Camp Sahara Dead Sea Glamping
About this stay
By DeadSea.com Editorial Team
Camp Sahara is a geodesic-dome glamping site beside Biankini Beach in the Kalia area of the northern Dead Sea. Its 30-square-metre Family Glamp Deluxe domes accommodate up to five guests, while smaller domes suit couples. The site combines air-conditioned accommodation with a managed Dead Sea beach, freshwater pools, simple food outlets, communal cooking facilities, and an RV area. Choose it for an informal beach-and-desert stay, not for the privacy or service pattern of a conventional hotel.
At a glance
| Setting | Northern Dead Sea, beside the Biankini resort and beach complex |
| Main accommodation | Family geodesic domes, a larger villa-style dome, and serviced RV pitches |
| Bathrooms | Family domes use shared bathrooms and showers; the villa-style option has private facilities |
| Water access | Managed Dead Sea beach, freshwater swimming pool, and toddler pool |
| Food | Moroccan and fast-food options, a convenience store, and a communal preparation area |
| Best fit | Families, groups, and couples comfortable with an outdoor, social style of stay |
| Poor fit | Travelers who need a private bathroom in every unit, a full hotel spa, or quiet resort formality |
Amenities
Beach access
Swimming Pools
Children’s pool
Air conditioning
Shared Kitchen
RESTAURANT
wifi available
PARKING
Synagogue
Outdoor Seating
Which accommodation should you choose?
The Family Glamp Deluxe is the standard option. These domes are about 30 square metres, air-conditioned, and furnished with a double bed plus additional single beds. Each has a refrigerator, a coffee corner, electrical outlets, lighting, and a small outdoor area with a picnic table. They can accommodate up to five guests. Check the selected unit description for the exact number of single beds before paying.
The most important practical point is the bathroom setup. Family domes use the camp’s shared bathroom and shower blocks rather than a private bathroom inside the dome. Hot water is available in the shared facilities, and an accessible bathroom and shower unit is listed. Anyone who needs a completely step-free route should still ask about the path from parking to the chosen dome, pool, beach, and washroom.
The larger villa-style dome is a different product. It has several sleeping areas, a living space, air conditioning, a kitchenette, a private bathroom, and a furnished private yard, with space for groups of up to eight guests. Use the current booking description, floor plan, and bed arrangement rather than relying on a single square-metre figure.
Travelers arriving in their own camper can use designated RV pitches with electricity and water connections. Check vehicle-size limits, waste-disposal arrangements, arrival hours, and whether every facility shown for overnight dome guests is included with an RV booking.
Beach, pools, and outdoor facilities
Camp Sahara has access to a managed Dead Sea beach with shade, seating, natural mud, showers, toilets, and lifeguard service during supervised hours. Use only the designated bathing area and follow the instructions posted on the day of your visit. The shoreline, waterline, and supervised schedule can change, so a beachfront location does not mean swimming is permitted at every hour.
The freshwater facilities include a main swimming pool and a shallow toddler pool. Pool hours are separate from beach hours and can change with season, weather, maintenance, or private activity. Families should check the schedule on arrival rather than assume both areas will remain open for the full day.
There is no large indoor wellness complex. Massage rooms are listed, but treatment availability is appointment-based. If a massage matters to your stay, reserve it in advance and check what the booking includes.
Food, cooking, and everyday services
The site has Moroccan dishes and familiar fast-food options, along with a convenience store. Food-outlet hours may be shorter than the accommodation’s operating day, so travelers arriving late should not rely on being able to order a full meal.
The communal cooking area has sinks, preparation surfaces, drinking-water points, tables, and a designated barbecue area. Guests are expected to bring their own cookware, plates, cutlery, and cleaning supplies. This makes the camp workable for self-catering, but it is not the same as having a private kitchen inside a standard family dome.
Other listed facilities include Wi-Fi, free parking, a synagogue, and a games room. Some games carry a separate charge. The setting is social, with shared outdoor areas and background music around parts of the complex, so travelers seeking an isolated desert camp should expect more activity than the word “camp” may suggest.
Who will enjoy Camp Sahara?
Camp Sahara works best for travelers who want the northern Dead Sea rather than the Ein Bokek hotel strip, and who value beach and pool access more than hotel polish. Families gain space, a toddler pool, and flexible food options. Groups can compare the larger villa-style dome or several family domes. Couples may enjoy the setting if they are comfortable with shared facilities.
It is a weaker match for anyone who needs a private bathroom in the standard unit, a quiet adults-only environment, daily hotel-style housekeeping, or an extensive spa. The right choice depends less on the photographs of the wider complex and more on the exact accommodation category booked.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Direct access to a managed northern Dead Sea beach, plus freshwater pools
- Distinctive air-conditioned dome accommodation for families, couples, and groups
- On-site food, a convenience store, communal cooking facilities, Wi-Fi, and parking
Cons
- Standard family domes use shared bathrooms and showers
- The lively, communal resort setting is not a secluded desert retreat
- Unit layouts, operating hours, and paid extras require a careful booking check
Beach access
Swimming Pools
Children’s pool
Air conditioning
Shared Kitchen
RESTAURANT
wifi available
PARKING
Synagogue
Outdoor Seating
Location and Surroundings
Camp Sahara is beside Biankini Beach in the Kalia area of the northern Dead Sea. It is not in Ein Bokek, and the two resort areas should not be treated as interchangeable. This location is better suited to an itinerary focused on the northern shore, Jerusalem approaches, Qumran, Einot Tsukim, Nahal Og, and the lower Jordan Valley.
Use the property map for the final approach and map each attraction separately. Desert roads, checkpoints, trail access, and opening hours can affect a journey more than a fixed distance suggests. A car is the practical option for most guests, particularly if the stay includes nature reserves or heritage sites beyond the resort complex.
Frequently asked questions
Do the standard domes have private bathrooms?
No. Family Glamp Deluxe domes use shared bathroom and shower blocks with hot water. The larger villa-style dome is presented with a private bathroom, so make sure the selected booking clearly names that category. If accessibility matters, ask about the complete route between parking, the unit, the washroom, the pools, and the beach.
Does Camp Sahara have both a beach and a pool?
Yes. The complex includes a managed Dead Sea beach, a main freshwater swimming pool, and a toddler pool. Each area has its own supervised schedule, and opening can change because of weather, maintenance, season, or events. Check the daily hours on arrival and use only the designated bathing area.
Is Camp Sahara suitable for families?
It can work well for families who are comfortable with glamping and shared facilities. Family domes can accommodate up to five guests, and the site has a toddler pool, food options, a convenience store, and a games room. Check the exact bed layout, bathroom arrangement, and any extra charges before booking.
What should I bring if I plan to cook?
The communal area provides sinks, preparation space, water points, tables, and a designated barbecue area. Guests should bring cookware, plates, cutlery, and cleaning supplies. A standard family dome has a refrigerator and coffee facilities, but it should not be treated as a private, fully equipped kitchen.
Is Camp Sahara near the Ein Bokek hotel area?
No. Camp Sahara is on the northern Dead Sea near Kalia and Biankini, while Ein Bokek is a separate resort area farther south. Choose Camp Sahara for a northern-shore itinerary and use live navigation for every planned stop. Do not book it expecting to walk to Ein Bokek hotels, shops, or beaches.
