If you’ve ever dreamed of being a 21st century Lawrence of Arabia-style desert explorer but are loathed to give up your creature comforts, the new mobile camping adventures in Oman by Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara may be just the thing to make your dreams come true.
In collaboration with renowned travel specialists Oman Expeditions, these bespoke luxury mobile camping experiences will allow guests to wander through the diverse terrain of southern Oman’s Dhofar province. By day, you’ll explore vast deserts, rugged mountains and long, empty beaches; by night, you’ll sleep under clear, star-studded skies – and in total luxury. The expeditions are made in luxury 4×4 vehicles and can be completely customised to suit guests’ preferences.
Masterminded by Oman Expeditions founder Sean Nelson, an ex-officer in the British Royal Marines and the Royal Army of Oman’s Desert Regiment, these daring expeditions will have you seeking dolphins with leading marine experts; discovering historically-significant landmarks with archaeologists; and uncovering the marvels of the night sky with astronomers. The expeditions are accompanied by members of the Mahrah tribe, who have been travelling these frankincense trading routes since the Queen of Sheba was still in her prime.
When night falls and it’s time to hit the sack, you’ll be doing so in a mobile luxury camp made up of semi-permanent structures. Each tent is fitted with private bathrooms and open showers, comfortable mattresses fitted with cotton sheets; Arabian rugs, candles and oil lamps. Before you retire, you’ll also be treated to a fireside dinner of Middle Eastern, North African and Mediterranean dishes whipped up onsite by chefs that travel with the camp. Talk about a fit-for-a-Sheikh experience.
Before and after their mobile camping adventures, guests can check into an opulent pool villa at the Al Baleed Salalah Resort by Anantara to luxuriate in tropical gardens, a beachfront infinity pool, a lavish Anantara Spa, and three decadent dining options.
The new luxury mobile camping adventures are available between September and April. Rates for four nights start from OMR 2,820 (US$7,334), which covers two nights at with breakfast and dinner at Al Baleed Salalah Resort by Anantara, and two all-inclusive nights of mobile camping for two people.
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