Eid Al Adha in Oman
Spending Eid in Oman in the middle of Mohammed’s family is something truly special and wholesome.
A gathering of families, traditions instilled throughout generations and communities, unchanged. This trip is for those who are open to connect with the religious rituals, but also the cultural celebrations surrounding Eid al Adha, in a family style trip. Where we visit a family friend and his family, attend the annual Eid Camel Show, taste traditional home cooked meals, and even ride a sunset ride in the desert south of Bidiya. Additionally, we are exploring a few old landmarks.
The celebration of Eid-al-Adha is to commemorate Prophet Ibrahim’s devotion to Allah. The festival takes place on the 10th of the last month in the lunar calendar, and the date is subject to the moon sighting at the beginning of the month.
Information
3 night stay (hotel apartment and guest houses)
Cost: AED 1350 per person
Operator: ADCRC
Where: Around the Wahiba Desert, Oman (3 cities/villages)
When: June 2025
Riding level: All levels are welcome
Weight limit: Maximum of 90kg / 198lbs
Time in the saddle: 3 hours
Camels
This trip is not centred around a long ride. It includes a short afternoon ride in the dunes, to experience a beautiful sunset in the desert.
Over the years, we have gotten very familiar with Abdullah’s camels. Some he knows for longer than 20 years. They are well mannered, kind, eager walkers, and impress with their fearlessness of tall and steep dunes.
Some of the camels are still being used in the traditional camel skill presentation called Ardha.
Omani riding gear is similar to the Emirati gear, meaning camels are tacked up to form a seat behind the saddle. Omani pro riders ride with much thinner layers so they can ride kneeling or with one leg over.
The camels respond well to fabric halters.
Accommodation
The first night will be spent in a hotel apartment, in Al Kamil w Al Wafi.
The accommodation is shared, with 2 guests per room separated by gender in 2 Two-bedroom hotel apartments.
We opt for accommodation close to the festival ground, so we can reach there first thing in the morning.
The second night we will spend near Bidiya in a holiday camp with facilities and air conditioned rooms.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Accommodation, visit to the traditional camel race, traditional meals, including drinks, afternoon sunset ride, bilingual guide (English & Arabic).
WHAT’S EXCLUDED
The price does not include international or domestic flights, travel insurance, or optional tips and visa costs.
Full medical and holiday insurance is required to join the ride.
TRANSFERS
We help to offer carpool arrangements among participants from Dubai. Costs are shared among drivers and passengers.
MEALS
This trip is a lot about the food related to the Eid Holiday.
The typical Eid Breakfast includes Arsiya, a rice and meat porridge, that is prepared early morning.
Please advise if you have dietary restrictions, vegetarian options are limited.
WHAT TO PACK
Country clothing in natural colours will beautifully blend into the local surroundings. If you have traditional or festive jalabiyas or maybe even a Kandora, you will blend right in.
T-shirts to cover the shoulders, is a must, long sleeve is preferred. Shorts are not recommended, for men and women.
You will be sitting on the floor for most meals, keep that in mind when packing.
Shoes, slippers to get in and out quickly.
During the ride, anticipate sun exposure and wear thin layers, as well as protect your head.
PRICES & AVAILABILITY
This trip is linked to the Eid Holiday only.
Maximum group size of 8 and minimum of two.
05 – 08 June 2025
AED 1,350 per person / Three Nights / Six Riders
Fill in an obligation free Rider Form to book and we will get back to you with more information.
We will cross the border 1 day before Eid from the UAE into Oman. We recommend an early start to avoid the crowds at the check points. Online visas are a must, even if your nationality qualifies for visa on arrival.
Afternoon Tour in the Castle of Kamil al Wafi. Subject to Khalfan’s availability.
Dinner and an early night
It’s the first day of Eid, which means, we get up early and make our way to the Eid Praying Area in Falaj Al Mshaikh, just next to the track where the traditional races will take place.
Be captivated by the crowd, the camels, and the flying dust.
After the spectacle, we are heading to Mohammed’s house, for Arsiya, and a festive day with the family.
After a night in Bidiya, it is time for another early start to head to Wadi Bani Khalid for a little time in one of the most famous Wadis.
In the afternoon,
We climb the dunes with the camels, for a 2 hours ride.
Before heading back to camp for dinner in the farm.
Today is the departure day, and we head back to the UAE.
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