Desert Travel in Oman

• We are going to Oman for vacation and are planning to take part in a desert travel. Is this a good idea or are these travels too dangerous?
  
  Thanks, Lilli and Adam

  29 May 2007, 12:06 Lilli

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• be careful

  Off-road desert adventures (known as "wadi-bashing" are an activity that is popular among visitors to Oman. There are sand dunes, mountains, wadis, and pools and waterfalls to explore. Because of the dangers of desert travel, anyone wishing to participate in an off-road trip should go with an experienced guide. Otherwise, getting stranded in the desert can be fatal. It is easy to lose a sense of direction, especially because in the deep desert, all sand dunes look alike. It is very easy to become hopelessly bogged down in the sand and very difficult to get out. And the intense heat, especially in the summer, can impair the judgment of almost anyone. For those who chose to go into the desert alone, there are certain precautions that should be taken to ensure a safe trip. First of all, a plentiful supply of water must be taken. In hot weather, a person needs about four pints (two liters) of water per day. Also, a medical kit is a must. For driving in the sand dunes, it is necessary to slightly deflate tires so they will have adequate traction in the sand. An air pump will be needed to re-inflate the tires after leaving the sands. And drivers should proceed at a slow, steady speed. Accelerating and then quickly braking can cause a vehicle to become stuck in sand. A shovel for digging out, and planks of wood or mats to be placed under the tires can be helpful in getting out of the sand.

  Harry 29 May 2007, 12:09 - Report

• about Oman

  Dear Lilli and Adam
  
  
  
  You are very welcome here in Oman, and we are as Tour Company will meet your needs.
  
  Oman in general is not dangerous and it depends on the travel website concierge.com and other international news agencies; one of the ten countries in best tourist places in the world.
  
  and about visiting the desert it is good at night & spend overnight their, after that, in the next day at morning u can go to the Valley (Wadi Bani Khaled)….. then to the sur also u can spend overnight their and at night u can visit the turtle resort to see it.
  
  There are more than one attractive places to visit in Oman
  
  
  If you need any information or help you can send
  
  e mail:- [email removed]
  
  Best regards,

  TTOMAN 01 Jul 2009, 10:50 - Report