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Oman

DUNE CUP

"The ride of a lifetime."

An epic desert escapade across the Sultanate of Oman. Sand dunes, hidden oases, Bedouin campfires, and the occasional camel crossing. About 18 teams. One Cup. Zero regrets.

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Toyota 4x4
Vehicle
8
Days
~18
Teams per edition
Muscat
Start & finish
€3,720
Per team
24+
Minimum age
The Dune Cup

Oman's wild sands.
Your fortress on wheels.

About 17 teams setting out to conquer the vast, untamed sands of Oman, each behind the wheel of a LandCruiser Prado with a rooftop tent as their mobile fortress.

Expect to get lost, tackle towering sand dunes, and maybe share a campfire with Bedouin tribes. This is not just an adventure — it's the ride of a lifetime.

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DUNE CUP · OMAN
Dates

When are we going?

March 2027
5 — 13 March 2027
November 2027 — Exact dates to be announced
Dates to be confirmed
What's included

€3,720 per team.

  • 4x4 with rooftop tent, third-party insurance & paperwork
  • Extra camping & off-road equipment (recovery boards, etc.)
  • Sand-driving lessons from our expert guides
  • One night in a pre-arranged desert camp
  • Support vehicle for just-in-case moments
  • Launch & finish parties
  • Comprehensive hard-cover expedition handbook
  • Official Dune Cup swag — T-shirts and more
  • Access to the ChiefCups community

+€440 supplement for teams of 4.

Everything you need to know

The details.

The Dune Cup kicks off and wraps up in Muscat. You'll head South-West in a vaguely clockwise direction, hitting checkpoints to ensure you catch all the breathtaking spots — and to keep you from wandering into Saudi Arabia.
Not a race. An adventure-driven, challenge-based competition. Challenges include reaching the highest dune with your vehicle, driving the farthest south, or spotting the largest giant turtle. Full challenge list revealed only at the launch event.
Your normal driving licence will do for Oman.
Yes — Oman is an increasingly popular and safe tourist destination with no threats to tourists. Just be sure not to step over into Yemen.
Absolutely — mandatory. You need coverage for renting and driving a vehicle in Oman. We recommend Europ Assistance, around €100 per person.
Generally no visa required for stays under 12 days. Requirements vary by country of origin, so check in advance.
Yes — genuinely so. You're driving on rough roads in a remote part of the world. This isn't a glorified holiday. By joining, you're taking full responsibility for the risks involved.

INTO THE DUNES.

Secure your seat before spots are gone.

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