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Muscat to Salalah
Round Trip – The Ultimate Oman
Experience
Adventure Time: 9 days and 8 nights
All meals, camping and hotel
charges included
Day 1:
Starting from Muscat and travelling
south east we drive through the
fishing port of Quriyat, the coastal
village of Tiwi and the ancient
seafaring township of Sur. Our final
destination is Ras al Jinz located
on the edge of the Arabian Sea. Here
we will set camp and you will spend
your first night under the stars
listening to the sounds of the
Arabian Sea. Your camping experience
will include a guided walk along the
sand where you can see giant sea
turtles laying their eggs under the
light of moon.
Day 2:
Your day of discovery will commence
as you travel along the magnificent
Oman coastline where you will see
brilliant white sand beaches. We
will pass through Al Ashkharah, one
of the most beautiful spots on the
east coast, then on to Al Qurun.
From here we will start a
sensational drive across the Wahiba
Sands enjoying spectacular views of
sand dunes and time enough to meet
traditional Bedouin families. Ras Al
Ruways is visually stunning as this
is where the dunes meet the Arabian
Sea. We will set camp on the beach
with plenty of time to enjoy the
refreshing sea waters.
Day 3:
More adventure awaits you today as
we head towards the striking white
cliffs of Ras Madrakah. As we travel
through Film, Al Khaluf and Ad Duqm
you will be amazed at the stunning
coastline. Arriving at the coastal
village of Ras Madrakah view the
cliffs jutting out into the Arabian
Sea with the ship wrecks lying
beneath them. Ras Madrakah
represents the point where the
mainland juts furthest into the
Arabian Sea. Enjoy the natural
contrast of black rocks, white
beaches and deep blue seas. This is
the picturesque spot where we will
set camp for the night.
Day 4:
Our coastal drive continues, today
we will travel past the magnificent
pink lagoons of Al Kahil, then on to
Ras Sawqrah, Shalim and the
spectacular Wadi Shuwayamiah with
its dramatic vertical cliffs of
white limestone. The wadi forms a
huge snaking canyon and is
considered Oman’s largest and
probably most spectacular wadi.
There will be time for a refreshing
swim in the deep permanent pools of
sweet water before heading to the
stunning Ash Shuwaymiyah beach where
we will set camp for the night.
Day 5 & 6:
Today we drive through the oilfields
of Marmul, then on to Thumrayt.
Travelling through the Dhofar
Mountains we will arrive at our
final destination the magnificent
city of Salalah. Your accommodation
while in Salalah will be in a
comfortable hotel.
Salalah offers the visitor an
enormous variety of things to see
and do. The natural beauty of the
surrounding area is breath-taking.
You will witness the stunning view
of dramatic mountains reaching right
to the edge of the Arabian Sea. You
will have the opportunity to
experience wadis and beaches as well
as the springs at Ain Razat and the
caves of Tawi Atayr. There are also
many historical sites of interest
including the ruins of the city of
Samhurum which dates back to 100BC.
Relax on your first day in Salalah
and then the next day we will visit
the tourist attractions you are most
interested in seeing.
Day 7:
Continuing the tour of the Dhofar
region you will be amazed by the
coastal plains and steep mountains
rising to form its backdrop. These
mountains form a large plateau which
is dominated by limestone rocks.
Today we will drive to Al Maghsayl
where we will see the stunning Blow
Holes, then travelling along a
magnificent snaking road through the
mountains to Jabal Al Qamar ‘the
Moon Mountain’. As we continue the
journey north we pass Mudayy and
travel along the side of Ar Rub Al
Khali desert. Tonight we set camp on
the edge of the desert.
Day 8:
Today we travel to Shisr the lost
city of Ubar, called “the Atlantis
of the Sands” by Lawrence of Arabia.
Researchers speculate that the city
may have been the earliest known
shipping center for frankincense.
Then on to Dawkah, Qatbit, Muqshin,
Hayma and Al Gabah where we will
stay overnight at a hotel.
Day 9:
We commence the last day of your
journey back to Muscat. We will pass
by Adam, Izki and then on to Nizwa
for a quick visit to the Nizwa Fort
and Traditional Souk. We will
deliver you back to your
accommodation in Muscat with an experience of
a lifetime will be your reward for
embarking on this adventure filled
overland camping expedition. Our
beloved Oman will become for you an
unforgettable, inspiring and
magnificent memory forever.
