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.
Get around
See
Do
- Camel races, 17.59527°, 54.01908°. Held twice a year, in November and January.
Buy
- Supermarket, 17.61125°, 54.03499°.
Eat
- Thumrait Palace Restaurant, 17.61275°, 54.0354°, +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.
Drink
Sleep
- Thumrayt Hotel, +968 23 279371. Operated by Indians, with an onsite restaurant. RO 12+/singles, RO 15+/doubles