Deserts have a great natural beauty, it can be a wonderful place to visit and have unforgettable experience in desert camping. Desert camping is an adventure for those who like to experience new things.
But desert camping requires good preparation, as one careless mistake in the desert, you could be in serious trouble.
This article will give you some advises, what to know about basics of desert camping and also best deserts to camp in.
Where to Go?
There are many good deserts for camping all over the world. Especially the Arabian Deserts.
Winter is the best season for camping in the desert, as it is warm, and the sun will not burn you. Here are some top deserts for camping.
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Death Valley National Park
Death Valley national park is one of the best deserts, that allow desert camping. It is located in California, Nevada, also it has more than 3 million acres designated as wilderness area.
The national park allows most of the popular campsites to camp in the park.
Grand Canyon National Park
Grand Canyon national park offers a great experience in desert camping. Canyon park located in Arizona. It hosts more than 5 million visitors a year, as it has a mile-high walls.
Each adventurer is willing to visit the park and hike down and up. All you need is to apply for camping there or reserve a spot at one of its local spots to camp.
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Bedouin Camp
The Bedouin Camp is a luxury desert camping in Dubai. It is known for its desert-dwelling group. Also, it is surrounded by majestic sand, miles away from any human civilization.
It considered one of the most beautiful desert camping sites in Dubai, where you can enjoy it with friends and family.
Bedouin camp offers you many things to do in desert camping, as you can enjoy belly dance performances and learn the Bedouin traditions.
Having a Barbecue dinner in such a great atmosphere. As well as, going on a camel ride and sand-boarding.
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Fossil Rock
Also, Fossil Rock is one of the best desert camping sites. It is located in Sharjah, surrounded by sand dunes. Its location is very impressive as it is not very far from civilization cities, but also away from the noisy city.
Fossil Rock is a good choice for large groups. It is a good place for adventurers want to go dune bashing and off-roading in a 4×4. You also can visit the Big Red and The Camel Rock.
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Al Qudra Lakes
Al Qudra is another popular desert camping sites in Dubai, located 30 minutes away from Emirates Mall.
Its location offers 2 different settings, where one side looks like a beautiful oasis, while the other is a desert, surrounded by sand dunes.
Also, you may see wild camels in the morning hours. You might also enjoy watching swans and flamingos by the water. Al Qudra is a great place for camping alone, with friend, or with family.
Desert camping in Sakhir
Sakhir is one of the most popular places for camping in Bahrain. Located in the south of Bahrain. People go camping there in winter, as the weather is warm and suitable for outdoor activities all day.
Sakhir houses many tents for adventurers, in order to use any of them, you have to book it. The tent has large sofa, tables and tea sets, also you can ask for a television.
Many programs are found for visitors, such as yoga and some thrilling and exciting games.
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Tips for Desert Camping
Camping in the desert needs some preparations, also you have to know some tips for this type of camping.
Winter is the best season for desert camping as mentioned before, although you should plan activities in the early morning and late afternoon, and try to rest during the peak heat of midday.
Always carry water with you, and make sure to drink enough of it. Salty snacks help replace the salt and minerals you lose. Never travel alone, and focus on your way to not take a wrong turn, while out on a day hike.
If you are going to go alone, make sure to tell someone your destination, and when will you come back. Whether you are in your car or hiking on foot, you have to carry a map, compass and GPS device, and know how to use them.
Be careful from desert creatures like snakes, scorpions, spiders and lizards. Also, rats and squirrels do exists in deserts, so make sure keeping food hardly locked and away from their reach.
