Rub al-Khali (Empty Quarter), Saudi Arabia
What to see at Rub al-Khali (Empty Quarter) and how to fit it into a Saudi Arabia trip.
Quick answer
The world's largest continuous sand desert — 650,000 km² of sweeping orange dunes.
Best season for Saudi Arabia: October–March. Recommended trip length: 7–12 Days.
About Rub al-Khali (Empty Quarter)
The world's largest continuous sand desert — 650,000 km² of sweeping orange dunes.
Rub al-Khali (Empty Quarter) is one of 14 places we cover in Saudi Arabia, and falls on day 3 of our 5-day Saudi Arabia plan. A 5-day Saudi Arabia trip from Mumbai costs about ₹42,000 per person at budget stays with return flights.
More places to visit in Saudi Arabia
- Hegra (AlUla)
- Edge of the World
- Jeddah Corniche
- AlUla & Hegra
- Mecca & Medina
- Jeddah Old City (Al-Balad)
- Dir'iyah
- Farasan Islands
Questions about Rub al-Khali (Empty Quarter)
What is Rub al-Khali (Empty Quarter)?
The world's largest continuous sand desert — 650,000 km² of sweeping orange dunes.
When is the best time to visit Rub al-Khali (Empty Quarter)?
Saudi Arabia's best season is October–March, which is the best window for Rub al-Khali (Empty Quarter) too.
How many days do I need in Saudi Arabia to include Rub al-Khali (Empty Quarter)?
Trripah recommends 7–12 Days for Saudi Arabia. Rub al-Khali (Empty Quarter) fits into a normal itinerary without extra days.
Can Trripah include Rub al-Khali (Empty Quarter) in a Saudi Arabia package?
Yes. Tell us your dates and group and we add Rub al-Khali (Empty Quarter) to a Saudi Arabia plan with flights, hotels and transfers, usually within 24 hours.