Bear Grylls Explorers Camp Ras Al Khaimah: Cabins, Courses & Booking Guide

If you've ever watched Bear Grylls and wondered whether you could handle a night in the wild, Ras Al Khaimah has an answer. At the foot of Jebel Jais sits the Bear Grylls Explorers Camp — the world's first Bear Grylls-branded overnight accommodation, pairing sustainable cabins with hands-on survival courses and adventure activities.

This guide covers what the camp is, where it is, the cabins, the courses, prices, age limits and how to book — using verified details so you can plan with confidence.

What Is Bear Grylls Explorers Camp?

The Bear Grylls Explorers Camp is an outdoor survival and adventure camp located at the entrance to the Jebel Jais mountains in Ras Al Khaimah. It's billed as the world's first Bear Grylls-branded overnight accommodation, combining survival courses, adventure activities and eco-conscious cabin stays in one mountain-base location.

It carries a 5-star listing (per its Booking.com listing) and holds a 4.5 Google rating from 251 reviews — a solid signal that visitors leave happy.

If mountain adventure is your reason for visiting RAK, it slots neatly into a broader Jebel Jais adventure plan.

Where It Is & How to Get There

The camp sits near Jebel Jais, the UAE's highest mountain, in Ras Al Khaimah. The setting is the whole point — you're at the base of the peaks rather than in town.

• Best reached by car. The approach involves a mountain-road journey, so allow extra time and drive to conditions.

• From Dubai, it's commonly cited as roughly a 90-minute drive, though your time will vary with traffic and starting point — check current routing before you set off.

• Once you're in the area, other RAK operators such as Adventure Sports and Jungle gym are worth a look if you want to stack activities.

For route planning and transfers, our practical travel tips and car rental & taxis guide are useful starting points.

The Recycled Cabins: Accommodation Explained

The camp offers sixteen sustainable cabins built from recycled shipping containers — a genuinely eco-conscious design at the mountain base.

Each cabin includes:

• A double bed and a single bed, sleeping up to three adults (or two adults and one child)

• A small fridge

• Air-conditioning

• A private bathroom

They're compact and functional rather than sprawling — the appeal is waking up at the base of the mountains, not resort-style luxury.

Survival Courses & Adventure Activities

This is where the Bear Grylls name earns its keep. The camp runs survival courses at different intensity levels:

• Essential and Wild Survival Courses — covering core survival skills.

• Primal Survival Course — a 24-hour immersive challenge for those who want the full experience.

Beyond the courses, the activity roster includes:

• Rock climbing and abseiling

• High ropes

• Via ferrata

• Archery and orienteering

• Trekking, hiking and mountain biking

If you want to build a full weekend around adrenaline, see our adventure activities roundup and the adventure itinerary.

Prices: Cabins & Courses

Here's what's confirmed in the camp's data. Always reconfirm current rates and inclusions when you book, as pricing varies by day.

Cabin rates are per cabin, while the Primal course is priced per person. For exactly what's included with each option, check the official site.

On a tighter budget? Our budget & costs guide helps you plan overall spend.

Age Limits & Who It Suits

The camp works for families, couples and corporate groups, but the courses have age rules:

• Family courses require one adult (18+) and one child aged 8–17.

• Primal Survival Course has a minimum age of 12.

Activities like climbing, abseiling and via ferrata involve physical effort, so a reasonable level of fitness helps — and safety guidance from the team should always be followed. For younger explorers more broadly, browse family & kids ideas in RAK.

Opening Hours & Booking Tips

• Check-in: from 3pm

• Check-out: 11am

• Closed: Mondays and Tuesdays

Book directly via the official site. Because the camp is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, plan your overnight around the open days.

Packing and season notes: you're in the mountains, so temperatures can differ from the coast — pack layers and sturdy footwear. For the most comfortable conditions, see our best time to visit guidance and reconfirm any seasonal details on the official site.

What to Pair It With in Ras Al Khaimah

Make a proper weekend of it. Jebel Jais is home to a well-known zipline and via ferrata experiences, so the camp pairs naturally with a full day on the mountain.

To round out your trip, consider RAK's beaches & islands for a slower day, or plan the whole thing with our 3 days in RAK itinerary.

Whether you come for a single night in a cabin or the 24-hour Primal challenge, the Explorers Camp is one of RAK's most distinctive overnight adventures — and a memorable base at the foot of the UAE's highest mountain.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to stay at Bear Grylls Explorers Camp?

Cabins start from AED 450 per night per cabin on weekdays and AED 650 per night on weekends. Courses are priced separately: Essential and Wild Survival Courses from AED 350, and the 24-hour Primal Survival Course from AED 950 per person. Confirm current rates and inclusions on the official site.

What activities are available at Bear Grylls Explorers Camp?

Activities include rock climbing, abseiling, high ropes, via ferrata, archery, orienteering, trekking, hiking and mountain biking, alongside the Essential, Wild and Primal survival courses.

What is the minimum age for the survival courses?

Family courses require one adult over 18 and one child aged 8–17. The Primal Survival Course has a minimum age of 12.

Where is Bear Grylls Explorers Camp located?

It sits at the entrance to the Jebel Jais mountains in Ras Al Khaimah, near the UAE's highest peak. It's best reached by car, and is commonly cited as roughly a 90-minute drive from Dubai — check current routing before you travel.

What are the check-in times and opening days?

Check-in is from 3pm and check-out is at 11am. The camp is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

How do I book Bear Grylls Explorers Camp?

Book directly through the official site at beargryllscamp.ae. Because the camp is closed Mondays and Tuesdays, plan your overnight around the open days.

What are the cabins like inside?

There are sixteen sustainable cabins built from recycled shipping containers. Each has a double bed and a single bed (sleeping up to three), a small fridge, air-conditioning and a private bathroom.