This overnight expedition begins with a tour of the Mleiha Archaeological Centre to acquaint you with the area. Next head out on a short dune ride and desert hike where you will be able to see it all for yourself. Your evening features star-gazing and a barbeque supper before retiring to your tent for the night. In the morning, hike in the dunes to witness the desert sunrise before breakfast.

Camp out in the desert under the shadows of Faya and Fossil Rock
Take an adventure with your family. Discounts available for kids ages 5-12
Guided tours, meals, and accommodation are included in the package
Hotel pick up and drop off in Sharjah and Dubai can be arranged for a fee

What's Included

BBQ Dinner
Light refreshments
Stargazing
Trekking
Driver/guide
Professional guide
Breakfast
Bottled water
Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
Dinner
Coffee and/or Tea
Air-Conditioned 4x4 vehicle for Safari

Transfer charges are not included, it can be arranged for a fee(contact Mleiha for the details)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Sharjah, Sharjah, Emirate of Sharjah

Start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.

Opening hours

1/5/2022 - 4/3/2025
Monday - Sunday : 07:00 PM - 11:30 PM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Infant meals not included

Dress code is light, comfortable clothing. Closed shoes are recommended
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Transfer charges are not included, it can be arranged for a fee(contact Mleiha for the details)
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Soothing private camping experience in outskirts of sharajah

Vignesh_R, Dec 2023

We got a nice private camp with good view, camp is outside of sharajah. Stargazing was perfect, dinner and breakfast was nice. Perfect sunrise and safari ride in the morning. Visited Mheila archaeological site and they have nice restaurant there.

Best Unforgetable Experience in UAE

Jean_V, Mar 2020

This camping trip was awesome for people that normally don’t camp! They picked us up at hotel on time and first stop was the Mleiha Archaeological Centre. Since it was mid-week (most people visit on weekend) we were allowed all the time we needed to visit all the wonderful displays. On our way to the camp we saw camels. The camp was awesome with covered and uncovered seating areas. Tiki lights were well placed to find your way around; with coffee, tea and other non-alcoholic beverages available as we waited for dinner. They had a bonfire going the whole evening which was a special touch. Dinner call came and we found the table full with BBQ beef and chicken and all the trimmings. We are big eaters and hardly made a dent in all the food served, plus a very tasty cooked dessert to top it off. We spent the evening sitting around the bonfire and walking into the darkness taking night pictures, the silhouette of mountains was just beautiful to take in. The well-lit restrooms were located were in brand new condition, two toilets and showers for each men and women. Unfortunately, a rain storm was blowing in for the weekend so the telescope star viewing didn't happen. Then off to bed in a pup tent with a very clean air mattress and sleeping bag. Sleeping was comfortable, listening to the wind blow off and on through evening, which added to the desert experience. Morning call came to view the sunrise. They drove us over to a desert area where we could also see a Bedouin village in the distance. The clouds were an issue but still the rising sun was an awesome sight, then we visited Fossil Rock. Now back at camp, they prepared a breakfast of scrambled eggs, hot dog wieners, fresh fruit, bread, coffee, and tea. They took care of all details providing us to step from hotel into desert then back to hotel with no effort. This was a wonderful night in the desert which we thoroughly enjoyed. Thank you all for providing this great experience.