Cost: 850 RO (approximate US $
2200) Per Person (2
people)
Cost: 650 RO (approximate US $ 1700) Per Person (4 people)
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Crossing
Wahiba Sands & Exploring the Coast
of Oman
Desert, Beaches,
Wadis and Mountains –this tour has
it all!
Adventure
Time: 3 nights and 4 days
All meals included and camping
included
Day 1:
Starting from Muscat in the morning
you will experience a desert drive
to the camp at Al Mintarib where you
will settle at your first camp-site.
After lunch there will be time to
get to know the Bedouin life by
meeting local people. The evening
will be filled with singing, dancing
and the magic of Arabian folklore.
You will spend your first night
camping right on the edge of the
desert under a huge canopy of stars.
Day 2:
In the morning begins the journey,
which will take you across the
magnificent Wahiba Sands. Travelling
from north to south, you will spend
the next hours in a heightened state
of exhilaration as you experience
rolling sand dunes, varying from
deep red to a rich honey colour,
stretching as far as the eye can
see. The spectacular landscape of
the Wahiba Sands is visually
sensational and the experience of
the crossing offers both excitement
and a great sense of achievement.
At the end of the day you reach the
village of Qihayd, located on the
edge of the Arabian Sea. A BBQ
dinner that night coupled with the
perfect camping location sees a
fitting end to an incredible day’s
adventure.
Day 3:
On the return journey you will
discover the romance of the
magnificent Oman coastline.
Travelling along this beautiful
coast you will pass small fishing
villages and then passing through
Qurun arrive at Al Ashkharah. Here
at Al Ashkarah is your chance to
swim at one of the most beautiful
spots on the east coast. You will
see a coastline like none other –
seemingly endless brilliant white
sand beaches.
After your refreshing swim we will
continue the drive to Ras al Jinz
where we will set camp adjacent to a
magnificent nature reserve. Later in
the night, you will take a guided
walk along the sand and see giant
sea turtles laying their eggs under
the light of the moon.
Day 4:
The next day you will travel to Sur,
an ancient seafaring town, and visit
the shipyard to watch the making of
the traditional wooden Omani Dhows.
The craftsmen still build dhows
following traditional designs
without the aid of drawings.
A walk through Sur will be rewarded
by views of many fine old homes with
carved doors and arabesque windows.
From here you travel to the ruins of
the ancient town of Qalhat, one of
the oldest towns and seaports of
Oman. Qalhat was a major city during
the 13th century. There will be time
to visit the Bibi Mariam Tomb
standing high on the cliff top.
Next, we continue along the coast to
the village of Tiwi and a walk
through the famous Wadi Shab. Wadi
Shab offers cool refreshing pools
and lush greenery all year round. On
the return route you will also have
the chance to visit Quriyat,
situated on the edge of an expansive
and historical harbor, before
arriving back in Muscat.
Cost: 350 RO (approximate US $ 900) Per Person (2 people)
Cost: 300 RO (approximate US $ 800) Per Person (4 people)
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Rus Al Hadd, Wadi Bani Khalid &
Wahiba Sands
Round Trip – Experience the three
dimensions of Oman.
Adventure Time: 3 days and 2 nights
All meals and camping
included
Day 1:
Starting from Muscat and travelling
south east we drive through the
fishing port of Quriyat, the coastal
village of Tiwi and the ancient
seafaring township of Sur. Our final
destination for this day is Ras al
Jinz located on the edge of the
Arabian Sea. Here we will set camp
and you will spend your first night
under the stars listening to the
sounds of the Arabian Sea. Your
camping experience will include a
guided walk along the sand where you
can see giant green turtles laying
their eggs under the light of the
moon.
Day 2:
Your day of discovery will commence
as you travel along the magnificent
Oman coastline where you will see
brilliant white sand beaches. We
will pass through Al Ashkharah, one
of the most beautiful spots on the
east coast. From here we travel
towards Wadi Bani Khalid through the
Eastern Hajar Mountains. There will
be time for a refreshing swim in the
wadi before continuing on to Wahiba
Sands. Experiencing the sunset at
the top of the Wahiba dunes is
inspiring and at night you will
enjoy the folklore entertainment and
hospitality of a desert camp.
Day 3:
Next day there will be an
opportunity to ride a camel, meet
with the nomadic Bedouin, purchase
souvenirs and be exhilarated by
4Wheel dune driving. From here you
commence your drive back to Muscat.
Cost: 250 RO (approximate US $
660) Per Person (2
people)
Cost: 160 RO (approximate US $ 420) Per Person (4 people)
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Sun & Sand
Tours, Oman
Email:
info@sunsandtours.com
Mobile: (968) 99373928
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