Campers in Bahrain are now required to pay a refundable cleanliness deposit for non-commercial tent sites for the first time ever, marking a major shift in how the kingdom manages its popular winter camping season.
Under a new directive issued by Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture Minister Wael Al Mubarak, a BD100 cleanliness deposit will be imposed on all non-commercial camping permits during the 2025-2026 season .
