Wahiba Sands & Wadi Bani Khalid Group Tour from Muscat

Group excursion to the desert and oasis of Wadi Bani Khalid: Relaxation among sand and water

Duration

9 hours

Price

150$

Oman is a country of contrasts, where majestic deserts coexist with picturesque oases. Our new offer - a group excursion "Relax among the sands and waters" - offers you a unique opportunity to explore the mysterious desert and enjoy the coolness of the oasis of Wadi Bani Khalid. Join us and plunge into an incredible adventure that will forever remain in your memory!

Excursion program "Group excursion to the desert and oasis of Wadi Bani Khalid: Relaxation among the sands and water"

07:00 - 08:00 | Group gathering and departure

Our guide will pick you up from your hotel and take you to the beginning of your exciting journey.

10:00 - 12:30 | Arrival at Wadi Bani Khalid

Arrive at the picturesque Wadi Bani Khalid, where you can enjoy hiking, swimming in crystal clear natural pools and exploring the surrounding area. Time for swimming, photo shoot and relaxation.

12:30 - 13:30 | Dinner

Lunch at a local cafe or restaurant near Wadi Bani Khalid. This is a time for relaxation and communication.

13:30 - 14:30 | Transfer to the Wahiba Desert

The road from Wadi Bani Khalid to the Wahiba desert with stops for photo sessions against the backdrop of picturesque landscapes.

14:30 - 17:00 | Arrival to the Wahiba Desert and excursion

Arrival at the Wahiba Desert. Visit to a Bedouin camp, riding camels and sand dunes. An opportunity to get acquainted with the culture and life of the Bedouins.

17:00 - 19:00 | Return to the city

Gathering the group and boarding the bus.
Departure back to the city.
The travel time will be accompanied by fascinating stories from the guide and discussion of what he saw.

19:00 | Arrival in the city and end of the tour

Arrival at the hotel and completion of the tour. farewell to the guide and participants.
Opportunity to leave reviews and receive recommendations for further travel in Oman.

Wahiba Sands and Wadi Bani Khalid Group Tour

Discover two of Oman’s most impressive natural landscapes on a full-day group tour from Muscat to Wadi Bani Khalid and Wahiba Sands.

Swim in natural pools surrounded by mountains and palm trees, enjoy lunch during the journey and experience the golden dunes and atmosphere of the Omani desert.

Wadi Bani Khalid

After leaving Muscat, you will travel to Wadi Bani Khalid, one of the best-known wadis in Oman.

Surrounded by rocky mountains and palm trees, the wadi is famous for its clear natural pools. You will have time to walk around the area, relax and swim.

Please bring swimwear, a towel and suitable footwear if you plan to enter the water.

Lunch During the Tour

After visiting Wadi Bani Khalid, the group will stop for lunch at a local restaurant or café according to the tour program.

Wahiba Sands

The journey continues to Wahiba Sands, where vast golden dunes create one of Oman’s most recognizable desert landscapes.

You will have time to experience the atmosphere of the desert, enjoy the scenery and take photographs among the dunes.

Camel riding and quad biking are optional activities and are available at an additional charge, subject to availability.

What’s Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off in Muscat
Group transportation
Professional guide
Lunch according to the tour program
Drinking water during the tour

What’s Not Included

Camel riding
Quad biking
Other optional desert activities
Personal expenses

What to Bring

Comfortable clothing and footwear
Swimwear
Towel
Change of clothes
Sunscreen
Hat and sunglasses
Phone or camera

Important Information

The order of stops may change depending on weather, road conditions and other operational factors.

Visitors swimming at Wadi Bani Khalid should respect local customs and wear appropriate swimwear in public areas.

Optional desert activities are paid separately and depend on availability on the day of the tour.

Who Is This Tour For?

This group tour is ideal for travelers who want to experience both the natural pools of Wadi Bani Khalid and the desert landscapes of Wahiba Sands in one day from Muscat.

