Sama al Wasil Desert Camp

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Scored 8.8
Rated fabulous

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 specialities 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 204 km from Muscat International Airport, the camp is near Wahiba Sands and offers easy access to local attractions.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • 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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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
2 single beds
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1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Ziga
Slovenia Slovenia
“A very nice camp with plenty of activities: sandboarding, an evening cinema, a campfire, and live music. The food was tasty and varied. The staff were very friendly. The room was clean and spacious enough. The camp is well organized and gives a...”
Danielle
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great value for money. Lovely, comfortable and wonderful staff for affordable rates.”
Suraj
India India
“Everything was perfect , resort provides quad bike for 18 OMR , half board food included in package and small rooms right by the sand ,they also have open theatre For me Akash went an extra mile to arrange some veg food”
Petra
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Friendly staff, beautiful location, right by sand dune, excellent food”
Sanjay
India India
“The location was superb. Hospitality was excellent.”
Anja
Montenegro Montenegro
“Amazing camp. We really enjoyed. Room was clean, neat, very nice touches. Everything was really nice organized. We didn’t di any activity cause we primarily came to enjoy and relax for one day. Outside cinema is simply wow. Such a professional and...”
Gill
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location and setting was excellent Guides and drivers who picked us up Camel ride Quad bike ride”
Daniela
Germany Germany
“The location is great, the place is very clean, relaxing and romantic. The dunes are just behind the camp and the sunset is just amazing.”
Klara
Czech Republic Czech Republic
“The location is just perfect — deep in the desert with the most beautiful red dunes. We had our own 4W car and loved the journey to the camp. It's super easy (once you get your tires deflated as per the camp's instructions) and an adventure on its...”
Andrei
Romania Romania
“Great location, very nicely arranged camp, good food and even entertainment during the dinner with some local performers.”

Managed by SAMA RESORTS & SPA

Company review score: 9.2Based on 7,046 reviews from 7 properties
7 managed properties

Company information

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 information

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.

Neighbourhood information

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

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Chinese • Indian
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Halal

House rules

Sama al Wasil Desert Camp takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
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 option.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 23:00 and 07:00
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 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

0 - 2 years
Cot 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 cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots 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 supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-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 identification 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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag 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.