Desert Experience: Wahiba Sands & Wadi Bani Khalid Group Tour

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Desert Experience: Wahiba Sands & Wadi Bani Khalid Group Tour

By GidOman

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Features

Free cancellation available
10h
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup

Overview

1st Option – Desert
Start your adventure in Wahiba Sands with exciting dune driving across vast golden dunes and photo stops. Afterwards, visit Wadi Bani Khalid oasis, swim in turquoise pools, explore scenic canyon paths, or relax by the water. Modest swimwear required. Return to Muscat after a full day experiencing Oman’s desert and oasis landscapes.

2nd Option – Sunset
Begin at Wadi Bani Khalid to swim, explore, or relax. Then head to Wahiba Sands for dune driving and optional sandboarding. Stay to witness the breathtaking desert sunset, as the golden dunes transform under warm evening light, before returning to Muscat.

3rd Option – Private
Enjoy a fully private tour of Wadi Bani Khalid and Wahiba Sands with your own vehicle and guide. Choose your departure time, with no other passengers, for a personalised and exclusive desert experience.

Start times vary by option: 1 Option (Desert) from ~8:00 AM; 2nd (Sunset) option from 9:00–11:00 AM, season-dependent.

Activity location

Muscat
- Muscat, Oman

Meeting/Redemption Point

Muscat
- Muscat, Oman

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Option 1: Desert & Oasis

10h
English

Duration: 10 hours: This option usually begins around 8:00 AM
Lunch: Traditional Lunch, Vegetarian Options available (except during the month of Ramadan)

Desert & Wadi Bani Khalid tour: Start your day with an unforgettable visit to the golden desert dunes, then continue to the beautiful oasis Wadi Bani Khalid.
Air Conditioned 4x4
Pickup included

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 8:00 AM

Price details

NZ$239.69 x 1 AdultNZ$239.69

Total

Until Thu, 19 Feb

Option 2: Sunset & Sandboards

10h
English

Sandboarding
Duration: 10 hours: Sunset tours usually start between 9:00 and 11:00 AM, depending on the season.
Lunch: Vegetarians Option available
Tour with Sunset and Sanboards: Traditional Lunch, Vegetarian Options available (except during the month of Ramadan)

Air Conditioned 4x4
Pickup included

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 10:00 AM

Price details

NZ$281.01 x 1 AdultNZ$281.01

Total

Until Thu, 19 Feb

Option 3: Private Jorney

10h
English

Private Tour - Wahiba Sands: Embark on a personalised full-day adventure to Wahiba Sands and Wadi Bani Khalid. Enjoy the desert’s vast beauty and the wadi
Wadi Bani Khalid & Wahiba Dese: Enjoy a full-day private tour by 4x4. Experience the golden dunes of the Wahiba Sands with an exciting dune drive, visit and
4x4 or Bus
Pickup included

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time

Price details

NZ$743.85 x 1 AdultNZ$743.85

Total

Until Thu, 19 Feb

What's included, what's not

Bottled water
Sandboarding (if 2nd option selected)
Buffet Lunch only for Group options(non private) (except during the month of Ramadan)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Service charge
Additional drinks during lunch (beyond what is provided in the buffet)
Life jackets (available for rent at the oasis for 1 OMR per jacket)
Changing cabin rental fee (typically 0.2–0.3 OMR)
Any activities or experiences not mentioned in the itinerary

Know before you book

Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For safety reasons, this tour is not recommended for pregnant guests due to dune bashing activities. We advise booking a private tour without dune driving for a safer and more comfortable experience.
Pick-up & Drop-off: Transfers are provided from Muscat. The exact pick-up time will be confirmed one day before the tour via WhatsApp, so please provide an active WhatsApp number in advance.
Please note: The total duration of desert and oasis activities is approximately 3 hours; the remaining time of the tour is allocated to travel between Muscat and the activity locations (return).
The tour is available for guests aged 5 years and older only
Weather Considerations: The tour operates in all weather conditions; however, in the event of extreme weather, certain activities may be adjusted or rescheduled
Start Time: Start times vary by option. The Desert & Oasis (without sunset) option usually begins around 8:00 AM. Options including sunset or quad bike experiences typically start between 9:00 and 11:00 AM, depending on the season

Activity itinerary

Muscat

We offer convenient pick-up services from all hotels in Muscat, including popular resorts such as Shangri-La, Jumeirah, and Al Bustan Palace. Simply let us know your location, and we will ensure a smooth start to your tou

Wahiba Sands

Wahiba Sands is a desert region that is the part of the Al Sharqiya Sands of Oman. This place will definitely stay memorable for everyone. You'll see the dunes that may reach up to 200 metres and which are created by wind, white and red sands. The unique sunsets, camels and untouchable nature - these are just a small list of things you're going to see and experience.

Wadi Bani Khalid

Wadi Bani Khalid (or Wadi Hayer as it’s also called). It’s literally a paradise that will allow you to refresh after the stuffy desert. Wadi Hayer is an oasis with a sparkling waterfall surrounded by huge rocks and date palms from all sides. The water is crystally clean and transparent here. We should mention that it’s not just a single point — it covers a wide range of near set villages. Tourists also have a chance to get into the caves, but they should be accompanied by the experienced guide.

Location

Activity location

Muscat
- Muscat, Oman

Meeting/Redemption Point

Muscat
- Muscat, Oman

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