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Chauffeur drive basis
only
At 0800 hrs we depart by 4WD to Ras Al Junaiz
via the scenic and rugged coastal route. This
tour offers breathtaking glimpses of the blue
waters of the Gulf of Oman offset by pristine
white beaches.
We drive past the fishing village of Quriyat.
There is a good chance of spotting Flamingos
and Eagles at an inland stream. Visit the
picturesque Wadi Arabayeen
with its deep pools of water set among the
date palms. We then proceed to the Bimah
sinkhole, a spectacular limestone
crater with blue green water at the bottom.
On clear sunny days while driving along the
coast one might chance to see sharks in the
deep blue waters or fleet footed Gazelles
sprint across the landscape.
The mausoleum of Bibi Miriam
at Qalhat stands as testimony of a bygone
era. As we continue from here the road winds
through mountain terrain offering breathtaking
glimpses of the blue waters of the ocean enroute.
After a set menu lunch at
Sur Beach Hotel, we continue
our drive to Ras Al Junaiyz
, a sanctuary for the green turtles.
Dinner and overnight in
Ras Al Had Hotel. We have
a short drive to the beach to watch the turtles
nesting on the sands.
Enjoy breakfast at
the hotel.
0800 hrs We proceed to visit
Wadi Bani Khalid. It comprises
of small pretty villages embedded in the mountains.
The Wadi has clear deep blue water. It is
advisable to wear light comfortable clothing
and walking shoes.
The Wahiba Sands, a vast
mass of undulating red and white sea of sand
and dunes rising upto 200 meters are also
host to a variety of flora and fauna. The
ever-changing patterns of the dunes are a
photographers delight. Experience a roller
coaster like feeling as our experienced drivers
drive you over the dunes. The Wahiba Sands
is also home to the traditional Bedouin tribe
who are known for their hospitality and their
knowledge of the sands. We will stop by a
Bedouin family in their traditional and simple
habitat. Set menu lunch will
be served at Al Sharqiyah Sands hotel before
returning to Muscat at approximately 1730hrs.
Two days 4WD with English speaking chauffeur.
Set menu lunch at Sur Beach Hotel (Day 1).
Dinner and Breakfast at Ras Al Hadd Hotel.
Set menu lunch at Al Sharqiyah Sands hotel
(Day 2).
Twin sharing accommodation at Ras Al Hadd
Hotel
Children 8 – 12 years are adults.
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Notes:
1) Never approach turtles emerging from
the sea or disturb nesting Turtles.
2) Watch out for disoriented hatchlings
and direct them seaward.
3) Never leave waste on the beach.
4) Avoid making noise around the nesting
beach.
5) Using the flashlight is prohibited.
The best photo opportunity would be early
morning around 0530 hrs.
6) Carry light pullovers in dark colours
only.
7) Carry only one small overnight bag
due to the limited baggage space. |

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