Desert Retreat Camp
Bidiya, Al Sharqiyah, 421 Al Wāşil, Oman – Excellent location – show map
Desert Retreat Camp
Surrounded by the high sand dunes of Oman’s desert, the eco-friendly Retreat Camp in Sharqiya provides authentic, Arabian-style accommodations in tents. It offers camel rides and tours to nearby locations. Located in Wahiba sands, all tents are made of natural goat hair. Each has a private, open-to-the-sky bathroom with a toilet, sink and shower. Guests staying at the Desert Retreat Camp can enjoy Arabian food and barbecue every night. After a meal, you can listen to the traditional Arabian music or gaze at the starry sky over the camp. Desert Retreat staff can organize a visit to Beduoin settlements as well as Wadi Bani Khalid, a nearby valley. Guests can also enjoy dune bashing, a popular way to explore sand dunes in off-road vehicles.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- ElineGermany“Location!!!!!! Fantastic, stunning. Staff was very helpful.”
- KosmaBelgium“I spent two weeks in Oman but definitely this was the highlight of the trip. We were picked up by the owner from Al Wusta (as we didn't have a 4x4) and he drove us to the camp. There was only one group of friends and the rest of the camp was...”
- Jean-yvesFrance“The big dune behind the camp, one of the highest in the area.”
Host Info
Area info
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- Restaurant
- AmbienceTraditional • Romantic
Amenities of Desert Retreat CampGreat facilities! Review score, 8.5
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Shared bathroom
- Bathrobe
- Bathtub
- Shower
- Linens
- Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
- Inner courtyard view
- Landmark view
- Mountain view
- Garden view
- View
- Outdoor fireplace
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun deck
- BBQ facilities
- Patio
- Balcony
- Dining table
- Cleaning products
- Clothes rack
- Ski rental on site
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Hiking
- Skiing
- Dining area
- Coffee house on site
- Fruit
- Kids' meals
- Restaurant
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
- Invoice provided
- ATM on site
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/out
- Board games/Puzzles
- Board games/puzzles
- Fire extinguishers
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Hypoallergenic
- Designated smoking area
- Mosquito net
- Executive lounge access
- Wake-up service
- Private entrance
- Car rental
- Packed lunches
- Carpeted
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Arabic
- English
- Hindi
Property practices
House rulesDesert Retreat Camp takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Please check your visa requirements before you travel.
Please note that the meeting point is at the office at Al Maha petrol station in Al Wasil Village at 3 pm daily.
Please note that a 4x4 car will be provided to reach the camp. This service is mandatory and chargeable.
Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.
FAQs about Desert Retreat Camp
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Desert Retreat Camp offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
- Skiing
- Walking tours
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The prices at Desert Retreat Camp may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Desert Retreat Camp is 10.6 miles from the center of Al Wāşil. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Yes, Desert Retreat Camp is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Desert Retreat Camp has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant
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Check-in at Desert Retreat Camp is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.