Other than being obvious Instagram click baits, a desert experience marked with stunning sunsets and camelback rides really is an unforgettable experience that you can revel on for years and years with your partner, family members, and friends. The United Arab Emirates – Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Ajman, Fujairah, Ras al Khaiman, Sharjah, and Umm al Quwain – has a vast treasure trove of experiences for the off-the-beaten-path traveler who dreams of experiencing being a desert dweller. If you’ve been dreaming about trying a Bedouin or Bedu tent experience and hankering back to the nomadic days when merchants plied through the Arabian Pensiula as nomads, then skip the luxurious hotels and island resorts just this time. Instead, choose from this carefully curated list of the best glamping spots in the United Arab Emirates for a memorable vacation.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, prices, availability of dates, decor, and a location that facilitates glamping or is close to glamping spots. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 08, 2024.
1. Cozy glamping in The Dunes Camping & Safari RAK (from USD 176)
For some quiet time away from the crowds of the usual hotels and other traditional accommodations, check out this glamping spot in The Dunes Camping and Safari RAK. You’ll feel like you’re in the middle of the desert but you’re actually close to many of the conveniences of the city. There are plenty of exciting things to do here as well, including quad bikes, camel rides, sand skiing, and more.
Each accommodation is designed with style and comfort in mind and comes with air-conditioning, a cozy bed, ambient lighting, and more to ensure a relaxing stay. Bathroom and shower facilities, two separate buffet areas, dedicated tents for sheesha and henna, and other amenities are available within the campgrounds.
The Dunes Camping & Safari RAK
Address: Al Wadi Desert, Nearby Ritz Carlton Al Wadi RAK Ras Al Khaimah
3.07 km (2.0 mi) from Bassata Village
2. Glamorous retreat house perfect for stargazing (from USD 909)
Tucked in the beautiful Arabian desert, this campsite is the perfect getaway and retreat house for couples or travelers looking for a glamorous adventure. Stay in a luxurious crystal roof tent which allows you to see the stars in all its full glory at night, minus the light pollution of the city. Lounge around, read a book, or have a coffee by your queen-sized bedside. The room is fully equipped with impactful amenities like its own Nespresso machine, Bluetooth speakers, a telescope, and an air-conditioner or a heater depending on what’s needed for the season. There’s also common areas where you can interact with fellow guests. Sit and share campfire stories at the fireplace and BBQ Station. The Starlight Camp is an unforgettable experience.
STARLIGHT CAMP
Address: UAE DESERT
97.16 km (60.4 mi) from Bassata Village
3. Rustic wonderland camping area great for outdoor fun (from USD 125)
Close enough for comfort but far enough to detach, this campground off the property of Bin Majid Beach Hotel offers deluxe tents and dome suites just next to their huge swimming pool. While the tents themselves are comfortable enough for long stays, the great part is that there are so many fun activities in store outside for guests. Go try sea-view aerobics. Catch a beach yoga session. Or even take it back to the good old days of kite flying. Longbeach Campground is a fun wonderland for you and your friends!
Longbeach Campground
Address: King Faisal Street
23.04 km (14.4 mi) from Bassata Village
4. Sophisticated rooms with a stunning pastoral view (from USD 272)
Competitive pricing for spacious 3-bedroom tents
Private beach, spacious rooms, helpful staff, and ongoing facilities expansion
Secluded and serene, with close access to the beach and natural attractions
Delicious seafood, complimentary nuts, and accommodating staff; potential for menu price revision
If you want a chef-on-demand experience and really patient staff waiting on you hand and foot, then this lodge in Kalba is a great option this summer. And because it’s on a secluded island that doesn’t allow any motor vehicles, it is as quiet as can be. The beautiful open-space deck leading to the master bedroom, and facing the courtyard where the bonfire is, is great for just hanging about with your loved one. The best part of this experience though is obviously the room with little nooks like a reading corner and a changing area. It opens straight through the dunes, too. Imagine waking up to an endless horizon and a majestic view like this every day!
Kingfisher Retreat by Sharjah Collection
Address: Corniche Street
81.47 km (50.7 mi) from Bassata Village
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5. Convenient, citified living in the middle of the desert (from USD 310)
Whether it’s the view or the tent itself, there’s a lot to love about this environmentally aware retreat camp found a desert in the middle of lush mountains. Each tent has two luxurious beds with high-tech fabric made from Germany that cools you down during the summer and protects you during the colder months. Each tent has its own bathroom with a hot and cold shower, a wide wardrobe, bedside tables, and lamps. Plus, as you go out, you have a stunning view of the iconic Kiri trees, the fastest growing trees in the world.
