Excursions

After breakfast drive through lush green plantations and you will visit the “The Museum of the Frankincense Land” at Al Balid, passing by the bird sanctuary. One hall depicting the Frankincense Trail History of the Sultanate, along with many audio/video presentations of the Omani Renaissance since 1970, fascinates the visitor to this site. You will make photo stops at the impressive Shanfari Mosque and later at Al Husn Palace (Palace of the Sultan). Stroll through the old Haffah Souq, famous for Dhofari traditional souvenirs.

Tour in small car: OMR 42

Tour in 4WD car: OMR 72

(Tour Duration: 4 hours).  Prices are per car(1 - 3 person).

 After breakfast we start the tour and your first destination is Taqa, in the East. The impressive ruins at Sumhurum give insight into architecture and living conditions of a time more than 2000 years ago. The adjoining port of Khawr Rhori was an important trade center and the main port for the export of frankincense. Just before Mirbat you reach Bin Ali’s Tomb. Later we visit Mirbat, the old capital of Dhofar is known for its old merchant houses, built in traditional ancient Omani architecture. On the way back to Salalah you visit Wadi Darbat, a quiet place at the feet of the lush Qara Mountains.

Tour in small car: OMR 49

Tour in 4WD car: OMR 78

(Tour Duration: 4 hours).  Prices are per car (1 -3 person). 
 

 After breakfast proceed in westerly direction towards Mughsail , where the white sand touches the deep blue of the Indian Ocean. You will pass by scattered frankincense trees and drive along the Zig- Zag Road with its breathtaking cliffs on either side.  Mughsail which is one of the most attractive Beaches in Dhofar  and also proud of its spectacular „Blow Holes‟, the water fountains.

Tour in small car: OMR 49

Tour in 4WD car: OMR 78

(Tour Duration: 4 hours).  Prices are per car (1 - 3 person).