Wahiba Sands & Wadi Bani Khalid with Free Lunch

Duration
9 to 10 hours
Tour type
Private tour
Guide
English-speaking guide
Pickup
Hotel pickup available
Group size
Up to 6 travellers
Cancellation
Free up to 24 hours before pickup
Confirmation
Instant confirmation

Experience a desert 4WD adventure in Wahiba Sands and swim or relax beside the pools of Wadi Bani Khalid.

Highlights

  • Visit the pools of Wadi Bani Khalid
  • Enjoy 4WD dune driving in Wahiba Sands
  • See contrasting wadi and desert landscapes
  • Visit a desert camp or local family when available
  • Travel privately from Muscat
Itinerary
  1. 1

    Hotel pickup

    pickup 10 minutes

    Depart Muscat in a 4WD.

    Included

  2. 2

    Wadi Bani Khalid

    visit 90 minutes

    Walk beside the pools, relax and swim when conditions allow.

    Public access subject to local conditions.

  3. 3

    Lunch break

    meal 45 minutes

    Stop at a local restaurant.

    Meal included

  4. 4

    Wahiba Sands entrance

    pickup 15 minutes

    Tyre-pressure adjustment and safety briefing.

  5. 5

    Dune drive

    visit 30 to 45 minutes

    Enjoy an exciting drive across the dunes.

  6. 6

    Desert viewpoint

    visit 25 minutes

    Take photos and enjoy the silence and scale of the desert.

  7. 7

    Desert camp or local visit

    visit 30 minutes

    Visit an available camp or local family setting.

    Purchases and optional activities not included.

  8. 8

    Camel ride

    visit 15 minutes

    Short camel experience when prearranged.

    Not included unless selected.

  9. 9

    Return to Muscat

    drop-off

    Return to the hotel.

Full description

Combine two of Oman’s most distinctive landscapes on a private full-day tour. Swim or relax beside the clear pools of Wadi Bani Khalid, then continue to Wahiba Sands for dune driving, panoramic desert views and a visit to a local camp or Bedouin-style stop when available. The order may change depending on weather, daylight and operational conditions.

What's included
  • Free lunch
  • Muscat hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private 4WD
  • English-speaking driver-guide
  • Bottled water
  • Dune driving
Not included
  • Camel ride unless selected
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities
  • Travel insurance
Pickup information

Pickup from approved Muscat hotels. Desert camp arrangements depend on availability.

What to bring
  • Swimwear and towel
  • Water shoes
  • Sun protection
  • Change of clothes
  • Light jacket in winter
Dress code

Wear modest clothing in public areas. Swimwear should be used only at the designated pool area.

Important information
  • Dune driving may not suit guests with certain medical conditions
  • Swimming is optional and unsupervised
  • Desert camp and Bedouin visits depend on availability
  • Weather or flood warnings may affect Wadi Bani Khalid access
Accessibility
  • Please contact us before booking if any guest has limited mobility. Some locations include steps, uneven ground, sand, rocky paths or boat access, and suitability varies by tour.
Cancellation policy

Cancel at least 24 hours before the confirmed pickup or departure time for a full refund. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure and no-shows are non-refundable. If the operator cancels because of weather, safety or operational restrictions, customers will be offered rescheduling or a refund under the booking terms.

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