Your Guide to This Year’s Most Romantic Valentine’s Retreats in MENA

Whether it’s a romantic retreat with your partner or an adventure with your closest girlfriends, Valentine’s (or Galentine’s) is a perfect excuse to pack your cutest outfits, prep your best camera, and book a flight/bus/train to any of the region’s most breathtaking escapes.  

From photography workshops in Fayoum and camel rides in Wadi Rum to hiking through the majestic peaks of Mount Toubkal, and doing yoga by the sea in Salalah—these are this year’s best Valentine’s Day retreats across the MENA region. 

Wadi Rum, Jordan  | 1 Day 

Organisers: Wadi Rum Tribe Camp 

🗓️: Upon Request

💵: USD 75+

Ever dreamed of sleeping under the stars on Mars? Wadi Rum’s red sands and dramatic cliffs create a Martian landscape that’s perfect for otherworldly desert camping, camel rides, and fireside storytelling beneath a sky bursting with stars. Perfect for romantic souls, and a killer new profile picture is guaranteed.

Mount Toubkal, Morocco  | 6 Days, 5 Nights

Organisers: Wild Guanabana

🗓️: 13th to 18th February

💵: USD 998

Love is an adventure, and what better way to prove it than by conquering North Africa’s highest peak together? Trek through rugged landscapes, snuggle up in remote mountain lodges, and witness sunrises that make every step worth it.

Nuweiba & Blue Lagoon, Egypt  | 4 Days, 3 Nights

Organisers: The Roamates

🗓️: 13th to 16th February

💵: USD 164+

If barefoot beach days and endless stargazing are your love language, this one’s for you. Nestled between the mountains and the sea, Blue Lagoon offers crystal-clear waters, rustic beach huts, and a digital detox. Explore Castle Zaman, hike through the White Canyon, and toast to love as the sun dips into the sea.

Fayoum, Egypt | 4 Days, 3 Nights 

Organisers: Mekatalks

🗓️: 12th - 15th February

💵: USD 139

Spend Gallantine’s with your girls hiking, kayaking and snapping pictures in photography workshops by day, then, at night, reconnect by a starlit campfire, filled with intimate conversations, and soulful music. 

Tunis, Tunisia | 3 Days, 2 Nights

Organisers: Travelnaut

🗓️: Upon Request

💵: Upon Request

Bask in the charm of Tunisia’s capital city, where romance meets history. Spend the day wandering hand in hand through the Medina, exploring the ruins of Carthage, and marveling at the mosaics at the Bardo Museum. Wrap up the day with a candlelit dinner and a sunset stroll along Avenue Habib Bourguiba. 

Salahah, Oman   | 4 Days, 3 Nights

Organisers: Dina Ghandour Wellness

🗓️: 14th to 17th February

💵: Upon Request

Tucked away in Oman’s lush embrace, Salalah is the definition of serenity. Think yoga retreats, tranquil waterfalls, and secluded beaches. A spa day, a mindful meditation session, or a slow afternoon by the sea will definitely help you both unwind and reconnect. Whether you’re here for love, self-love, a relaxing retreat with a bestie, or just some really great naps, you’ll leave feeling rejuvenated.

Black & White Desert, Egypt | 3 Days, 2 Nights

Organisers: Gazef

🗓️: 13th to 15th February

💵: USD 165

A thrilling safari through the Black Desert, sandboarding down golden dunes, exploring hidden caves, and watching Mushroom Hills glow before ending the night stargazing by a cosy bonfire—this one’s for the adventurous couple.