Car Hire Salalah - Mini guide to Salalah
Salalah, in southern Oman, is steeped in history, heritage and beauty. This city is often referred to as the “perfume capital of Arabia” for its fragrant frankincense trees which grow in the nearby Qara Mountains. It sits like an oasis in the desert as its temperature rarely exceeds 30 degrees C and the city stands in lush green countryside.
Visitors are drawn to this desert oasis for its fantastic beaches and coastline which are ideal for snorkeling, scuba diving and bird watching. This fertile environment is home to animals such as leopards and hyenas which are considered East African species.
The area is well known for its shipping at Salalah Port however it is growing as a tourist destination with many luxurious hotels available. While exploring this beautiful region, car hire is strongly recommended as it will allow your party to travel independently and inexpensively.
This ancient city is home to the alleged burial spot of Nabi Imran, the Virgin Mary’s father. Near the center of the city are the 5th century ruins of Sumharam, an ancient port. To learn more about the area’s history, a visit to the Salalah Museum is strongly recommended. A vast collection of artefacts are exhibited from the Middle Ages, including scriptures, coins and pottery. The Frankincense Trail can be followed within the town, which features ruins of trading ports and an oasis.
A number of sites are a short drive from Salalah in your car hire. At Jabal Qara is the resting place of the prophet Ayoub Job, while Nabi Ayoub’s Tomb can be found 40km away in Jable Ittin.
Much of the area’s best nightlife, including clubs and restaurants can be found in Salalah’s fantastic hotels. The Waterhole Nightclub, Crowne Plaza Resort, features plenty of live music and is open to the public.
Car hire deals in: Oman
We rent the following types of cars: Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or equiv.), Mini, Small family (Ford Focus or equiv.), Medium family (Toyota Avensis or equiv.), large family (BMW 5 series), 4x4, SUV, Convertible, Van, Sports car, Luxury cars.
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