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The Oman Self Drive Tours travel agency

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“Flawless professionalism” - pilpoil, Tripadvisor  /  “Faultless planning, excellent briefing on arrival” - jane r, Tripadvisor

Who better than experienced guides to create your road trip?
Founder of the tour operator Oman Self Drive Tours, Paul lived 13 years in the Sultanate of Oman and now organises your holidays from France.
Partners of the agency, Sophie and Hussain live in Muscat, the Omani capital, and take care of you all along your stay.
 
Only employee of his company, Paul is your single contact during the whole preparation of your tour and he organises only a limited number of trips per year – a true guarantee of quality.

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Head for adventure with our self-drive tours à la carte !

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“Truly magical places off the beaten track, that we never would have found on our own” - jane r, Tripadvisor

The freedom to travel at your own pace, with your family or friends, along with the peace of mind of an organized tour ! It is just that simple !
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Our itineraries are tailored to your wishes : cultural visits, road trips, seaside holiday, more challenging circuits (hiking, canyoning, diving). It's up to you !
This does not prevent us from sticking to our vision of travelling : all our programmes offer strolls and short walks and give you the chance, at least part of the time, to go off the beaten track.
Learn more about the activities we offer.

The Sultanate of Oman : a fascinating country, the place to go for road trips

Balad Sayt, one of Oman most beautiful villages, in the Wadi bani Awf (Western Hajar mountains).
A very safe country, an excellent road network with little traffic, a hospitable population: what more could you ask for when travelling without a guide ?

It is simple : wild and varied landscapes, a unique culture, the opportunity to enjoy a real adventure away from crowds !

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Our tours in Oman

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Here are a few itinerary examples. Do not forget that all our road trips are tailor made: at your request, we can adapt a tour to your wishes or design one just for you.

You will find the programmes of the proposed tours below. They will already give you an accurate description of the itineraries and the activities. And if you travel with us, we will provide you with a roadbook including much more details to make a success of your tour.
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Below prices in euros are valid for the 2025-2026 season (from September 2025 to April 2026).
Thanks to our European bank account, payments are made easy and you avoid adding exchange costs if you pay in euros.

  • 1 week
  • 2 weeks
  • Hiking / canyon
  • 4x4+

1-week tours

The dunes of the Wahiba desert.

Jebels, desert and wadis

Discovery 4x4+ self-drive tour
8 days - Comfort 2-3*

Starting from 2460 € (2 persons) / 3380 € (4 persons)

Programme and price details of the tour "Jebels, desert and wadis"

Map of the tour Jebels, desert and wadis
  • Western Hajar mountains, Wahiba desert, wadis, sea (Gulf of Oman)
  • 4x4+: The spectacular crossing of the Western Hajar by vertiginous dirt roads (Wadi bani Awf)
  • Up to 5 nights in small charming (more or less rustic) accommodations
  • Small camp in the Wahiba Sands
  • Driving up the Jebel Shams to discover the Grand Canyon from the top
  • Mix of classics (Misfat, Nizwa, Wadi Shab, Wadi Tiwi) and off-the-beaten-path sites

Nizwa mosque, at the foot of the Jebel Akhdar mountains.

Nizwa and the Sharqiyah

Discovery 4x4 self-drive tour
8 days - Comfort 3*
Starting from 2730 € (2 persons) / 4100 € (4 persons)


Programme and price details of the tour "Nizwa and the Sharqiyah"

Map of the tour Nizwa and the Sharqiyah
  • Western Hajar mountains (south), Wahiba desert, wadis, sea (Indian Ocean & Gulf of Oman)
  • 2 nights in Nizwa
  • Up to 5 nights in small charming accommodations
  • Small luxury camp at the heart of the Wahiba Sands
  • Swimming: up to 3 nights at the beachside / 3 days in the wadis
  • Classics (Jabrin, Misfat, Nizwa, turtles, Wadi Shab, Wadi Tiwi) and some off-the-beaten-path sites

The village and the palm grove of As Suwayh, at the entrance of the Wadi al Arbiyeen canyon.

