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Deserto, Wadi e Cultura - Un Giorno nel Cuore dell’Oman
Deserto, Wadi e Cultura - Un Giorno nel Cuore dell’Oman
Desert Day Trip 8:30am
For KrisFlyer members only
Highlights
Discover the wild beauty and rich heritage of Dhofar on an unforgettable full-day desert safari from Salalah. Your adventure begins at 8:00 AM after breakfast, travelling by comfortable 4x4 into the spectacular desert landscapes. Experience the golden dunes, enjoy the open scenery, and capture memorable photographs.
Continue to Ubar (Shisr), an ancient archaeological site linked to Dhofar’s historic frankincense trade. Explore the site and discover the fascinating history of this legendary desert settlement.
Next, visit a traditional camel farm to meet the camels and learn about their importance in local culture and desert life. The final stop is Wadi Dawkah, famous for its naturally growing frankincense trees and its connection to the ancient frankincense trade. This experience combines desert adventure, history, nature, and authentic local culture, making it an ideal day trip for travelers looking to explore a different side of Oman.
Itinerary
Wadi Dawkha
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeWadi Dawkah is on the northern Side of Salalah and is a UNESCO Heritage site. Here there's a large natural garden of Frankincense Trees, which are the source of Dhofari Frankincense. There are more than 1200 Frankincense Trees in the wadi. Sign board is placed at the main entrance of the park and explain how the tapping of sap is carried out. Each tree yields three to four kilograms of luban (frankincense) each season. Dhofari Frankincense are the best in the world.The Lost City of Wubar(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeThe Lost City of Ubar is a UNESCO World heritage site. The ruins of Ubar have been found in the villageknown as Shisr in Dhofar Governorate in Sultanate of Oman, around 3 hours’ drive from Salalah and approximately 55 kms from the main road of Thumrait. When it was discovered back in the early 1990’s, it has been named as one of the greatest discoveries at that time. Archaeological excavations suggest this site was involved in the incense trade in the past, most probably for the inland trade. Ubar disappeared into the desert sands. It’s even been dubbed the “Atlantis of the Sands.” This legendary ancient kingdom, known as Ubar, was said to have existed in one of the most inhospitable places on earthEmpty Quarter
3 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeThe Empty Quarter (known as Rub al Khali in Arabic) in Dhofar Region of Oman is the main destination of the tour, which is one of the best places in the world to experience desert. You will be taken to the Empty Quarter to experience the biggest sand desert in the World. You will meet camels there as well. Here there will be driving and rambling / trekking on fascinating sand dunes. Sand boarding will be offered. Sunset will be seen on the desert sand.
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Beautiful Salalah Tours
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