Empty Quarter Desert Sunset Safari | Private Tour

Embark on a breathtaking Empty Quarter Desert Sunset Safari from Salalah and discover Oman’s most legendary landscapes — from frankincense valleys to the mysterious Lost City of Ubar.

Your afternoon begins with a scenic 4×4 drive through the Qara Mountain range, offering panoramic views of the Salalah plains, dotted with lush shrubs and woodland. Along the way, visit Wadi Dawka, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famously known as the Frankincense Wadi. Here, you’ll learn about the history and value of frankincense — once considered Arabia’s “gift to the world” — and see the largest natural collection of frankincense trees in the region.

After a short refreshment break in Thumrait town, once a thriving Bedouin settlement, continue west across the vast gravel desert of Al Nejd. Soon, the landscape changes dramatically as you arrive at the Lost City of Ubar (Shisr) — a UNESCO World Heritage Site often called the Atlantis of the Sands. According to legend, this ancient trading city was swallowed by the desert and lost for centuries until rediscovered by satellite in 1992 by a team led by Sir Ranulph Fiennes. Walking among its excavated ruins offers a rare glimpse into Oman’s deep desert history.

Your journey then continues deep into the Rub Al Khali (Empty Quarter) — the largest sand desert in the world. Here, experience the thrill of driving over golden dunes and climbing to the top for a spectacular sunset view that paints the horizon with shades of orange and gold. The silence and vastness of this desert are truly unforgettable.

Enjoy Arabic coffee and dates while taking in the serenity of this majestic landscape before returning comfortably to Salalah in the evening.

This private sunset safari combines adventure, culture, and nature, making it one of the most memorable experiences in southern Oman.