Marvels of the Sultanate

Discovery 4x4 self-drive tour
7 days - Comfort 3-4*
Starting from 2840 € (2 persons) / 4600 € (4 persons)


Programme and price details of the tour "Marvels of the Sultanate"

Map of the tour Marvels of the Sultanate
  • Western Hajar mountains (south and west), Wahiba desert, wadis, sea (Gulf of Oman)
  • The 3*/4* hotels the best located along the itinerary / 2 nights in homestay possible
  • Comfortable or luxury camp in the Wahiba Sands
  • Driving up the Jebel Shams to discover the Grand Canyon from the top
  • Swimming: 1 night at the beachside / 3 days in the wadis
  • Classics (Jabrin, Misfat, Nizwa, Wadi Shab, Wadi Tiwi) and off-the-beaten-path sites

Snorkelling around the Daymaniyat Islands, in the Gulf of Oman.

Beaches, desert and wadis

Discovery 4x4 self-drive tour
9 days - Comfort 2-3*
Starting from 3000 € (2 persons) / 4200 € (4 persons)


Programme and price details of the tour "Beaches, desert and wadis"

Map of the tour Beaches, desert and wadis
  • 6 days around the Eastern Hajar mountains: many wadis, Wahiba desert, sea (Indian Ocean & Gulf of Oman)
  • Boat trip and snorkelling at the Daymaniyat Islands
  • Up to 4 nights in small charming accommodations
  • Private camp in the Wahiba Sands
  • Many swimming options: up to 4 nights at the beachside, including 2 in the same accommodation at the end / 4 days in the wadis
  • Mix of classics (turtles, Wadi Shab, Wadi Tiwi) and off-the-beaten-path sites

Hikers gazing at a valley from the Jebel Akhdar plateau.

Hiking in the Western Hajar

Hiking 4x4+ self-drive tour
8 days - Comfort 2-3*
Starting from 2610 € (2 persons) / 3620 € (4 persons)


Programme and price details of the tour "Hiking in the Western Hajar"

Map of the tour Hiking in the Western Hajar
  • 7 days in the Western Hajar mountains (Jebel Akhdar, Jebel Shams)
  • 4x4+: The spectacular crossing of the Western Hajar by vertiginous dirt roads (Wadi bani Awf)
  • Up to 7 nights in small charming (more or less rustic) accommodations / 4 nights high in the mountains
  • Walking options every day including 3 full-day hikes
  • Many off-the-beaten-path sites

A large pool in the Wadi Tiwi.

Secret deserts and wadis

Discovery 4x4 self-drive tour
8 days - Comfort 1-2-3*
Starting from 2340 € (2 persons) / 3420 € (4 persons)


Programme and price details of the tour "Secret deserts and wadis"

Map of the tour Secret deserts and wadis
  • North: Samail Gap, Wahiba desert, wadis
  • Centre-east: 4 days off the beaten path: Sugar Dunes (white desert), Masirah Island, Indian Ocean
  • 2 nights in a beach camp
  • 1 or 2 nights in the Wahiba Sands
  • Swimming: 2 nights at the beachside in the same accommodation / 2 days in the wadis
  • Many off-the-beaten-path sites

2-week tours

A natural pool between some boulders, at the foot of a palm grove, in the Wadi Tiwi.

The Hajar Mountains Loop

Discovery 4x4 self-drive tour
14 days - Comfort 2-3*
Starting from 4370 € (2 persons) / 6450 € (4 persons)


Programme and price details of the tour "The Hajar Mountains Loop"

Map of the tour The Hajar Mountains Loop
  • Western Hajar mountains, Wahiba desert, wadis, sea (Indian Ocean & Gulf of Oman)
  • Driving around the Jebel Shams along little-known dirt roads then up the massif to discover the Grand Canyon from the top
  • Up to 11 nights in small charming (more or less rustic) accommodations, including one in the superb village of Wakan / 3 nights high in the mountains
  • 2 nights in 2 different regions of the Wahiba Sands
  • Guided visits of the famous villages of Misfat al Abriyeen and Balad Sayt (Wadi bani Awf)
  • Swimming: up to 4 nights at the beachside, including 2 in the same accommodation at the end / 3 days in the wadis
  • Mix of classics (Jabrin, Nizwa, Jebel Akhdar, turtles, Wadi Shab, Wadi Tiwi) and off-the-beaten-path sites

Nakhl fort, between the palm grove and the Western Hajar mountains.

