About this tour

Wahiba Sands and Wadi Bani Khalid are two popular day trip destinations in Oman, located in the Sharqiyah South Governorate.

Wahiba Sands is a large desert region known for its vast dunes, which range in color from golden yellow to deep red. The desert is home to a number of Bedouin villages, where you can learn about traditional Omani culture and way of life. Popular activities in Wahiba Sands include dune bashing (driving over the dunes in a 4×4 vehicle), camel riding, and sandboarding.

Wadi Bani Khalid is a beautiful valley with a stream running through it, surrounded by cliffs and rocky walls. The wadi is known for its crystal clear pools, which are fed by waterfalls and are popular for swimming. The wadi is also home to a number of small villages, where you can learn about traditional Omani life. Popular activities in Wadi Bani Khalid include swimming in the pools, hiking through the wadi, and visiting the small villages.

To visit Wahiba Sands and Wadi Bani Khalid on a day trip from Muscat. It is a good idea to bring plenty of water and snacks, as well as suitable clothing and footwear for exploring the desert and the wadi. The weather in Oman can be hot and dry, so it is important to stay hydrated and protected from the sun.