Friday Special Wadi Bani Khalid Desert Dune Bashing
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Our journey begins in Muscat, heading first to the stunning Wadi Bani Khalid. Here, you can enjoy a refreshing swim in its crystal-clear mountain pools, surrounded by palm trees and dramatic rocky landscapes. It’s a peaceful oasis perfect for relaxing, swimming, and taking beautiful photos. Next, we make our way to the breathtaking Wahiba Sands Desert, known for its sweeping golden dunes. If you have enough time, you’ll visit a traditional Bedouin house before the dune-bashing begins. For guests seeking extra adventure, camel rides are available directly from the Bedouin owners and can be paid for on-site. After watching the exciting dune-bashing cars and enjoying the magical desert sunset, we will drive back to Muscat. Please note that the dune-bashing and camel ride is not included in the tour cost. If you would like to add this experience, kindly inform us in advance so we can arrange it for you. An additional charge applies, as mentioned in the exclusions.
Inclusions
What's included
- Transportation 4WD vehicle
- Bottled water
- Fuel & Parking Fees
- Omani Tour Guide English Speaking
- Pick up and drop off anywhere in Muscat area
What's not
- Our guide he will take you to the restaurants but you need to pay by yourself
- All personal things
- Dune Bashing 30 minutes (Maximum 1-4 person per car)
Itinerary
Driving from Muscat to Wadi Bani Khalid will take around 2 hours drive.
At Wadi Bani Khalid, it’s an easy 10–15 minute walk from the parking area to reach the stunning emerald pools. This famous oasis is known for its year-round flowing water, dramatic rock formations, and natural turquoise pools surrounded by rugged mountains. You can swim, relax, or simply sit by the water and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. For those who want to explore further, a short walk upstream leads to narrow canyons, small waterfalls, and hidden pools—perfect for photos and a bit of adventure.
After exploring Wadi Bani Khalid, we’ll continue to the golden dunes of Wahiba Sands. From the dunes, you can watch 4x4 cars performing exciting dune bashing. For those who would like to try it themselves, dune bashing is available as an optional activity. The cost is approximately 35 OMR (95 USD) per car for 1–4 people, paid directly to the desert operator. Please note that we do not provide dune bashing with our own vehicles, as it requires a professional driver, a specially equipped car, and proper insurance. The experience typically lasts around 30 minutes. We’ll end the day by enjoying a breathtaking sunset over Wahiba Sands while watching the dune bashing cars in action a truly magical and unforgettable desert experience.
The drive from Wahiba Sands back to Muscat takes approximately 2 hours. Once we arrive in Muscat, your tour will end here. The guide he will drop you back to Hotel or anywhere in Muscat area.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- We use signing board with the name of our clients
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Oman Wadi Al Arbeieen Adventure
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Muscat
- Its from-price is close to the median of the 421 day trips we list in Muscat.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Muscat
Muscat, Oman's capital, stretches between rugged mountains and the Gulf of Oman, with a grand mosque, old forts, souks and a graceful corniche.
The Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is the city's showpiece, with a vast prayer hall, an enormous hand-woven carpet and a crystal chandelier, set among marble courtyards. In old Muscat, the colourful Al Alam Palace is flanked by the Portuguese-era forts of Jalali and Mirani, perched on rocks above the harbour.
Top-ranked sights in Muscat: Wahiba Sands (Sharqiyah Sands), Wadi Bani Khalid, Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque.
Special offers in Muscat
Was/now prices come from the operator, never from us.