The Hajar Mountains Loop Comfort

Discovery 4x4 self-drive tour
14 days - Comfort 3-4*
Starting from 5550 € (2 persons) / 8820 € (4 persons)


Programme and price details of the tour "The Hajar Mountains Loop Comfort"

Map of the tour The Hajar Mountains Loop - Comfort
  • Western Hajar mountains, Wahiba desert, wadis, sea (Indian Ocean & Gulf of Oman)
  • Driving around the Jebel Shams along little-known dirt roads then up the massif to discover the Grand Canyon from the top
  • The 3*/4* hotels the best located along the itinerary and comfortable guesthouses / 5 nights high in the mountains
  • 2 nights in a comfortable or luxury camp in the Wahiba Sands
  • Guided visits of the famous villages of Misfat al Abriyeen and Balad Sayt (Wadi bani Awf)
  • Swimming: 4 nights at the beachside, including 2 in the same hotel at the end / 3 days in the wadis
  • Mix of classics (Nizwa, Jebel Akhdar, turtles, Wadi Shab, Wadi Tiwi) and off-the-beaten-path sites

Dunes of the Omani White Desert.

Muscat to the White Desert

Discovery 4x4 self-drive tour
14 days - Comfort 1-2-3*
Starting from 3850 € (2 persons) / 5660 € (4 persons)


Programme and price details of the tour "Muscat to the White Desert"

Map of the tour Muscat to the White Desert
  • North: Western Hajar mountains (south and west), Wahiba desert, wadis, sea (Gulf of Oman)
  • Centre-east: 4 days off the beaten path: Sugar Dunes (white desert), Masirah Island, Indian Ocean
  • Up to 7 nights in small charming (more or less rustic) accommodations / 1 night high in the mountains
  • Up to 4 nights in beach camps
  • 1 or 2 nights in the Wahiba Sands
  • Driving up the Jebel Shams to discover the Grand Canyon from the top
  • Guided visit of the famous village of Misfat al Abriyeen
  • Swimming: up to 5 nights at the beachside, including 2 x 2 in the same accommodation / 3 days in the wadis
  • Classics (Nizwa, Jabrin, Wadi Shab, Wadi Tiwi) and many off-the-beaten-path sites

The Wadi al Arbiyeen, in the Eastern Hajar mountains.

The Hajar Mountains Adventure

Discovery 4x4+ self-drive tour
14 days - Comfort 2-3*
Starting from 4350 € (2 persons) / 5980 € (4 persons)


Programme and price details of the tour "The Hajar Mountains Adventure"

Map of the tour The Hajar Mountains Adventure
  • Western and Eastern Hajar mountains, Wahiba desert, wadis, sea (Gulf of Oman)
  • 4x4+: The spectacular crossing of the Western Hajar by vertiginous dirt roads (Wadi bani Awf)
  • 4x4+: The crossing of the Eastern Hajar down to the sea by little-used dirt roads
    • Driving up the Jebel Shams to discover the Grand Canyon from the top
  • Up to 11 nights in small charming (more or less rustic) accommodations / 3 nights high in the mountains
  • 2 nights in a small camp in the Wahiba Sands
  • Guided visit of the famous village of Misfat al Abriyeen
  • Swimming: up to 3 nights at the beachside, including 2 in the same accommodation at the end / 2 days in the wadis
  • Classics (Jabrin, Nizwa, Jebel Akhdar, Wadi Shab, Wadi Tiwi) and many off-the-beaten-path sites

Hiking in the Wadi bani Awf in Oman.

