Found when taking a diversion on the road between Sur and Muscat, the mighty Wahiba Sands also known as The Sharqiya Sands is home to the bedouins, exciting sand sports and night camping in Oman.
Considered among the most beautiful camping areas in Oman, the Sharqiya Sands extends up to ten thousand square kilometers! The most popular activities at Wahiba Sands are dune bashing and camel safaris. You can also visit Bedouin families and learn about their culture while enjoying a cup of homemade Omani Coffee. Desert Trekking is also a popular activity among tourists. There are also a lot of fun adventures for kids, like sandboarding and horse safaris. The silence and solitude of Wahiba Sands provide a serene backdrop for stargazing, where the clear desert skies illuminate countless stars and constellations.
Beyond its natural and cultural attractions, Wahiba Sands boasts hidden oases and desert flora and fauna adapted to survive in extreme conditions. Guided tours of Wahiba Sands often include visits to these oases, where freshwater pools and lush date palm groves starkly contrast the surrounding arid landscape.
Things to do in Wahiba Sands:
- Dune Bashing
- Camel Safari
- Sand Boarding
- Visiting Bedouin Families
