscat suits travelers interested in exploring abandoned villages, wadis, and desert dunes in Oman.

Highlights

  • Photo stop at Fanja, the abandoned village
  • Explore the scenic Wadi Bani Khaled
  • Experience the Wahiba Golden Sands with dune bashing

Description

Board a 4WD vehicle and travel to Fanja, where you can photograph the abandoned village. Drive through the Sumail Gap, which divides the Western and Eastern Hajars. See the ruins of Al Mansfah, an old mercantile community near Ibra. Continue to Wadi Bani Khaled, passing a village with extensive date plantations along the way. Enjoy a picnic lunch by the cool, deep pools of the wadi. Afterward, proceed to Wahiba Sands and experience dune bashing across the golden dunes. The tour concludes with a return to Muscat.

Includes

  • Soft drinks
  • Services of an English-speaking driver and guide
  • Excursion in a 4WD vehicle
  • Picnic lunch or lunch in a local restaurant

Excludes

  • Personal expenses
  • 5% VAT

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.

For best experience, bring sun protection, comfortable shoes, and a camera. Morning departures are recommended to avoid afternoon heat. Book in advance to secure your preferred date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The trip includes a 4WD drive from Muscat with stops at Fanja abandoned village, the Sumail Gap, Al Mansfah ruins, and exploration of Wadi Bani Khalid and Wahiba Sands desert.
The excursion starts in Muscat, Oman, where participants board the 4WD vehicle for the full-day trip.
The desert safari is a full-day tour lasting approximately 8 to 10 hours from Muscat.
Yes, you can swim in the cool, deep pools at Wadi Bani Khalid as part of the day trip.
The trip is generally suitable for children, but it's best to consider child comfort during long drives and desert conditions.
A 4WD vehicle is used to navigate the desert terrain and mountain roads on this Oman day trip.
Popular photo stops include the abandoned village of Fanja, Sumail Gap, Al Mansfah ruins, and the Wadi Bani Khalid oasis.
Comfortable clothing, sun protection, and sturdy shoes are recommended for exploring the desert and wadi areas in Oman.
Meal options vary; check the tour details for information about food provisions or bring your own supplies.
You can book this day trip online through local tour operators or travel websites offering excursions from Muscat.

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