TRAVELLING TIPS IN THE DESERT
Travelling in the desert may sound very exciting but deserts are not necessarily very comfortable for human beings.The weather makes things really difficult for human beings.If you are travelling in a desert it is important that you do the correct things to tackle the difficulties of travelling in a desert.
The midday sun in the desert is very harmful and it is advisable that you avoid the midday sun. This will be very great for you.
Secondly you should not move in the desert without deciding on an area that you are wanting to be at.
This will make you weak.
It is important that you carry with you things like spare fuel cans , emergency kits,food ,water, spare tyres ,maps , compass and tools.
If you get caught in a sandstorm then it is advisable that you lie with your back to the wind an cover your face.It will keep you away from trouble.
If you are in a sandstorm then seek shelter as soon as possible.The leeward side of a hill is good for a shelter and it will be great for you if you seek shelter at these hills..
If you have to make an estimation of how far you are from a thing then make an estimation by multiplying it with three because things appear closer when you are in a desert.
You are crossing a sand dune then it is important that you go across the sand dunes rather than up and down them , doing this will keep you from getting tired.
If you seem to require help to get out of a desert then set up a fire.This will attract planes and helicopters that are flying by the desert that you are in.
These are the tips applying which will really maker your journey in desert great and keep you away from the troubles that you may come across while travelling in a desert.