Sama al Wasil Desert Camp

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Scored 8.9
Rated excellent

Excellent location!

9.5

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Sama al Wasil Desert Camp in Shāhiq offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and views of local landmarks. Each room includes a work desk, seating area, and free toiletries. Dining Experience: The traditional restaurant serves halal Chinese and Indian cuisines, including local specialties and warm dishes. Breakfast options include continental, buffet, à la carte, vegetarian, and halal. Amenities and Activities: Guests enjoy free on-site private parking, an outdoor play area, live music, film nights, and a tour desk. The camp provides daily housekeeping, a coffee shop, and outdoor seating. Location and Attractions: Located 127 mi from Muscat International Airport, the camp is near Wahiba Sands and offers easy access to local attractions.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Halal, Buffet

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Guests who stayed here loved

Ekaterina
Russia Russia
“The facilities were nice, clean and lovely decorated. The staff was friendly and helpful. There are many activities provided and the prices are reasonable. We also enjoyed our diner and breakfast”
Johanna
Netherlands Netherlands
“Great location, good fun. Excellent desert experience. Great amount of activities to do and wonderful food.”
Henry
Netherlands Netherlands
“It has a really nice vibe to it and the little hotelroom “houses” are very nice. Perfect AC, good shower and a nice atmosphere. The staff was very hospitable. There was live music at dinner that added to the vibe and you can get Camel of the BBQ!...”
Gergely
Hungary Hungary
“All services were perfect every single member of the staff was really kind and helpful Very professional service Excellent buffet dinner and breakfast Amazing location Very comfortable tent room”
Shah
India India
“Sandeep chef is outstanding his food is lip smacking. He helped us with jain preparation with a warm smile.Thank you for your exceptional hospitality and warm service during my stay. Every detail was taken care of with such care and professionalism.”
Samuel
Portugal Portugal
“The food selection was great and the quality was decent. The access road is fairly easy so even if you haven’t driven in the desert before you’ll be fine (as long as you remove some pressure from your tires!). The movie theater outside was a...”
Paulina
Poland Poland
“Charming, great atmosphere, clean and beautiful place! Amazing experience! They offer super tasty food (breakfast + buffer dinner with camel bbq!!) and cinema under stars. There are camels living by the camp, you can also have a ride with them or...”
Furkan
Switzerland Switzerland
“For a desert it had a lot of food options especially for dinner. Staff was very kind and you have a lot of activities that you can book right at the spot. We did the ATV tour and it was fun. For the sunset, I recommend climbing up the dunes on...”
Vivek
Oman Oman
“Lot of activities were just near the accommodation . They something for all age groups . We were there for valentine day so the atmosphere was very good the live band and food and special drink made it even more special .”
Fabio
Italy Italy
“Perfect location and amazing services, the staff always kind and available”

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1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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Managed by SAMA RESORTS & SPA

Company review score: 9.3Based on 7,065 reviews from 7 properties
7 managed properties

Company info

SAMA Resorts and Spa is a Hospitality provider that offers Resorts, Heritage Homes, Camps and Ecolodges throughout the Sultanate of Oman and globally. SAMA destinations are traditional, eco-friendly yet comfortable and luxurious rooms that is a mix of ancient cultural elements and heritage along with modern amenities.

Property info

Surrounded by desert dunes, SAMA Al Wasil Desert Camp is a picturesque desert camp tucked away in the desert of North Sharqiyah. This Camp is ideal for the people who are looking for relaxation and to enjoy some Desert adventure. In-room guests have access to the open-air Cinema, inspired by a Bedouin settlement – cinema seating is a comfy Bedouin-style lounge, once the sun sets down and we have soft lighting turned on, the screen is placed under the moonlight and the stunning Wahiba Sands dune as the backdrop.

Neighborhood info

Located in the heart of the desert, 16km from the main road, our camp is nestled among majestic dunes and a nearby Bedouin settlement. This unique setting provides an immersive desert experience, perfect for those seeking adventure and tranquility. We offer a range of exciting activities to make your stay unforgettable. Choose from thrilling 4WD experiences, including dune bashing, sunset and sunrise drives, and desert crossing with a Bedouin guide. Alternatively, explore the dunes on camelback, with options ranging from 10-minute rides to full-day excursions with lunch and refreshments. For the more adventurous, we offer quad bike rides and hot-air balloon experiences, providing breathtaking views of the desert landscape.

Languages Spoken

Arabic,English,Hindi

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Chinese • Indian
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Halal

House rules

Sama al Wasil Desert Camp takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 23:00 and 07:00
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 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

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
OMR 10 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
OMR 20 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

SAMA Al Wasil Desert Camp is a picturesque desert camp tucked away in the desert of North Sharqiyah. This Camp is ideal for the people who are looking for relaxation and to enjoy some Desert adventure.

In the room, guests have access to the open-air Cinema, inspired by Bedouin settlement – cinema seating is a comfy Bedouin-style lounge, once the sun sets down and we have soft lighting turned on, the screen is placed under the moonlight and the stunning Wahiba Sands dune as the backdrop.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Sama al Wasil Desert Camp of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.