Weekend Getaway to Musandam’s Cooler Climates

Day and date: Friday August 26th to Saturday August 27th
Drive Type: All level, family & friends offroad and overnight camp adventure
Meeting Point: Small parking lot on seaside (lefthand side) of the road immediately after passing through Omani border post on Khasab Coastal route
Google maps users (just copy and paste in Google maps): 26.054730, 56.087919
GPS users: 26°03’17.0″N 56°05’16.5″E
Meeting Time: Friday, 9:00 am sharp (please note this meeting point is approximately 2 hours drive from Dubai so plan accordingly)
Drive Start: Friday, 9:01 am sharp
Drive End: Saturday afternoon/evening sometime between 5pm and 8pm in Oman then plan for 2+ hour drive back to Dubai
Duration: Full weekend (2 days)
Drive Route: Musandam Oman
Drive Terrain: Mountain tracks and wadis

Let’s take a weekend break from the UAE summer heat and head up to the cooler climates of the Musandam. We will spend Friday exploring the great tracks and wadis of the mountainous region before setting up our overnight camp high in the mountains. We will generally be between 1300 and 1700 meters elevation throughout our drive and camp so the temperatures will be considerably cooler compared to Dubai. We will have a relaxed camp with BBQ, drink, and chit-chat. After breakfast and packing up our camp on Saturday, we will continue to explore the Musandam mountains.

In addition to the cooler weather, there will be magnificent vistas to take your breath away. If you have never been to this area, it is a must do; if you have been to this area, perhaps it is time to go back again!

This is an overnight camp trip so in addition to all of your normal offroad gear (including working spare tire) you will need all of your food, drink, clothing, and camping provisions for the 2-day event. If anyone has specific questions about what to bring or not to bring please feel free to message me.

We will be crossing the border into Oman so you will need to ensure that everyone in your car has the proper passport and visa as well as Omani car insurance for the car.

Looking forward to seeing everyone out who can make the trip!

Checklist:
a) Keep your emergency contact info at vehicle dashboard.
b) Carry air compressor with you and ensure it’s in working condition.
c) Ensure your 4×4 vehicle is in perfect condition and with enough fuel.
d) Compatible Radio is a must.
e) Carry all necessary off-road gear / recovery equipment in good working condition.
f) Carry enough water / refreshments / re-hydration drinks for self & co-passenger(s).