Desert Retreat Camp
Bidiya, Al Sharqiyah, 421 Al Wāşil, Oman – Excellent location - show map
Surrounded by the high sand dunes of Oman’s desert, the eco-friendly Retreat Camp in Sharqiya provides authentic, Arabian-style accommodation in tents. It offers camel rides and tours to nearby locations. Situated 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 barbeque 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 organise 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 particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
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See what guests loved the most:
- XXavier
France“Great location and very authentic. At the foot of a huge and beautifull dune. Very friendly staff.” - Michaela
Czech Republic“Very good location far from the other camps, very kind staff and very good food for breakfast and dinner. Warm welcome from the owner of the camp.” 
Laurent
Spain“welcoming staff, great food, lost in the sands, tour in the sand dunes, generating own electricity with solar energy. we were with another group of 3 friendly people from Germany. perfect time”
Host Information
Property surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Restaurant
- AmbianceTraditional • Romantic
Facilities of Desert Retreat CampGreat facilities! Review score, 8.6
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Shared bathroom
- Bathrobe
- Bath
- Shower
- Linen
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
- Inner courtyard view
- Landmark view
- Mountain view
- Garden view
- View
- Outdoor fireplace
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun terrace
- BBQ facilities
- Patio
- Balcony
- Dining table
- Cleaning products
- Clothes rack
- Ski equipment hire on site
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Hiking
- Skiing
- Dining area
- Coffee house on site
- Fruits
- Kid meals
- Restaurant
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
- Invoice provided
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-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 hire
- Packed lunches
- Carpeted
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Arabic
- English
- Hindi
Property practices
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Cash
Desert Retreat Camp accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 06:00.
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
The fine printNeed-to-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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Check-in at Desert Retreat Camp is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.
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Desert Retreat Camp is 10.6 miles from the centre of Al Wāşil. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Desert Retreat Camp has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant
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The prices at Desert Retreat Camp may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Desert Retreat Camp offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
- Skiing
- Walking tours
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Yes, Desert Retreat Camp is popular with guests booking family stays.
