Main Info
Quick Facts about this Tour
- You will go to Oman’s southern region Dhofar
- You will visit the Taqa, Sumhuram ruins, Wadi
- Derbat, Jebel Samhan and Tawi Attir sink hole
Start the tour in the morning by 4X4 vehicles, on a full day safari into the Dhofar Mountains. The excursion begins with a visit to the old fishing village of ‘Taqah’, famous its century old ‘Taqah Castle’.
Continue onto the ancient ruins of the once famous city of Sumharam (Khor Rohri). Khor Rori was an important port on the coast of Dhofar, and one of the major trading cities with frankincense, believed to have been the hub & harbor for the shipping of Frankincense (UNESCO World Heritage site).
Then drive into the ‘ever green Wadi Darbat’ for a relaxing stroll along the Wadi bed, surrounded by herds of Camels, Goats & Cattle. In the Khareef season (monsoon period), one could also witness an almost 100m natural Water-Fall, spreading its „tentacles‟ into numerous lakes & lush green Vegetation.
Next stop is one of the world‟s largest Sink Holes (211 m deep & 150 m in diameter), situated at Tawi Attair – also known as the “Well of Birds”, who frequent this location, the year through. Continue journey into the mountain range of Jebel Samhan to a breathtaking plateau at a height of almost 1700m. This location is commonly known as the ‘Grand Canyon’ of Dhofar, gives one a complete view of the east coast to the one side & the vast ‘Qara’ mountain range to the other. Then continue the journey from the plateau into the adjacent ‘Qara’ mountain range & drive through scenic Jebali villages & landscape, with numerous photo stops at interesting locations.
Return to the hotel
Tour Details
What to Bring:
- Sunscreen, Steady shoes, Hat
- This tour involves walking over rough and inclined ground
- Maximum number of Passengers in a vehicle should be 4, due to the safety regulations
What to Wear:
Please ensure you dress respectfully.
Inclusions
- Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- English Speaking Guide cum driver
- Three Bottles of Wate
Exclusions
- Gratuities (optional)
- Extra transfers
- Lunch
GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS
- The prices are indicative and all respective services are purely subjected to availability upon final confirmations with payment.
- All current applicable taxes have been included while quoting. If there is any increase in government levies, existing tax structure, accommodation rates extended by respective hotels, hike in the fuel prices or air fare, etc. will be charged extra as applicable at the time of travel.
- VAT (Value Added Tax): Rates are subjected to the implementation of any new taxes introduced by the Oman government during the course of the contractual period. The said tax will be levied (if applicable) as per the government norms on the above rates quoted and will be effective as per the guidelines provided by the concerned government authorities.
- It is recommended that you take necessary travel insurance to cover medical expenses in case of an accident/illness, loss of baggage/personal belongings, change of air tickets and cancellation of the tour.
- All arrangements made by Infinite Tours are in the capacity of an agent only. We shall not be liable for any claims or expenses arising from circumstances beyond our control such as accidents, injuries, delayed flights, etc. & all acts of force majeure.
