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Sand & Turtles

3 Days Starting and ending in Muscat

Visiting: Wadi Shaab, Ras Al Jinz Turtle Reserve محمية راس الجنز, Bimmah Sinkhole, Al Hadd, Wadi Abrieen, Wahiba Sands, Wadi Bani Khalid, Al Wasil, Muscat

Tour operator:

Today Voyages

Tour code:

14146

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 99

Physical rating:

Medium

Tour operated in:

English

From: $830 $804 Tourhub's Big Adventure Sale: -$26

NB: Prices correct on 21-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Enjoy the off-road drive through eastern hajar mountains, watch green turtles in their natural habitat, Enjoy the serenity of desert

Highlights

Wadi Shab
Wadi Abryeen
Bimah Sinkhole
Green Turtles at Ras Al Jinz Turtle Reserve
Wadi Bani Khalid
Wahiba Sands
Bedouin House visit in Wahiba Sands
Dhow Building yard in Sur
Wadi shab, Wadi Abryeen, Bimah Sinkhole, Green Turtles, Wadi BaniKhalid , wahiba

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Wadi Abryeen , Bimahsinkhole, Wadishab , Greenturtles

Location: Wadi Shaab, Ras Al Jinz Turtle Reserve محمية راس الجنز, Bimmah Sinkhole, Al Hadd, Wadi Abrieen

Accommodation Name: Turtle beach resort

Breakfast and check out.

Embark on your 04WD( 4 pax in each car) and leave for exploring the interior of Oman. You will be driving on a coastal route passes between eastern hajar mountan valley and arabian sea.

Your first stop will be at Wadi Dayqah reservoir, the dam project that has been bulid arross the wadi in the valley of Western Hajar moutains. Photop stop of Wadi dayqah dam . This will also a tolilets stop.

Drive for Wadi Arbayeen awaits with its deep pools of water set among the date palms. We will be driving for some time off-road to reach Wady Arbyn. ‘Wadi’ in Arabic means dead river bed. This is one of the interesting off-road drives in this region through rugged mountain road.

Exit from the wadi and visit Bimmah Sinkhole, a natural sinkhole formed due to corrosion of lime cater stones. It has a blue-green water pool at the bottom. You will have a photo stop and also a toilet stop.

Drive towards Wadi Shab, cross the shore by small boat to start a beautiful hike, (requires good physical conditions and good shoes, as slippery rocks) in the heart of the river between beautiful mountains. A spectacular view awaits you at the end of the trail (after about 45 minutes walk) and you will not be able to resist swimming in this natural pool.

Drive pass through a narrow road of wadi twii fishing village,where you will glimpses of an interior Omani villlage.

At Sur, an orientation drive of the city with a visit to the Dhow Building yard where dhow (Arabian boat) are being repaired/built. Stroll around the souks and corniche. Check-in at the hotel.

Evening leave for turtle reserve to visit. Ras Al Jinz is one of the nesting areas for Green turtles. Oman environment conservation department, guard this area against poachers. It is a unique opportunity to sight turtles in their natural inhabitant (Sighting of turtles are not guaranteed, the entry is subject to availability of tickets)

Day 2 : Wadi Bani Khalid , Wahiba

Location: Wahiba Sands, Wadi Bani Khalid, Al Wasil

Accommodation Name: Desert Nights Camp

Breakfast and check out.

Drive further on a fine highway for Shraqiya region, the house of Bedouin tribes. The main highlight of the area is the oasis village Wadi bani Khalid, Wahiba sands.

Exit the highway, drive through a short winding road to reach Oasis village Wadi bani Khalid.

Wadi bani Khaled in arabic means natural oasis. Wadi Bani Khaled stands a complete contrast to the Wahiba Sands. It is like an oasis in the desert with clear natural spring water pools and vegetation. Enjoy a walk in the Wadi (Swimming in swim costume is not allowed. If someone wishes to swim, they have to wear a full covered swimming costume) in wadi (no towels from our end).

Later drive for Wahiba Sands, the orange color sea of sands stretch around 200Kms up to the Indian ocean coast with sketches of dunes ranging from 50-100 meters in height. The Wahiba host various types of flora and fauna. The beduion tribe finds their livelihood in this wilderness of the desert. Our experienced drivers will drive through these undulating dunes with soft dune bash. Watch a spectacular sunset from the top of sand dunes.

