Oman photos

We are pleased to present a selection of photographs taken by the Greenwoods on their February 2006 self drive journey through Oman.

The Empty Quarter - 'Rub al Khali' © Richard Greenwood

Temporarily stuck on top of a dune © Richard Greenwood

Grandson of Raschid tribesman, Bin Gabaisha, who accompanied Wilfred Thesiger on his epic journeys across the Empty Quarter in the late 40s © Richard Greenwood

The Empty Quarter at dawn © Richard Greenwood

Amazing shapes and colours of the ever-changing dunes © Richard Greenwood

Sunset © Richard Greenwood

Camp at the coast near Al Duqm © Richard Greenwood

Start of camel trek with Mohammed in the northern Wahiba Sands © Richard Greenwood

A short rest at midday © Richard Greenwood

Mohammed cooks rice for supper © Richard Greenwood

This is the best way to ride - if you can! © Richard Greenwood

The camels' favourite bush © Richard Greenwood

A misty morning, Wahiba Sands © Richard Greenwood

Nizwa from the roof of the fort © Richard Greenwood

Jebel al Akhdar, the Green Mountain - painted interior of the sheik's house in the deserted village of Wadi Bani Habib © Richard Greenwood

A Sheraijah village perched on the vertiginous mountainside among fruit and vegetable terraces

A rare, clear mountain pool between villages on the 'Green Mountain' © Richard Greenwood

Epic sunset on Jebel al Akhdar. A photograph can not do justice © Richard Greenwood

Crumbling, ancient part of oasis city of Iski © Richard Greenwood

The public beach just beyond the Al Bustan Palace Hotel, Muscat © Richard Greenwood

Colourful fish in the bustling market at Mutra © Richard Greenwood

The extravagantly opulant Al Bustan Palace Hotel © Richard Greenwood

Information About the Trip

Here is a brief summary of the itinerary, which we put together for the Greenwoods. If you would like to read a more detailed version of their trip, please let us know and we will provide you with the full itinerary.

The Itinerary

Day 1 - Depart the UK

A night flight to Muscat with a transfer to Salalah in the morning.

Day 2 - Salalah

Relaxing rest after the flight at a seafront hotel near Salalah. Land Cruiser handover and briefing. Stock up on provisions.

Day 3 - Salalah

Head off to explore the dramatic Dhofar mountains surrounding Salalah.

Day 4 - Southern Coastline

A day spent enjoying the serene coastline. Dolphin & whale boat trip and snorkelling.

Day 5 - The Empty Quarter

Adventurous onward journey into the Empty Quarter amid the 300m high sand dunes with a charming Bedouin guide.

Day 6 - The Empty Quarter

Travel deeper into this incredible desert with your Bedu guide. Seriously spectacular camping in a stunning desert setting.

Day 7 - Arabian Oryx Sancturary

The guide leaves you and you head north via Hayma and visit the sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Camp in the desert.

Day 8 - Wahiba Sands

Meet your desert guide in Hiij and head up to Qahid to camp on the coast.

Day 9 - Nomadic Desert Camp

Exciting and exhilarating drive across the dunes to a wonderful Bedouin camp, inhabited by the guide's family.

Day 10 - Camel Trek

Swap the vehicle for your own personal camel! Beautiful, remote camping with a really great, friendly Bedouin team. Enjoy simple and delicious, traditional Bedouin food.

Day 11 - Camel Trek

Continuation of the camel trek with the small Bedouin team looking after you.

Day 12 - Nomadic Desert Camp

You and your now best friend (camel) return to the desert camp for a welcome shower and comfortable bed.

Day 13 - Al Jebel Al Akhdar

Set off in the vehicle via Nizwa to the absolutely magnificent region of Al Jebel Al Akhdar.

Day 14 - Al Jebel Al Akhdar

Mountain climbs amid this picturesque area of villages and fruit bearing terraces.

Day 15 - Muscat

Final leg of the journey takes you to the breathtaking and world renowned Al Bustan Hotel in Muscat for two days of complete luxury before the flight home.

Day 16 - Muscat

The fabulous Al Bustan makes a great base from which to explore the intriguing interior and resplendent architecture of beautiful Muscat.

Day 17 - Depart Oman

A relaxing day swimming and indulging in the excellent watersports available at the Al Bustan before the flight home in the evening.