The Retreat
Address: Rugaylat Road Al Badiyah
54.62 km (34.0 mi) from Bassata Village
6. Charming Bedouin camp that encourages campfire bonding
This property is a spacious option for couples who just want to sit back and chill. There are basic but comfortable double beds, a sitting area where you can check out those who are sandboarding through the dunes, and a private bathroom. At night, you can join other guests at the bonfire or at the shisha tent for a night of music and conversation.
Bedouin Oasis Camp
Address: Near Banyan Tree Al Wadi
842 meters (0.6 ft) from Bassata Village
7. Homey tent inspired by Bedouin merchant lifestyle (from USD 408)
This property’s tents hanker back to the old caravan days where luxurious carpeting and upholstery adorned the tents of merchants. Have a shisha. Reserve a henna painting session. Sand surf along the red dunes. Set in Ras Al Khaimah, this accommodation is perfect for those who want a secluded spot to just enjoy the desert. If this doesn’t sound like an adventure, we don’t know what does.
A WAFI
Address: AL KAREN ROAD, AWAFI STRT, F96
21.27 km (13.3 mi) from Bassata Village
8. Intimate tent space for adventurous couples (from USD 680)
Play backgammon in your outdoor sitting area or have dinner underneath the stars. This accommodation is great for couples who want an authentic tented camp experience. Buffet breakfast is available at the common camping ground and guests can always interact at the shared lounge area. Should you want for anything else, you can always request the owners. There is even delicious food especially cooked for guests when asked nicely. Enjoy!
مخيمات ، تخييم
Address: شارع سيح السلم بحيرات القدرة
92.99 km (57.8 mi) from Bassata Village
9. Relaxing living spaces with a huge garden (from USD 544)
With a spacious garden and playground to hang about in, this tent is made for families and groups who just want to enjoy each other’s company. The site also offers comfortable tent accommodation with a shared bathroom and common sitting areas where you can have your meals. Don’t forget to wear sunblock! The sun and the treeless surroundings can be especially harsh in the summer.
مخيم الفايه الصحراوي
Address: Saih Sheib - Al Fayah Truck Road
114.31 km (71.1 mi) from Bassata Village
10. Nice and cosy room in desert tent that accentuates the outland
With its pure cotton sheets and soothing tan and camel tones, this room in Jumeirah 1 sets the romantic vibe to a high. With a huge canopy bed and sitting area and some intimate lighting from the well-crafted chandeliers and bedside lamps, you’ll want to stay in all throughout your stay. If you’re planning an event or entertaining company, this place is also great for dinner and firepit evenings. The owners can prepare everything in advance for you.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
68.12 km (42.4 mi) from Bassata VillageTop guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
what could be improved: wifi signal could be strongerbed was very comfortable and the space was as describedCleanliness:
clean place and close to beachwe had nice time in stay here tamo is very kind and help us alot:)this house is clean good location quietHost:
friendly people amazing experiencetamo and sam are honestly the best hostsit was my very best luck that i stayed at tamo's really beautiful hospitality and kind peopleRead more reviewsLocation:
a mall the beach and a beautiful mosque are walking distance from this locationa very fun and unique accomodation for a good price and with close proximity to the citythe "tent' is just a perfect pintoresque confortable stay in dubai awsome location walking distance from the beachtamo is very helpful the location is perfect close to the la mer beachwas easy access to market to organic shop café etc
11. Comfortable Bedouin tent made for moongazing
This Bedouin tent with an indoor fireplace gives you a taste of what nomadic life used to be and it’s owned by an Emirate family that has Bedouin roots. They, for sure, will have stories that will capture your imagination about the desert experience. Dive into the Emirates culture as you sleep in a Bedouin tent with your own sleeping bag that adapts to the night temperature of the desert. Wake up to camels roaming about around you. And because the space is quite huge, this Bedouin can be divided for 10 people or by families.
Al Lisaili, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
76.83 km (47.8 mi) from Bassata VillageTop guest reviews
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we enjoyed the camel riding the amenities and facilitiesCleanliness:
please is super clean and tide i recommend it to everyoneRead more reviewsHost:
charloote was very kind helpful her space is amazing specially for gathering
Stay under the stars and across the red dunes
While the nomadic lifestyle is no longer alive in the Middle East these days, it’s still fun for us to enjoy it and the desert that it was inspired by. These bedouins and modern campsites are definitely peaceful retreats whether you go solo or with a partner or some friends. Have fun at these top glamping spots in the United Arab Emirates.
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