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Oman's best days out.
The 10 most popular wahiba sands desert safari in Oman. What each day actually involves, who runs it, and what you pay.
Small-group Muscat tour to Wadi Bani Khalid and Wahiba Sands, with 4x4 dune drive, swimming time, lunch, and sunset options.
“Amazing tour! Our guide, Mohammad Ali was entertaining and friendly. We loved the desert experience with so many twists 😁 It was fun! Would definitely recommend it.”
Swim turquoise pools at Wadi Bani Khalid, ride dunes in a 4x4, and (optionally) sandboard with a guide from Muscat.
“Ahmed was an exceptionally kind and humorous guide on our trip to the desert and Wadi Bani Khalid. He made the whole day very enjoyable and created many wonderful memories for us. He was always caring and attentive to everyone in the group, which made the experience feel relaxed and well organized. Highly recommended. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
Muscat desert safari meets Wadi Bani Khalid: Wahiba Sands dunes, group dune time, a swim, and Omani lunch included.
“I went with Wabar tours, and it was an excellent experience. I have never seen the desert before. It is huge and really beautiful. Our tour guide Bu Mashari is very experienced diver. He draws through the sands in unbelievable manner :) It was unforgettable! Also, lunch in local restaurant was a great chance to…”
Private 4WD day trip from Muscat to Wahiba Sands and Wadi Bani Khalid, with a Bedouin stop and optional camel ride.
“We had a great day with our fabulous guide Mohammed Aljabri. He contacted us via WhatsApp before the day of the tour and arrived 5 minutes earlier to pick us up from our hotel. He was very courteous and polite, and shared a lot of inforRead more”
Private 4WD Muscat day trip to Wahiba Sands dunes, Bedouin culture, Wadi Bani Khalid swimming, and Mudayrib watchtowers.
“The trip was wonderful from start to finish. Our guide, Nasser, took excellent care of us and was incredibly professional throughout the day. He shared fascinating insights into Omani culture, history, and traditions, which made the journey even more meaningful. We felt completely safe and well looked after. Nasser also surprised us with a few…”
Sunrise hot air balloon over Sharqiya Sands with a small, up-to-12 passenger flight, A/C transfers, snacks, and a commemorative medal.
“Whole experience went very smoothly from initial communication to pick up and return to our camp! All stuff was very friendly and professional and pilot seemed very experienced!”
Private day safari from Muscat to Wahiba Sands and Wadi Bani Khalid, with Omani lunch, included entry, and pickup.
“An amazing experience! Every aspect of the tour exceeded expectations and our tour guide, Saif, made it a memorable day for my daughter and myself.”
Private day trip from Muscat to Wadi Bani Khalid and Wahiba Sands, with 4x4 off-road driving, swimming, and Bedouin coffee.
“A lovely day. Khalil our guide was friendly, knowledgeable and kind - would thoroughly recommend this tour for those looking for a day to see the desert and let the mind wander on an easy road trip surrounded by the hills”
8-hour Muscat day trip to Wahiba Sands and Wadi Bani Khalid with Bedouin coffee, camel ride option, oasis pools, 4WD pickup.
“Great day out to Wahiba Sands and Wadi Bani with Khalid our tour guide who was very knowledgeable and couldn’t do enough for us. Highly recommended.”
Full-day 4WD Wahiba Sands dune driving and Bedouin village, plus swimming in Wadi Bani Khalid’s year-round pools from Muscat.
“Overall, I thought it was a good tour. Wadi Bani Khalid is a stunning place. The Wahiba desert experience was excellent — dune bashing was fun, and having the opportunity to connect with a Bedouin family was very enriching. I would have liked to spend more time at Wadi Bani Khalid, as the travel time…”
