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Is it only for the fitness, young and adventurous???
As you approach Socotra by air or sea, you may look at the mountainous
terrain and conclude that walking the island is perhaps only for the
fitness, young and adventurous!!! We tell you that this is not so! You
really haven’t seen Socotra Island if you haven’t experienced the real
wondrous and thrilling landscapes of the island. And they are all so
accessible and often effortless to trek.
Trekking/hiking as a sport activity does not require prior training or
practice, or physical condition, there are certain DOS & DON’TS which should
be adhered to.
For those fascinated by the unexplored regions, Socotra Island offers
breathtaking, enthralling trekking routs. In the vast rang mountains of
“Higher” and Dicksam plateau there are limitless possibilities for trekking.
Within the alluring arena, the Scant, Dicksam and Firmihin regions, occupy
the central of the Island, with some points of interests for the trekkers.
Spectacular views apart, the Higher foothills are just ideal for trekking,
offering energetic out-door people a different and exciting option for
holiday.
The Scant, Tinnera, Firmihin, Dersmotin regions, are the most popular
destinations for trekkers, though Ayhaft Canyon, Momi, Some places in the
west and west-south also have some very interesting trekking routs as well.
Roads should be carefully chosen as some treks may be more difficult, or
many involve high altitudes trekking, it is generally advisable to be
accompanied by a local guide. And ensure that the pace of the trek is not
too rapid, since this could result in exhaustion, and would in any case not
be enjoyable.
RID AWAY FROM TRAFFIC AND CLOSER TO NATURE:
If you should
prefer not to walk on your own two feet, you can ride one of our camels so,
called “the ship of the desert”, only when you have ridden on a camel with
us, you will know the feeling of sailing at a steady pace.
Camel rides with
SAT on Socotra Island are a rewording and fun experience: it is an
opportunity to get to know and enjoy the spectacular scenery and relaxed the
rhythm of ancient time.
Since no
mechanized, backup is taken and involved. Walk off into highland and lower
cost, on a dromerory camel- hiking or riding! Join a camel trail into
breathtaking aeries; feel free to go where you want with out being bothered
by limitations of water supply and heavy backpack; or luggage restrictions.
Enjoy the thrill
and excitement of riding over plateaus and varying colors panoramas and
heights of mountains rings of Dicksam plateau and Higghir. You will
certainly enjoy the scenic swaying along the way at a leisurely pace high on
a camel back, gives you great views of this country.
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