Thumrait

Thumrait (also spelled Thumrayt) is in Dhofar.

Understand

Thumrait was historically known as an important stop along the frankincense trading route. In modern times it is the site of Thumrait Air Base, and for travelers is a convenient rest stop.

Get in

Thumrait is located on Highway 31 connecting Salalah with Nizwa, about 90km north of Salalah.

Do

• 1 Camel races. Held twice a year, in November and January. 

Buy

• 1 Supermarket. 

Eat

• 1 Thumrait Palace Restaurant (Opposite Royal Oman Police Complex.), ☏ +968 23 279121, thumraitpalace@hotmail.com. 11am to 2am. Wide parking area. Arabic, Chinese, Indian and Continental. Tasty food and good service. Separate family cabin. Wi-Fi. 

Sleep

• Thumrayt Hotel (near the petrol station), ☏ +968 23 279371, fax: +968 23 279373. Operated by Indians, with an onsite restaurant. RO 12+/singles, RO 15+/doubles. 

Go next

• Salalah