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Experience the Wonders of Wahiba Sands & Wadi Bani Khalid
Embark on a journey to the heart of Oman with a visit to Wahiba Sands, one of the country’s most breathtaking deserts. Meet friendly Bedouin families, learn about their unique way of life, and enjoy a traditional welcome with homemade Omani coffee and sweet dates.
In front of the Bedouin house, you’ll also find camels—if you’d like to try a short camel ride, it's available for just 3 OMR per person, payable directly to the locals.
Continue your adventure to the serene oasis of Wadi Bani Khalid, one of Oman’s most iconic wadis. A gentle walk takes you to stunning emerald-green pools, framed by dramatic cliffs and lush palm trees—perfect for a swim or a peaceful break surrounded by nature.
Please note that this tour does not include extreme dune bashing.
You are free to choose whether you would like to visit Wadi Bani Khalid first or start with the Wahiba Sands Desert—just let us know your preference.
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Meeting and pickup
We use sign board with the name of our client
Our guide will meet you at your hotel lobby, the port's main gate, or the airport arrivals area, holding a sign with your name.
Itinerary
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1Muscat Governorate
Pick-up will be from your hotel or any location within the Muscat area. From there, it’s approximately a 2-hour drive to Wadi Bani Khalid.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Wadi Bani Khalid
We then continue our journey to Wadi Bani Khalid, one of the largest and most stunning wadis in Oman. The total visit, including driving time, will be around 3 hours. This impressive wadi features towering canyon walls and breathtaking crystal-clear pools, making it a sight to behold. You can relax and enjoy a refreshing swim in the cool freshwater, sunbathe by the pools, or simply soak in the serene surroundings. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can explore deeper into the wadi or even visit its hidden caves. There’s also an option to enjoy lunch at a local Omani restaurant nearby. Note: If you prefer not to swim, you’re welcome to relax by the first pools, where the water is shallow and easily accessible. We recommend bringing: Sun protection & a hat Good walking shoes Swimwear, extra clothes & a towel Snacks and water Swimwear Guidelines: Ladies are kindly requested to wear shorts (covering the knees) and a t-shirt when swimming in Wadi Bani Khalid.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
3Wahiba Sands
After the Wadi Bani Khalid. Will drive to Wahiba sands desert. Visit Bedouin Family in the middle of the desert, drink some coffee and eat dates with them. You can also ride a camel if you want to ride it will cost 3 OMR per person around 7 to 10 minutes but you need to pay by yourself directly with the bedouin people and you can take some photos and videos. The are also selling hand made items like bracelet, bag, key chain and more. Then after wahiba sands desert drive back to Muscat.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4Muscat
After visiting Wadi Bani Khalid and exploring the Wahiba Sands Desert, we will begin our return journey to Muscat. The drive back will take approximately 2 hours.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that dune bashing is not included in our service. It is not provided with our vehicle. If you're interested, you can book the dune bashing experience directly with the camp, using their designated 4x4 vehicles.
- If you'd like to experience the sunset, we recommend choosing the 11:30 AM departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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