Authentic Desert Camp - Al Wasil

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Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.9

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About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Authentic Desert Camp - Al Wasil in Wahiba Sand Desert offers luxury tents with private bathrooms, balconies, and terraces. Each tent features a kitchen, dining area, and modern amenities. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, restaurant, bar, and outdoor seating. Additional facilities include a lounge, games room, and live music. Free on-site private parking is available. Comfortable Amenities: The property provides a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and evening entertainment. Breakfast options include American, buffet, and vegetarian. Free toiletries and garden views enhance the stay. Prime Location: Located 198 km from Muscat International Airport, the camp offers easy access to local attractions. Guests appreciate the convenience for active nature-centric trips and dinner.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast info

Vegetarian, American, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site

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Number of guests
 
2 single beds
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1 double bed
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1 large double bed
2 single beds
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1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Souzana
Switzerland Switzerland
“An excellent place to stay while visiting the desert! Saeed and his family are very welcoming and kind, they made our stay there memorable !”
Valeriya
Switzerland Switzerland
“Staying at Authentic Desert Camp was an unforgettable experience, a perfect blend of peace, beauty and genuine hospitality. The camp itself is stunning, set in the heart of the desert where stars shine brighter than anywhere else. The host, Said,...”
Martin
Austria Austria
“The hospitality of Saeed and his team were outstanding and it was a great way of experiencing authenticity with very nice comfort. Can highly recommend this place.”
Meike
Germany Germany
“We stayed for two nights and had an amazing experience. Saeed made us feel at home from the start. He picked us up from the meeting point to make sure we find the way to the camp with our 4x4. The camel ride in the evening was unforgettable. You...”
Felix
Switzerland Switzerland
“Our stay with Saeed was truly special and one of the highlights of our trip so far. Saeed takes exceptional care of his guests, and the camp is in a perfect location. He also offers great activities like camel riding and dune bashing — we chose...”
Thomas
Netherlands Netherlands
“The host was amazing, he showed us a traditional dance, gave us amazing food ( traditional camel meat and more) And the beds where lovely although i recomand to stay up till late and watch the stars”
Jimbosg12
Australia Australia
“Loved my desert stay at this camp. Lovely staff and location, it felt very secluded. The food was delicious, sleeping in a bed under the stars was magic, and the bathroom was very luxurious for the setting.”
Jonathan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Small and intimate camp. Great facilities given location in middle of desert. Super helpful and friendly host. Beds moved out of tent so we could sleep under the stars.”
Koen
Netherlands Netherlands
“Staying at Authentic Desert Camp was pure magic! The traditional tents were both beautiful and authentic, offering true desert charm and comfort. The meal was a feast—homemade, flavorful, and unforgettable. The silence and serenity of the desert...”
Boguslaw
Poland Poland
“Very good camp, comfortable beds and tent, the staff and owner very nice and helpfully. I can trully recomend this camp.”

Hosted by Saeed AL Mughairi

9.9
Host review score
Saeed AL Mughairi
Welcome to Authentic Desert Camp in Wahiba Sand Desert (Oman). The camp is located in a wonderful spot (Al Wasil), between the dunes where you can gaze at all the beautiful stars and enjoy your moments with fire at night. We guarantee you will discover the most remote and beautiful places in the desert, driving between the dunes and enjoying the Omani Bedouin hospitality, discovering the landscapes and places around. Enjoy beautiful nights at the Authentic camp where the atmosphere is great!
Hello, Salam! I am Saeed, the owner of Authentic Desert Camp, born and raised in the desert. I love sharing real, authentic experiences with guests - good food, warm hospitality, authentic experiences, and the magic of the dunes.
Authentic Desert Camp is located in the middle of the desert, where golden dunes, starry nights and local culture come together. Perfect for travelers looking for an authentic experience in the desert, who wants to know more about Bedouin desert life, culture and traditions.
Languages spoken: Arabic,English

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1

No additional info available

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 19:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 11 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.