Canary excursion

Wadi Bani Khalid and Wahiba Sands

Two formats connecting the Hajar Mountains, Wadi Bani Khalid oasis and the dunes of Sharqiyah Sands.

Camel shadows across Omani dunes
Photo by Canary · Omani dunes.

Programme

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Option 1

Option 1 · day trip

  1. Cross the Hajar Mountains by 4x4 and stop at Wadi Bani Khalid.
  2. Continue into Wahiba Sands (Sharqiyah Sands), described in the source as a dune landscape about 180 km long.
  3. Drive through the dunes, take in the desert scenery, have lunch with a Bedouin family and ride a camel.

Included

  • A 4x4 and English-speaking guide are planned.
  • Lunch with a Bedouin family, drinks and camel ride.

Price: OMR 135 per car + OMR 15 per person, up to 4 adults.

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Option 2

Option 2 · 2 days / 1 Bedouin night

Times : Pick-up at 08:30 on day 1; return around 17:00 on day 2.

  1. Day 1: coastal road via Quriyat, Wadi Shab with a walk of about 40 minutes and swimming, lunch, then the desert and camp overnight.
  2. Day 2: breakfast, swimming and a short walk at Wadi Bani Khalid, then return to Muscat.

Included

  • One night at 1000 Nights Camp, Desert Rose Camp or similar, in a twin room.
  • A 4x4 and English-speaking guide are planned.
  • Dinner on day 1; breakfast and lunch on day 2; camel ride.

Price per person: OMR 350 for 1 person; OMR 185 each for 2; OMR 140 each for 3; OMR 125 each for 4.

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Questions about this excursion

Are the dunes 180 km long?

The source describes Wahiba Sands as a dune area about 180 km long.

Is the same camp always used?

The programme lists 1000 Nights Camp, Desert Rose Camp or similar; confirm the accommodation for your date.

Is swimming guaranteed?

No. Swimming depends on conditions on the day; stay out of wadis if rain is possible.

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