Weekend Getaway to Musandam’s Cooler Climates

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  • Matteo
    August 9, 2016 at 5:54 pm #2615

    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).

    Bernardo
    August 10, 2016 at 5:42 am #36286

    I’d love to go but I’ll be back to UAE only on Saturday. I’m gonna miss it

    Matteo
    August 10, 2016 at 8:20 am #36288
    quote Bernardo:

    I’d love to go but I’ll be back to UAE only on Saturday. I’m gonna miss it

    We will see you on the next one Bernardo…this is only the start to the camping season adventures :ymparty:

    Paul_FJxtreme
    August 10, 2016 at 2:55 pm #36292

    Hi Matt,

    How long does it normally take to cross over the border here?

    Matteo
    August 10, 2016 at 3:56 pm #36293

    Hi Paul,

    We are not going on any special holiday and we will be crossing early in the morning. So based on this the crossing should be rather quick and painless. I would guess no more than 30 mins with an even flowing UAE exit and Oman entry.

    stu
    August 12, 2016 at 10:57 am #36296

    I’m in for trip #1 🙂

    Shamel Marshan
    August 15, 2016 at 5:58 pm #36301

    I’ve little concern about my vehicle insurance.
    Is it a must to have Oman insurance?

    Shamel Marshan
    August 15, 2016 at 5:59 pm #36302

    I’ve little concern about my vehicle insurance.
    Is it a must to have Oman insurance?

    francis
    August 15, 2016 at 6:08 pm #36303
    quote extensive7:

    I’ve little concern about my vehicle insurance.
    Is it a must to have Oman insurance?

    You can buy insurance at the Oman border post for 80 AED which is valid for a week.

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    Shamel Marshan
    August 16, 2016 at 7:46 am #36304

    :thanks: Thanks

    Dara
    August 28, 2016 at 10:05 am #36356

    Thanks Matt for an EPIC adventure this weekend, top notch planning and organization! Great bunch of people and drivers, making my job as sweeper non eventful:) A mix of amazing scenery, challenging climbs, loose gravel/rock surface changing to tight sand roads kept the crew alert and excited. The camp location was beyond spectacular, the journey there and back equally so!

    Fantastic trip, no issues, just all the good stuff!

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    stu
    August 30, 2016 at 6:10 pm #36370

    I made a short video with some cuts of gopro footage 🙂

    https://youtu.be/qsIpriJsJJ0

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