Sama al Wasil Desert Camp

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Scored 8.8
Rated excellent

Excellent location!

9.5

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Sama al Wasil Desert Camp in Shāhiq offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and views of local landmarks. Each room includes a refrigerator, work desk, and free toiletries. Dining Experience: The traditional restaurant serves halal Chinese and Indian cuisines, including vegetarian and halal options. Breakfast includes local specialties, warm dishes, juice, and fruits. Live music enhances the dining experience. Amenities and Activities: Guests enjoy free on-site private parking, an outdoor play area, and film nights. Additional services include a tour desk, car hire, and luggage storage. The camp is highly rated for its convenience for nature trips and active activities.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 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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Nikolay
Bulgaria Bulgaria
“A wonderful camp with a very good location – not too far from the main road, but at the same time deep into the desert. One of the few that are open in the summer. Very clean and comfortable rooms, delicious food and very good service. Although...”
Lubos
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“Nicely located camp, accommodation is simple but fulfills its purpose. Quite decent food selection for such remote location.”
Ambreen
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“The hospitality was amazing and so was the property”
Iuliia
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“Nice location near the big dune. Night movies 🍿. Kids liked a quad bike rides.”
Daniel
United States United States
“Wonderful location in the Wahiba sands dunes. Easy to get to without deflating tires. Friendly staff and check-in. Great dinner and breakfast area - wonderful. Get a Sultan Tent it's totally worth it. Loved hiking in the dunes for sunset and...”
David
Slovenia Slovenia
“Everything was top-notch (bonfire, dune behide the camp, quads), very clean, tasty food. All in all, perfect for family stay”
Manesh
Oman Oman
“The location is beautiful. We can climb the dunes and no need of a vehicle to reach the dunes. Also a rop fixed for climbing the dune was quite useful. Dinner was good with BBQ. Breakfast was basic. The room was traditional and nice. The outdoor...”
Anis
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Fantastic location right by the Dunes,Friendly staff, comfortable accommodation,free teas and coffees available all day.”
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.”

Managed by SAMA RESORTS & SPA

Company review score: 9.2Based on 6,624 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

Amenities of Sama al Wasil Desert Camp

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

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

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.

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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.

The camp is located 9.9 mi inside the desert and can only be accessed by an AWD or 4WD vehicle. If required, a round-trip transfer from Al Maha Petrol Station, Al Wasil village can be arranged at an additional charge of RO 32 per car, accommodating up to four guests.

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.

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