Omani wadis & deserts, Overland Camping trip from Friday 14th of February to Sunday 16th of February ‘2025

Nature of the event:
– Overland touring.
– Slowly going and easy.

Terrain:
– Wadies and mountain trails.
– Mostly following easy tracks.

Driving skill requirements:
– All levels.

Points of interest
As Sunainah desert (Oman)
Bahla
Tanuf
AlJebel A’Sharqie
Bald Sayt
Wadi Sahtan
Wadi Bani Hany
Ibri

Day1 – Friday 17^th Feb:
Meeting point – Crossing borders – Filling fuel – Entering Aa Sunainah desert – Setting camp
Day2 – Saturday 18^th Feb:
Leaving camp – driving the road to Tanuf – descending AlJebel A’Sharqie – driving mountain trail – Visiting Blad Sayt – driving mountain trail – Camping in Wadi Sahtan
Day3:
Driving mountain trail – visiting swimming pools in Wadi Bani Hany – Drive back home

IMPORTANT :
https://www.khaleejtimes.com/life-and-living/dubai-how-to-get-vehicle-permit-for-road-trips-outside-uae-fees-eligibility-explained

NEW MEMBERS WHO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT ARE REQUESTED TO PROVIDE THEIR WHATSAPP NUMBERS IN THEIR PROFILE OR SEND A WHATSAPP MESSAGE TO +97152 703 6860 WITH THEIR USERNAME, SO THAT THEY CAN BE INCLUDED IN THE WHATSAPP GROUP, FOR ALL TRIP RELATED INFORMATION.

THE BOOKINGS FOR THIS EVENT CLOSE AT 12 AM, MIDNIGHT, ON THURSDAY THE 13TH OF FEBRUARY ‘2025, MIDNIGHT.

A WHATSAPP GROUP WILL BE CREATED AFTER THE CLOSURE OF THE BOOKINGS AND THE RELEVANT INFORMATION WILL BE DIRECTLY CONVEYED TO THE CONFIRMED PARTICIPANTS, ON THURSDAY THE 13TH OF FEBRUARY ‘2025, ONE DAY BEFORE THE DAY OF THE DRIVE.

TRIP CHARGES
AED2,000.00 PER VEHICLE, IRRESPECTIVE OF THE NUMBER OF PASSENGERS, FOR NON MEMBERS.
AED1,000.00 PER VEHICLE, IRRESPECTIVE OF THE NUMBER OF PASSENGERS, FOR DUBAI OFFROADERS MEMBERS.

Meeting Time: 9:00 AM 0900HRS. on Friday the 14th of February ‘2025
The drive ends at 6:00 PM 1800Hrs. Sunday, the 16th of February ‘2025

1. MAXIMUM 10 REGISTRATIONS.
2. MINIMUM OF 6 REGISTRATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR THE TRIP TO PROCEED.
3. Meeting Point: To be announced.
4. Please be punctual to avoid making many others wait for you, as well as to maximize our time on the adventure.

IMPORTANT:
a. The Driver of the vehicle must have a Valid UAE/ OMAN Driving License and the vehicle, Driver, and passengers must be covered by an appropriate insurance cover.
b. The Driver and all passengers of the vehicle should have read and be aware of the disclaimer of Dubai Offroaders, that they indemnify all the officials and Marshals of Dubai Offroaders and that they themselves bear full responsibility for any risk of property damage, bodily injury or death while participating in this Adventure sport.
c. This drive is not recommended for children under the age of 3 years.
d. Any child on the drive must be secured in an age-appropriate car seat or booster seat.
e. Seat belts must always be worn by the Driver and all/ any passengers.

Please read, understand, and make sure that you are prepared with the following, before the drive,

1. https://dubaioffroaders.com/web/welcome-to-dubai-offroaders/
2. https://dubaioffroaders.com/web/disclaimer/
3. https://dubaioffroaders.com/web/4×4-offroad-checklist/
4. https://dubaioffroaders.com/web/sand-driving-safety-basics/
5. https://dubaioffroaders.com/web/forums/topic/25-tips-for-an-enhanced-offroad-driving-experience/
6. https://dubaioffroaders.com/web/forums/topic/do-radio-communication-guide/
7. https://dubaioffroaders.com/web/forums/topic/driving-in-a-convoy-roles-and-rules/
8. https://dubaioffroaders.com/web/forums/topic/trip-rules-for-dubai-offroaders-drives/

Checklist:

1. Fully functional four-by-four vehicle with a full tank of fuel.
2. Oman Visa, ideally taken before the date, of travel.
3. The cost of the Visa will vary depending on the applicant’s Nationality.
4. Camping gear, mattress/ sleeping bag etc.
5. Cooking & BBQ equipment
6. Change of clothes, and swimwear.
7. Basic first aid kit and medications, as required.
8. Closed-toe footwear, waterproof material is preferable for Wadi hikes.
9. Refreshments for yourself and your passengers.
10. Fire Extinguishers, 2 Nos. Powder type, at least 5 Kgs. each, plus a fire blanket.

INCLUSIONS
Route plan, guidance & on-site support, throughout the drive.
EXCLUSIONS
UAE border exit fees and Omani visa fees.
Any food and beverages for the trip
All entrance and/or guide fees, if visiting any tourist spot/ attraction.