Along the Omani trails

Hiking 4x4 self-drive tour
14 days - Comfort 2-3*
Starting from 4230 € (2 persons) / 6230 € (4 persons)


Programme and price details of the tour "Along the Omani trails"

Map of the tour Along the Omani trails
  • Western Hajar mountains (south and west), Wahiba desert, wadis, sea (Gulf of Oman)
  • Up to 12 nights in small charming (more or less rustic) accommodations / 4 nights high in the mountains
  • Small camp in the Wahiba Sands
  • 2 nights in a row in most of the accommodations
  • Driving up the Jebel Shams to discover the Grand Canyon from the top
  • Many walks including 3 full-day hikes (2 self-guided and 1 guided)
  • Swimming: up to 4 nights at the beachside / 3 days in the wadis
  • Mix of classics (Jabrin, Nizwa, Jebel Akhdar, Wadi Shab, Wadi Tiwi) and off-the-beaten-path sites

Hiking and canyon tours

Strolls and short walks are offered in all our programmes.
Tours classified as "hiking" include as well one or several day hikes, of variable length and height difference, guided or self-guided (see details in each programme). Most of these hikes are loop or return hikes and you are free not to walk the whole way.
In some wadis, we also offer guided canyon adventures. Learn more about aquatic hiking and canyoning in Oman.
Hikers gazing at a valley from the Jebel Akhdar plateau.

Hiking in the Western Hajar

Hiking 4x4+ self-drive tour
8 days - Comfort 2-3*
Starting from 2610 € (2 persons) / 3620 € (4 persons)


Programme and price details of the tour "Hiking in the Western Hajar"

Map of the tour Hiking in the Western Hajar
  • 7 days in the Western Hajar mountains (Jebel Akhdar, Jebel Shams)
  • 4x4+: The spectacular crossing of the Western Hajar by vertiginous dirt roads (Wadi bani Awf)
  • Up to 7 nights in small charming (more or less rustic) accommodations / 4 nights high in the mountains
  • Walking options every day including 3 full-day hikes
  • Many off-the-beaten-path sites

Hiking in the Wadi bani Awf in Oman.

Along the Omani trails

Hiking 4x4 self-drive tour
14 days - Comfort 2-3*
Starting from 4230 € (2 persons) / 6230 € (4 persons)


Programme and price details of the tour "Along the Omani trails"

Map of the tour Along the Omani trails
  • Western Hajar mountains (south and west), Wahiba desert, wadis, sea (Gulf of Oman)
  • Up to 12 nights in small charming (more or less rustic) accommodations / 4 nights high in the mountains
  • Small camp in the Wahiba Sands
  • 2 nights in a row in most of the accommodations
  • Driving up the Jebel Shams to discover the Grand Canyon from the top
  • Many walks including 3 full-day hikes (2 self-guided and 1 guided)
  • Swimming: up to 4 nights at the beachside / 3 days in the wadis
  • Mix of classics (Jabrin, Nizwa, Jebel Akhdar, Wadi Shab, Wadi Tiwi) and off-the-beaten-path sites

Swimming through a natural pool during the descent of the Wadi bani Khalid canyon.

Mountains and canyons of Oman

Hiking 4x4 self-drive tour
14 days - Comfort 3*
Starting from 5050 € (2 persons) / 7800 € (4 persons)


Programme and price details of the tour "Mountains and canyons of Oman"

Map of the tour Secret mountains
  • Western Hajar mountains (south and west), Wahiba desert, wadis, sea (Gulf of Oman)
  • Up to 10 nights in small charming accommodations / 4 nights high in the mountains
  • 2 nights in a comfortable camp in the Wahiba Sands
  • 2 nights in a row in most of the accommodations
  • Many walks including the complete ascent of the Jebel Shams in 2 days and 1 day hike on the Jebel Akhdar (self-guided)
  • 2 aquatic hikes in the Eastern Hajar wadis (guided)
  • Swimming: 4 nights at the seaside / 4 days in the wadis
  • Classics (Al Hamra, Misfat, Nizwa, Wadi Tiwi) and many off-the-beaten-path sites

