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Full-Day Private Wahiba Sands Desert and Wadi Bani Khalid Tour
Badge of ExcellenceMuscat, Oman
- 8 hours
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Discover Oman’s natural wonders without the stresses of driving, navigation, and wondering how best to explore the sights—and the benefit of a private driver-guide for insight—on this private tour from Muscat. Settle into an air-conditioned 4WD, marvel at the oases of Wadi Bani Khalid, and absorb the beauty and stillness of the Wahiba Sands desert on a dune drive to meet Bedouins and ride a camel (additional charge).
- Take in the Wahiba Sands and Wadi Bani Khalid on a private tour from Muscat
- Visit epic Bani Khalid, and meet Bedouins and ride a camel in Wahiba’s dunes
- See more, learn more, and enjoy cultural encounters you’d easily miss if alone
- Enjoy stress-free door-to-door travel by 4WD with your own driver-guide
What's Included
- Water during the tour
- Omani Tour Guide English Speaking
- 4WD Vehicle / comfortable
- Visa
- Lunch
- Camel RIde (8 USD per person)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Start time
08:30 AM
What To Expect
Fanja
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Wahiba Sands
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Wadi Bani Khalid
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- 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.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- 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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Reviews
5.0
210 reviews
Anna_A, Apr 2024
If you haven’t been to the dunes, this experience is definitely worth taking (Bedouin house was nice + you can walk up the dunes to see the landscapes). If you have, then this trip won’t add much - very few things are included (eg no dune bashing) and may not be worth the 3H drive from Muscat just for that. Wadi Bani Halid was good, but beware that it is overcrowded during holidays, so timing is key. Overall time spent in car on the day was indeed longer than time spent walking outside, so this is smth also to consider. Otherwise the tour lived up to our expectations, our driver/guide Nasr was very knowledgeable and accommodative.
Response from Host, May 2024
Hello,
Greetings from Sunshine Tours Oman.
Thank you once again for trusting Sunshine Tours Oman and for giving us a perfect rating.
We had the pleasure of showing you the country's traditional culture, history, and beauty.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us for your next visit to Oman.
Sunshine Tours Oman
info@sunshinetoursoman.com
+96892830836 / +9689696481
Kim_w, Feb 2024
We thoroughly enjoyed this trip and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Oman.
The private guides at Sunshine Tours are very knowledgeable and work hard to ensure you experience a wonderful day out.
We loved having the combination of seeing two spectacular sights in one day - both very beautiful.
MarcoAndrea_S, Feb 2024
It’s a long way from Muscat, but we remain very satisfied of our excursion.
A particular thanks to Khalil, a very professional guide that drive us into the best possible in only one day!
Response from Host, May 2024
Hello,
Greetings from Sunshine Tours Oman.
Thank you once again for trusting Sunshine Tours Oman and for giving us a perfect rating.
We had the pleasure of showing you the country's traditional culture, history, and beauty.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us for your next visit to Oman.
Sunshine Tours Oman
info@sunshinetoursoman.com
+96892830836 / +9689696481
Daniel_O, Jan 2024
My Guide/Driver, Amer, was very knowledgeable, patient, professional, & super friendly. He made it possible for me to have good memories which will last a lifetime.
Response from Host, May 2024
Hello,
Greetings from Sunshine Tours Oman.
Thank you once again for trusting Sunshine Tours Oman and for giving us a perfect rating.
We had the pleasure of showing you the country's traditional culture, history, and beauty.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us for your next visit to Oman.
Sunshine Tours Oman
info@sunshinetoursoman.com
+96892830836 / +9689696481
Molly_R, Jan 2024
Muneer was an amazing tour guide. He was pleasant, knowledgeable, and accommodating. We went to the desert, mountains, and valleys. He made the trip wonderful and showed us the care we needed. I highly recommend Muneer!
Response from Host, May 2024
Hello,
Greetings from Sunshine Tours Oman.
Thank you once again for trusting Sunshine Tours Oman and for giving us a perfect rating.
We had the pleasure of showing you the country's traditional culture, history, and beauty.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us for your next visit to Oman.
Sunshine Tours Oman
info@sunshinetoursoman.com
+96892830836 / +9689696481
Monica_C, Dec 2023
You can't go to Oman and not see the desert! Muneer was an exceptional tour guide, putting in his best efforts to ensure I had a great experience on this private tour. The desert exploration was nothing short of magical and I'm already looking forward to returning and spending a night in this amazing landscape. Highly recommended!
Response from Host, May 2024
Hello,
Greetings from Sunshine Tours Oman.
Thank you once again for trusting Sunshine Tours Oman and for giving us a perfect rating.
We had the pleasure of showing you the country's traditional culture, history, and beauty.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us for your next visit to Oman.
Sunshine Tours Oman
info@sunshinetoursoman.com
+96892830836 / +9689696481
Thomas_K, Oct 2023
My guide Khalil went above and beyond to ensure I was able to see and experience the Wahiba sands and the Wadi to its fullest. Khalil was knowledgeable of the history and culture of the areas and people to expand my experience.
Response from Host, May 2024
Hello,
Greetings from Sunshine Tours Oman.
Thank you once again for trusting Sunshine Tours Oman and for giving us a perfect rating.
We had the pleasure of showing you the country's traditional culture, history, and beauty.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us for your next visit to Oman.
Sunshine Tours Oman
info@sunshinetoursoman.com
+96892830836 / +9689696481
niccolonoseda, Aug 2023
Lovely day out with Nasr, who drove us around the desert and the oasis, but also making stops to visit local hidden gems. Water and tea kindly served , including a taste of local food. Nasr was very knowledgeable and was a pleasure to spend time with him.
Response from Host, May 2024
Hello,
Greetings from Sunshine Tours Oman.
Thank you once again for trusting Sunshine Tours Oman and for giving us a perfect rating.
We had the pleasure of showing you the country's traditional culture, history, and beauty.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us for your next visit to Oman.
Sunshine Tours Oman
info@sunshinetoursoman.com
+96892830836 / +9689696481
Ying_l, Jul 2023
I am glad I made my decision to see Wahiba Sands and Wadi Bani Khalid oasis during my Oman trip. Riding a camel on hot san dunes definitely gave me a real feeling about Arabic world and swimming in the oasis was the highlight of the whole trip. Our tour guide Khalil Aljabri again showed his knowledge about Oman. At the end of the trip, he recommended an Omani restaurant Rozna to us, which was the most authentic Omani dinning experience we can get. Thanks to Khalil!
Response from Host, May 2024
Hello,
Greetings from Sunshine Tours Oman.
Thank you once again for trusting Sunshine Tours Oman and for giving us a perfect rating.
We had the pleasure of showing you the country's traditional culture, history, and beauty.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us for your next visit to Oman.
Sunshine Tours Oman
info@sunshinetoursoman.com
+96892830836 / +9689696481
Nicolettec, May 2023
Thank you to our tour guide Ahmed for a wonderful tour and his kindness and hospitality making sure we had snacks and water, and ensuring we got to Wadi Bani Kahlid safely.
Response from Host, May 2024
Hello,
Greetings from Sunshine Tours Oman.
Thank you once again for trusting Sunshine Tours Oman and for giving us a perfect rating.
We had the pleasure of showing you the country's traditional culture, history, and beauty.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us for your next visit to Oman.
Sunshine Tours Oman
info@sunshinetoursoman.com
+96892830836 / +9689696481
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