Tourist Attraction

Muqshin Oasis

1 hour Free Dhofar Family-friendly
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Muqshin Oasis is a top attraction in Salalah, Dhofar, Oman.

Entry
Free
Duration
1 hour

About

Muqshin Oasis is a remote desert oasis in Dhofar, Oman, on the southeastern edge of the Empty Quarter, notable for its palms, permanent water, grazing camels and a rare ghaf-tree woodland. It makes a rest stop to see the oasis, ghaf woodland and camels on the Haima-Salalah desert crossing.

Location

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W

Wadi Uyun Canyon-Pools Walk

North of Salalah (~1 hr)

4 km ●●○○○

Seasons in this region

E
Starts in 40 days

Empty Quarter Expedition Season

November 1 to February 28
O
Starts in 57 days

Oman National Day

November 18 to November 19

Frequently asked questions

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