Book Your Wahiba Sands and Wadi Bani Khalid Tour

Contact GidOman to check available dates and book your group tour from Muscat to Wadi Bani Khalid and Wahiba Sands.

How to work with us

1

Request on the website

Fill out a simple form on our website with your preferences and contact details. We will contact you shortly to confirm

2

Discussing the date and details

Our managers will contact you to discuss all the details: date, time, route, and any special requests. We will find the perfect tour for you, taking into account all your preferences.

3

Payment

After all the details have been agreed upon, you will receive payment instructions. We offer several convenient payment methods for your convenience.

4

Excursion

On the appointed day, our guide will meet you and lead you on an unforgettable tour filled with vivid impressions and discoveries. Enjoy your journey and leave all the worries to us!

Customer reviews

Oliver

Our tour guide, Jamaal, was AMAZING! The whole trip to Wadi Shab and the sinkhole was fantastic in and of itself but Jamaal made it much more so. Beautiful car, well prepared, super considerate, very knowledgeable about all things Omani, he was one of the BEST tour guides I’ve had in any country for any trip. He knew Wadi Shab like the back of his hand, he navigated us through the labyrinthine chasm as far as we could physically go. I felt bad for tourists who were trying to accomplish the Wadi by themselves / this is clearly not recommended. Jamaal was super safety conscious yet adventurous. He was great about recommending super photo ops. Jamaal- thank you and thanks for meeting us at airport to give us something valuable we had left in car! Awesome- my highest recommendation!!!!

Carole H

Went on the full day Wadi Shab Bimmah Sinkhole tour. Pick up direct from hotel was on time, our driver and guide Mahmood was excellent, full of fun and looked after us well. Experience itself well worth it, a great day out if you enjoy a good hike, swimming and fun. The scenery is unreal, the last cave and fountain worth all the effort to get there. Everyone on the trip were so friendly and I enjoyed every minute of it, and to finish off with an Omani meal in a local restaurant and stop off for tea and sweets on the way home. A great day, a great experience always to be remembered. Thank you Mahmood

Yuliya B

I give a rating of 5 "everything we expected and more. From the moment of meeting at the airport to the moment of landing. The travel guides of this company are professionals in their field.

David

This trip was fantastic. I want sure about this trip but it was a highlight, especially for my teen age son and daughter. I'd recommend it as a day away from normal touring. Note: we were shattered the next day.

Laila P

We had a wonderful tour with Aziz, our guide He is knowledgeable, patient, accommodating, cheerful and a proud Omani. All twelve of us in the group were impressed by the cleanliness and development of Muscat, the love of Omanis for their departed Sultan, their pride in their country and the well organized welcome for tourists. GidOman responded to my messages promptly which is great assurance for any traveller booking online. Their vehicle is comfortable and clean and Ilyas arrived punctually. We certainly enjoyed our short but comprehensive visit.

Kristen S

Ilyas stands head and shoulders above any other guide I have ever had in my 40 years global travel. His high level of expertise cannot be overstated. Ilyas fills the tour days and nights with local anecdotal information not written about in books. At the same time, he listens keenly to the responses and tailors the activities, timings and trip details according to the needs and preferences of his clients. He showed me hidden gems and shared information that I am sure other guides are not aware of or not inclined to go the extra mile to share. I am so grateful for his outstanding connections, love of seafood, and genuine heartfelt love and pride of his countrymen. I look forward to staying in touch with him and all the other fantastic people I met in Oman

Alice P

What a great day ! It was exactly what we were hoping for : aventure and discovery in family! Given the fact we were with 3 Kids (12 / 10 and 6 years old). The site is stunning of course. We were led by a sportive and passionate guide, Hamood, who shared a lot of the culture and history of his country. The rythm was really good and adapted : no rush, true enjoyement and yet a very full day. Not only a guide, we really felt that Hamood took care of each of us.

Daniel

Would definitely recommend this tour. Mahmoud was an amazing guide, very friendly, patient and kind. The views were stunning, definitely worth the hike!😅