4x4+ tours

All our itineraries include dirt roads without specific difficulty, easily negotiated with the 4x4 vehicles we provide.
Tours classified as "4x4+" also include mountain dirt roads that require self-confidence in the driving of the vehicle. The driver should not be afraid of heights, as some parts are very steep, narrow and/or along the edge of cliffs. Nevertheless, they are all official roads, regularly maintained by the Omani government services.
Some "4x4+" itineraries can also include sand roads, especially to drive to certain camps in the Wahiba desert. For these usually short routes, a guide is present and can help you in case of problem. Note that in Oman, cars are not insured in sand.
Advices on the use of the vehicle are given at the start of the tour (and we can assist you by phone all along your trip).
The dunes of the Wahiba desert.

Jebels, desert and wadis

Discovery 4x4+ self-drive tour
8 days - Comfort 2-3*
Starting from 2460 € (2 persons) / 3380 € (4 persons)


Programme and price details of the tour "Jebels, desert and wadis"

Map of the tour Jebels, desert and wadis
  • Western Hajar mountains, Wahiba desert, wadis, sea (Gulf of Oman)
  • 4x4+: The spectacular crossing of the Western Hajar by vertiginous dirt roads (Wadi bani Awf)
  • Up to 5 nights in small charming (more or less rustic) accommodations
  • Small camp in the Wahiba Sands
  • Driving up the Jebel Shams to discover the Grand Canyon from the top
  • Mix of classics (Misfat, Nizwa, Wadi Shab, Wadi Tiwi) and off-the-beaten-path sites

The Wadi al Arbiyeen, in the Eastern Hajar mountains.

The Hajar Mountains Adventure

Discovery 4x4+ self-drive tour
14 days - Comfort 2-3*
Starting from 4350 € (2 persons) / 5980 € (4 persons)


Programme and price details of the tour "The Hajar Mountains Adventure"

Map of the tour The Hajar Mountains Adventure
  • Western and Eastern Hajar mountains, Wahiba desert, wadis, sea (Gulf of Oman)
  • 4x4+: The spectacular crossing of the Western Hajar by vertiginous dirt roads (Wadi bani Awf)
  • 4x4+: The crossing of the Eastern Hajar down to the sea by little-used dirt roads
    • Driving up the Jebel Shams to discover the Grand Canyon from the top
  • Up to 11 nights in small charming (more or less rustic) accommodations / 3 nights high in the mountains
  • 2 nights in a small camp in the Wahiba Sands
  • Guided visit of the famous village of Misfat al Abriyeen
  • Swimming: up to 3 nights at the beachside, including 2 in the same accommodation at the end / 2 days in the wadis
  • Classics (Jabrin, Nizwa, Jebel Akhdar, Wadi Shab, Wadi Tiwi) and many off-the-beaten-path sites

The Sugar Dunes, near the village of Khaluf, by the Indian Ocean.

Muscat to the White Desert - 4x4+ variant

Discovery 4x4+ self-drive tour
14 days - Comfort 1-2-3*
Starting from 4210 € (2 persons) / 5610 € (4 persons)


Programme and price details of the tour "Muscat to the White Desert 4x4+"

Map of the tour Muscat to the White Desert - 4x4+ variant
  • North: Western Hajar mountains, Wahiba desert, wadis, sea (Gulf of Oman)
  • Centre-east: 4 days off the beaten path: Sugar Dunes (white desert), Masirah Island, Indian Ocean
  • 4x4+: The spectacular crossing of the Western Hajar by vertiginous dirt roads (Wadi bani Awf)
  • Up to 7 nights in small charming (more or less rustic) accommodations / 1 night high in the mountains
  • Up to 4 nights in beach camps
  • 1 or 2 nights in the Wahiba Sands
  • Driving up the Jebel Shams to discover the Grand Canyon from the top
  • Guided visit of the famous village of Misfat al Abriyeen
  • Swimming: up to 5 nights at the beachside, including 2 x 2 in the same accommodation / 3 days in the wadis
  • Classics (Nakhl, Wadi Shab, Wadi Tiwi) and many off-the-beaten-path sites

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