Special element: we can organize sunset setup including nuts, crackers, and soft drinks / Canned juices while the group watch sunset (Extra Cost: USD15PP)

Day 3 : Bedouin House , Ibra

Location: Wahiba Sands, Muscat

Breakfast at Camp and check out.

Visit Bedouin house and meet Bedouin ladies to know more about their life in the desert. Enjoy Omani coffee and dates at their house and what ladies do to survive in the desert.

Later drive for Muscat on countryside highway that connects sharqiya region and capital city oman

Check-in to hotel of your choice.

What's Included

01 Night accommodation at Turtle Beach Resort Twin or Double Hamoor room on HB
01 Night accommodation at Desert Night Camp Twin or Double Deluxe Villa on HB
Dinner and breakfast at Turtle Beach Resort and Desert Night Camp
One unit of private 04WD with English speaking driver cum guide for 03 days

A private 4WD vehicle with an English-speaking driver-guide for three days. The vehicle can accommodate a maximum of 4 guests and 1 driver-guide.
All entrance fees mentioned on the above itinerary
Bottled drinking water during the tours
All the current applicable Taxes and VAT in Oman
One unit of private 04WD with English speaking driver cum guide for 03 days (One 04WD can accommodate maximum of 04 Guest and 01 English speaking driver cum guide)

What's Not Included

Any items like tips
Laundry

Laundry services are not included.
Telephone expenses

Telephone expenses are not included.
Meals other than mentioned

Meals other than those mentioned in the inclusions are not included.
Any beverages during meals
Visa / Visa cost
Any lunches
Any flight fare
Any Tips to driver Guide
laundry
telephone expenses
and meals other than mentioned

Mode of Transport

Travel in a private 4WD with an English-speaking driver cum guide for three days. Each 4WD can accommodate a maximum of four guests and one driver cum guide.

Accommodation

Enjoy a comfortable stay with one night at Turtle Beach Resort in a Twin or Double Hamoor room and another night at Desert Night Camp in a Twin or Double Deluxe Villa, both on a half-board basis.

Check out our Q&As

What type of vehicle will be used for transportation during the tour?

A private 4WD vehicle with an English-speaking driver cum guide will be used for transportation during the tour. Each 4WD can accommodate a maximum of 4 guests and 1 driver cum guide.
Are there any physical requirements for the activities on this tour?

Yes, there are some physical requirements. For example, the hike at Wadi Shab requires good physical condition and good shoes as the rocks can be slippery.
Is swimming allowed during the tour?

Yes, swimming is allowed in certain locations such as the natural pool at the end of the hike in Wadi Shab. However, at Wadi Bani Khalid, swimming is only allowed if you wear a full covered swimming costume.
Will we have the opportunity to see turtles during the tour?

Yes, there is an opportunity to visit the Ras Al Jinz Turtle Reserve, which is one of the nesting areas for Green turtles. However, sighting of turtles is not guaranteed and entry is subject to availability of tickets.
What meals are included in the tour package?

The tour package includes dinner and breakfast at Turtle Beach Resort and Desert Night Camp.

Are there any additional costs for special activities during the tour?

Yes, there is an additional cost for a special sunset setup including nuts, crackers, and soft drinks/canned juices while watching the sunset in Wahiba Sands. This costs USD 15 per person.
What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?

The tour includes one night accommodation at Turtle Beach Resort in a Twin or Double Hamoor room and one night at Desert Night Camp in a Twin or Double Deluxe Villa.
Are there any cultural experiences included in the tour?

Yes, the tour includes a visit to a Bedouin house where you can meet Bedouin ladies, enjoy Omani coffee and dates, and learn about their life in the desert.
How does Today Voyages work?

We are an Online Travel Agency, specialized in Group Vacations and Private Vacations. We have been in business for over 30 years through our sister company Go West Tours and, throughout the years, have developed an extensive network of trusted professionals around the world and a structured methodology to screen our suppliers. Today Voyages offers a selection of tours that are designed, managed and operated by our network of trusted Tour Operators and DMCs. Our database is connected with our partners so that when you make a booking with us this will immediately be received and processed by the Tour Operator.
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