Desert Camp Experience in Riyadh

5.0
(23 reviews)

5 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore the Ancient culture of the Bedouins at a stunning traditional desert camp, learn how these desert nomads survive among the dunes and experience first hand some of their rich traditions.

Example Menu

Main

Chicken Mandi

A classic dish cooked in an underground Mandi pit oven and served over rice.

Starter

Bedouin Fire Bread

A traditional bread cooked in the fire and served with leben and ghee

Dessert

Clayja traditional dessert

A delicious sweet pastry filled with local spices

What's Included

Dinner
Air-conditioned vehicle

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Pickup and drop off will be at the Padma Lounge coffee shop in Riyadh, which is open 24 hours and has air conditioning while you wait. You will be asked to sign a simple waiver before being shown to the transport and driven to the camp.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Step into a world of desert beauty and cultural discovery at our immersive desert camp, nestled deep within the untouched dunes of the King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve.

Arrive to a warm welcome and experience the legendary hospitality that defines Saudi culture. Wander through the camp and engage with interactive zones that highlight the rich traditions, flavors, and stories of desert life.

Sip freshly brewed Arabic coffee, savor sweet dates, and listen to tales of survival and ingenuity passed down through generations.

Take in the serenity of the sweeping dunes, try your hand at sandboarding, or simply relax in the stillness of the landscape.

Enjoy a slow-cooked desert feast prepared using time-honored techniques, then end the night under a sky full of stars, learning how travelers once navigated using only the constellations.

Come and experience a day in the desert like no other — where tradition meets adventure, and every moment tells a story.

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Dunes & Dates Travel co.

Tags

Dining Experiences
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Extreme Sports
Camel Rides
Sandboarding
Restaurants
Dinner
Excellent Quality
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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